SALARY: $69,367.00 - $116,434.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 10/19/21
CLOSING DATE: 11/07/21 11:59 PM
JOB DESCRIPTION:
West Hills College Coalinga
Librarian
Grant Funded, Temporary Assignment (Non-Tenure Track)
Funding Ends June 30, 2022
POSITION DUTIES:
Basic Function
West Hills College Coalinga is looking for a grant funded, full-time, temporary Librarian. The Librarian will plan, coordinate and promote digital and traditional library services as well as applies new informational reference service technologies to support the research for students, faculty and staff.
This position will report to the Vice President of Educational Services who reports to the President of WHC Coalinga.
Representative Duties and Responsibilities
Assume primary faculty responsibilities such as participate in faculty department and college committees, assist in grant budget preparation, participate in staff development activities, and perform other job-related duties as assigned which may require traveling among District's various sites as needed.
Commit to professional excellence by remaining current in the assigned area and participating in professional development programs.
Apply technology to solve problems in library resource development and increase student and staff access to information resources.
Maintain awareness of technological developments and apprise staff and faculty of potentially relevant applications.
Evaluate and maintain bibliographic, circulation and other related databases.
Develop cooperative relationships with college departments and faculty in promoting use of library services.
Establish and maintain an ongoing outreach effort toward local public libraries as well as other community agencies, organizations and individuals.
Assist in the selection and acquisition of all library material; perform professional duties required to maintain and enhance library collection.
Participate in curriculum design and evaluation, program review and other departmental activities including accreditation.
Assume expected faculty responsibilities such as participating in faculty, department and college committees, hold regular office hours, assist in budget preparation, participate in staff development activities and perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Work collaboratively with librarians, faculty, staff, and students on information literacy instruction, reference, assessment, library services and collection development activities.
Bilingual preferred but not required.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Abilities
Two years post MLS experience as a librarian, preferably in public service at an institution of higher education, or in a large school district.
Experience in multimedia technology as a means of information delivery.
Incorporate the use of technology in performing instructional and non-instructional duties including distance education technologies, on-line class delivery, computerized presentations, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of ExLibris Library Systems Platform or comparable web-based library management/catalog system.
Ability to communicate clearly with students and staff, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and development through memberships in regional, state, and national organizations or other activities appropriate to the discipline or assignment.
QUALIFICATION:
Education and Experience
Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and disability background of community college students.
Master's in library science, library and information science OR the equivalent.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Required Materials
1. Letter of Interest (Cover Letter)
2. Complete Online District Application
3. Resume
4. Unofficial transcripts verifying course work completed and degree(s) received.
*Incomplete applications will not be accepted. It is the candidates responsibility to make sure all items are submitted and completed within the deadline.*
West Hills Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or covered veteran's status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
Background Check: All of our positions require the ability to pass a background and live scan.
Drug Testing: In accordance with the Drug Free Environment of WHCCD, The applicant understands that if he/she is selected for employment, as a part of their employment they will be required to submit to a drug and alcohol test as a part of the health examination.
Selection Process: Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a qualifications screening by a committee. Those demonstrating the strongest backgrounds related to the position will be invited to interview.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.westhillscollege.com
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