San Jose - San Jose-Evergreen Community College District - Librarian (Systems and Reference)

https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com/postings/2553

Salary

$81,767 to $112,242 Entry Level Annual Salary (10 Month Academic Salary Schedule 2021-2022); Maximum Salary Potential $145,632. Note: Actual Salary placement is based on candidate's verified education and experience.

Close Date

01/31/2022

POSITION SUMMARY

 

This faculty position is a full-time, 100% FTE (10 Months) Tenure Track position as Librarian in the Division of Language Arts and Library located at San Jose City College.

 

Assignment may include day and evening responsibilities.

 

This position is represented by the San Jose/Evergreen Federation of Teachers, AFT 6157.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Primary focus will be in the following areas: reference desk duties, selection and organization of electronic resources, maintenance of Library Services Platform, and instruction. 

 

1. Administer, troubleshoot and maintain the Library Services Platform (LSP), currently Ex Libris. Serve as liaison to LSP vendor (Alma/Primo), coordinate with ITSS, and manage new releases. 

 

2. Configure and customize the LSP’s internal systems (Alma) and user interface (Primo) to improve user experience including tools, reports, modules, patron receipts and letters. Recommend and implement new features for the LSP. 

 

3. Provide statistical data using the LSP (Alma) for library analysis, decision-making and survey reporting. 

 

4. Collaborate in selecting and maintaining the library databases. Support eResources Librarian with database and eBook integration and troubleshooting within the LSP (Alma/Primo). 

 

5. Provide reference, research and information services to students, faculty and staff. 

 

6. Conduct orientation lectures and library instruction for college classes, communicating effectively and adapting methodologies for students with special needs and different learning styles. 

 

7. Implement innovative hands-on learning teaching strategies and create effective supporting instructional materials, including print and online activities, tutorials, guides and handouts. 

 

8. Participate in the planning, evaluation and assessment of library services. 

 

9. Review and select library and OER and ZTC materials. 

 

10. Serve on college committees and participate in college activities including, but not limited to, program review, accreditation and other campus-wide endeavors. 

 

11. Teach courses in assigned discipline by communicating subject matter clearly and effectively. 

 

12. Adapt methodologies for students with special needs and different learning styles. 

 

13. Demonstrate commitment to professional development, including but not limited to activities such as: participation in professional conferences, workshops, seminars, membership in professional organizations, research projects, publishing academic work, participation in statewide committees or organizations, etc. 

 

14. Demonstrate sensitivity in working with students and staff of diverse racial, ethnic, academic and socio economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, and disabilities by showing respect for differences and the dignity of others. 

 

15. Participate in faculty responsibilities such as: course and curriculum development and review, student learning outcomes and assessment, program review, committees, research and special projects as needed in the discipline/department or district. 

 

16. Attend and participate in department, division and college meetings and keep posted office hours. 

 

17. Meet record keeping obligations on time, e.g. grades, census, reports, rosters, textbook orders, and requisitions. 

 

18. Maintain and provide current course syllabi as required by California Education Code and Board policy. 

 

19. Foster a professional work and learning environment. 

 

20. Perform other duties as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

 

1. Master’s in Library Science, Library and Information Science 

 

OR 

 

*The Equivalent

District’s Diversity Requirements

Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.

Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the District’s hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

*Equivalency

Applicants applying under equivalency bear the responsibility of submitting the District’s Equivalency Application form with details and evidence of the factors (academic preparation and/or experience) that they believe to be equivalent of the required qualifications as listed on the Job Announcements. Application(s) for equivalency are required if the degrees are not in the exact discipline required for the applicable position, according the California Community College Minimum Qualifications (select link below to review).

 

NOTE: Equivalency review is for degrees not in the exact discipline, only. If you have a degree earned outside of the United States, a U.S. credential evaluation must be attached with your application materials. (See *Foreign Degrees section below).

California Community College Minimum Qualifications

https://www.sjeccd.edu/HumanResources/Documents/CCCCO_2019_Report_Min_Qualifications.pdf

 

District Equivalency Form

http://www.sjeccd.edu/HumanResources/Documents/Equivalency_Application_Form.pdf