Los Angeles - Occidental College - Director of Teaching, Learning and Research Support

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Salary

Not listed

Close Date

The position will begin in July or August 2022. First consideration will be given to candidates applying by May 13.

POSITION SUMMARY

Occidental is a highly selective and diverse liberal arts college located in the global metropolis of Los Angeles. Founded in 1887, it is one of the oldest liberal arts colleges on the West Coast. Occidental’s interdisciplinary focus encourages a hands-on approach to learning and includes one of the country’s best undergraduate research programs. Faculty members work closely with the College’s librarians and staff to support their teaching and research. 1,850 students from 45 states and 24 countries have compiled an impressive record of winning national awards. Our central location within the city ensures easy access to top research institutions, museums, and cultural heritage centers, including the Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts, and Sciences; the Autry Museum of the American West; Caltech; the Getty Research Institute; the Huntington Library; the Los Angeles County Museum of Art; UCLA; and USC.

The Library is seeking an innovative and energetic Director to lead our Teaching, Learning, and Research Support (TLRS) division in providing instructional and consultation services, scholarly information resources(SIR), and research support to students, faculty, and staff. The Director will develop and oversee public services designed to enhance the academic experience of the Oxy community. The incumbent will be people-centered, responsive, creative, and skilled in leading a team of professional librarians in a highly collaborative setting. Employing a deep commitment to diversity, equity, justice, inclusivity, and universal design concepts and methodologies, the Director of TLRS will develop active learning experiences both online and in person, in large groups and small, in ways that resonate with the philosophy and values of a select, residential liberal arts college located in a large urban center.

Reporting to the College Librarian, the Director of TLRS will join the Library Leadership Team (LiLT), oversee and manage the division’s budget and operations, and lead a team of four librarians focused on

Academic Technology, Arts and Humanities, First Year Experience and Student Success, and Science. The incumbent will plan, organize, manage, and assess the Library’s robust four-year Information Literacy Instruction (ILI) program; oversee the TLRS librarians’ engagement in providing access to SIR; and facilitate their participation in Scholarly Communications and developing learning technologies.

The Director of TLRS will serve as the Library’s liaison to the College’s Social Sciences’ departments, disciplines, and interdisciplinary programs, providing subject expertise and content specialization, teaching ILI, and selecting SIR. The Social Sciences portfolio at Oxy includes interdisciplinary programs such as Black Studies; Critical Theory and Social Justice; Food Studies; Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies; Latinx and Latin American Studies; and Urban and Environmental Policy, in addition to traditional disciplines, such as Diplomacy and World Affairs; Economics; History; Politics; Psychology; and Sociology.

RESPONSIBILITIES

TLRS Leadership & Management

 Serves as a member of LiLT, representing the TLRS division

 Plans, organizes, staffs, and leads the TLRS division, directly supervising instructional librarians and academic technologists. Develops and assesses division goals and priorities

 Develops and manages the TLRS operational budget. Plays a collaborative role in developing the Library’s materials budget to ensure access to SIR and curricular alignment

 Works closely with the College Librarian and other members of LiLT on Library facilities renovation and improvement projects designed to further student success and excellence

 Works closely with the Director of SIR and the Director of User Services, Communications, and Assessment (DUSCA) to review usage data and SIR policies in relation to curricular needs. Oversees instructional librarian liaison roles in the evaluation and selection of SIR

 Builds productive relationships with faculty across disciplines to continually align services, resources, and programs with curricular needs

 Aligns teaching, learning, and research support with college-wide learning goals and ensures that programs advance the college’s mission of Equity and Justice

 Serves on campus committees when needed

 Actively represents the library in professional associations devoted to TLRS at the national, regional, and local levels; maintains currency with new, emerging, and established standards and best practices in the field; shares knowledge and expertise within the division and with other colleagues

Information Literacy Instruction, Public Services, and Liaison Work

 Plans, organizes, implements, and assesses the Library’s ILI program for students across all disciplines and years. Supports and mentors librarians in developing instructional materials, workshops, and research support programs

 Oversees the provision of one-on-one research consultations, online guides, and resources for self-paced learning and support across all disciplines to help students conduct effective research with successful outcomes

 Collaborates with the DUSCA to assess, communicate, and promote TLRS services. Evaluates and continuously improves the online user experience

 Organizes outreach for workshops and orientations with academic and student affairs programs, such as Campus Tours and Orientations, the Multicultural Summer Institute, the Undergraduate Research Center Summer Program, and the Writing Center

 Serves as the Library’s liaison to Social Sciences departments, disciplines, and interdisciplinary programs, providing subject expertise and content specialization. Works closely with other TLRS team members to ensure coverage of all subject areas across the curriculum and accessibility to SIR for faculty, staff, and students

 Works closely with the Director of Special Collections and College Archives to support teaching, learning, and research through resource acquisitions and teaching with primary sources.

Scholarly Communications & Learning Technologies

 Identifies, evaluates, and facilitates innovative applications of academic technology in support of inclusive and equitable teaching, learning, and research

 Facilitates user support for academic technologies and scholarly communications platforms, such as the course management system, digital archive, and institutional repository

 Develops expertise on intellectual property rights pertaining to academic pursuits and scholarly communications with a view to becoming a key point-of-contact for the campus

 Collaborates with the DUSCA in managing the Critical Making Studio, supporting student assistants’ training, and facilitating tech lending

 Collaborates with the Center for Teaching Excellence and the Center for Research and Scholarship to offer training and support for faculty in digital pedagogy and research, open access publishing, and open educational resources

 Collaborates with Information Technology Services to ensure sustainable infrastructures for teaching and learning technologies

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

 MLIS from an ALA accredited program, or earned doctorate, or its equivalent in work experience, education, and training

 Three years of professional experience in public services in an academic or research library

 An exciting vision for supporting teaching, learning, and research in a liberal arts curriculum

 Strong support for the values of a residential liberal arts college education and determination to help strengthen the academic community by developing equitable public services programs aimed at increasing diversity and inclusivity

 Excellent listening, spoken, and written communication skills

 Experience with and strong interest in mentoring early career librarians

 Energetic and innovative team leader, member, and colleague. Team player who displays flexibility for working within a constantly evolving organization where responsibilities are shared across divisions and between individuals.

 Experience with budget planning and management, presentations and training, organizational development, and program assessment and evaluation

 Ability to build teams, work effectively with a diverse community, and establish productive relationships across the campus and with peer institutions

 A clear understanding and broad knowledge of the opportunities and possibilities afforded by the integration of digital content and technologies in the teaching, learning, and research activities of faculty and students

Preferred

 Second subject master’s degree

 Experience with the Ex Libris Alma/Primo Library Services Platform

 Knowledge of Instructional Design

 Experience with supervising staff members.

Los Angeles - Occidental College - Science Librarian

https://www.oxy.edu/sites/default/files/assets/HR/Salaried/science_librarian._2.22_0.pdf

Salary

Not Listed

Close Date

First consideration will be given to candidates applying by May 6, 2022. Initial interviews will be conducted on Zoom.

POSITION SUMMARY

Occidental is a highly selective and diverse liberal arts college located in the global metropolis of Los Angeles. Founded in 1887, it is one of the oldest liberal arts colleges on the West Coast. Occidental’s interdisciplinary focus encourages a handson approach to learning and includes one of the country’s best undergraduate research programs. Oxy’s 1,850 students from 45 states and 24 countries have compiled an impressive record of winning national awards. Our central location within the city ensures easy access to top research institutions, including Caltech, the California Science Center, the Getty Research Institute, the Huntington Library, the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, UCLA, and USC. The Library advances the mission of the College by supporting teaching, learning, research, and other forms of intellectual engagement. We do this through extensive electronic, digital, and analog resources; welcoming physical and virtual facilities; innovative and inspiring programs and events; and excellent user service. We empower students, faculty, and staff with critical information literacies, vital technology skills, and a positive user experience to further their academic success and sustain successful lifelong learning in an ever-changing world.

The Library is seeking an innovative Science Librarian to join our Teaching, Learning, and Research Support (TLRS) team.

The Science Librarian facilitates the use of information resources and technology in teaching, learning, and scholarship for faculty, students, and staff. Reporting to the Director of TLRS, the Science Librarian will interact closely with colleagues, faculty, and students in providing information literacy instruction sessions, research consultations, training on effective uses of educational technology, and scholarly communication. Early career professionals, including graduating MLIS students with a background in STEM, are encouraged to apply.

This position is represented for purposes of collective bargaining by SEIU.

RESPONSIBILITIES

● Collaborates directly with mathematics, natural sciences, and physical sciences faculty members to realize the College’s and individual departments’ teaching, learning, and research goals; participates in related grants and other funding opportunities; and informs assessments of student learning

● Researches and implements best practices in digital pedagogy and instructional design in the sciences. Works closely with science and mathematics departments, and related academic support units, such as the Academic Master Program and the Center for Excellence in Teaching, to develop and integrate information literacies across the curriculum

● Facilitates effective application of information technology tools, methods, and materials of primary inquiry (e.g., geospatial, computational, statistical) to support undergraduate research

● Develops and delivers advanced workshops and advises students on research resources, methods, and scholarly practices across the sciences

● Supervises and mentors Student Assistants

● Researches and provides insight to the Library and Information Technology Services on emerging trends and technologies in the sciences; identifies and advocates for new scholarly information resources, learning spaces, software, hardware, and other needs specific to the sciences

● Tracks emerging trends in inclusive pedagogy across the sciences; in collaboration with librarian colleagues, experiments with new approaches to scholarly content creation and presentation

● Assesses work activities, analyzes and evaluates data, and compiles reports as required

● Develops, oversees, and participates in a range of associated special projects

● Complete other closely-related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

● MLIS from an ALA accredited program and an undergraduate degree in mathematics or a science field OR a graduate degree in mathematics or the sciences

● Good working knowledge of scientific research practices and methods in higher education; skills in using a range of scientific data and scholarly information resources; some experience with utilizing data visualization, geospatial, and/or statistical technology tools

● Strong support for the values of a residential liberal arts college education and determination to strengthen the academic community by employing inclusive pedagogy and providing equitable access to a rich portfolio of scholarly information resources and digital technologies designed to advance teaching, learning, and research

● Deep commitment to serving a diverse learning and research community of faculty, students, and staff

● Excellent listening, spoken, and written communication skills. Ability to interact successfully with faculty, students, staff, and other professional colleagues.

● Strong project management and presentation skills

● Proactive, intellectually curious, and self-motivated learner

● Energetic, motivated, and innovative team member and colleague who is comfortable working independently without close supervision. Team player who displays flexibility for working within a constantly evolving organization where responsibilities are shared across divisions and between individuals

Preferred:

● One year of experience in an academic setting providing teaching, technology, or research support to faculty and students in mathematics or the sciences

● Familiarity with Liberal Arts higher educational models

● Exposure to Ex Libris Alma/Primo Library Services Platform

Torrance - El Camino College - Library and Learning Resources Technician II

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Salary

$4,397 per month

Close Date

05/05/2022

JOB DESCRIPTION

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of a supervisor or director, provides students, faculty, staff, and community members' access to and instruction for using a variety of library and learning resources equipment and resources; assists in the processing, organization, and circulation of cataloged materials.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Assists in the development and implementation of library policies and procedures to promote efficient operations of the library (including those related to circulation, reserve, periodicals, interlibrary loan, acquisitions, computer labs and federal copyright laws.) Maintains currency on library policies and procedures. Interprets policies and procedures for library personnel or patrons. Maintains procedural manuals and files as directed.

Analyzes library-related problems and takes appropriate action. Resolves patron conflicts and issues. Informs management as needed. Maintains a safe environment and enforces rules of conduct.

Monitors the physical organization of library materials and spaces of an assigned Library and Learning Resources area. Assists with the administration of study room sign up systems. Develops and maintains patron instructions for copiers, network printing systems, and print card dispensers.

Works at designated service counter to assist patrons. Updates website for assigned area as directed. Provides high quality customer service to students, faculty, staff, and the general public, facilitating access to library materials and providing accurate directional information.

Assists library patrons with computer printing, scanning, and photocopying equipment. Charges/discharges and renews materials for patrons; posts payments; places and lifts holds on records for missing and late items; generates new and maintains existing library patron records.

Manages the interlibrary loan (ILL) process, including processing lending and borrowing requests; oversees delivery and returns of ILL materials and maintains annual statistics for ILLs. Initiates and verifies incoming and outgoing ILL requests; fills requests from other libraries; processes fees; notifies reciprocal libraries of delinquencies; tracks and invoices lost materials.

Oversees acquisition process; receives requests for library materials; performs pre-order research and verification of bibliographic data via electronic sources; identifies appropriate vendors; monitors pending orders and fund balances; reconciles invoice discrepancies; maintains various spreadsheets on items purchased and provides statistical information to management as needed; distributes acquisition selection cards.

Coordinates with the Public Access Librarian in the management of archive collections from acquisition to preservation; oversees the process of transitioning archives to preservation storage; prepares archive materials for access and exhibits; serves as a resource for the archive collection; assists with website and social media updates relating to the archive collection.

Manages learning materials processes; liaises with appropriate academic division; provides assistance in accessing materials; trains those participating in the process.

Researches and summarizes data. Prepares reports as requested or needed.

Provides guidance and feedback to student workers and part-time staff.

Participates in the opening and closing of library operations following established procedures.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of college level coursework and two (2) years of relevant work experience OR Three (3) years of customer service work and one (1) year employed in an academic setting OR Four (4) years of increasingly responsible library or learning resources-related work.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong collaboration skills.

Detail oriented.

Strong interest in learning new skills.

Background or interest in music.

Experience in or interest in developing acquisition and cataloging expertise.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge/Areas of Expertise:

Proficient in staying up-to-date with technology and changing work procedures.

Knowledge of library bibliographic resources.

Knowledge of preservation of materials and related equipment usage.

Knowledge of library terminology, practices, and resources.

Knowledge of library office practices and procedures.

Knowledge of statistical record-keeping techniques.

Abilities/Skills:

Intermediate level of technological skill with relevant library technology.

Skilled at organizing new or existing materials to maintain fluent workflows.

Skilled at problem identification and conflict resolution.

Skilled at interpretation of policies, procedures, trends, and other forms of analyses.

Skilled in cataloging, acquisitions processing, and other library practices.

Skilled in training and providing work direction to others.

Ability to analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action.

Ability to work independently with little direction.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to meet schedules and deadlines.

Ability to work accurately and rapidly under pressure with frequent interruptions.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of division and individual records.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Library setting.

Extensive computer work.

Long periods of standing and sitting.

Periodic lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs.

Movement from one work area to another.

Rocklin - Sierra College - Dean Library, Learning Resources, and Student Engagement

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sierracollege/jobs/3501011/dean-library-learning-resources-and-student-engagement

Salary

Full-Time - $135,047.88 Annually

Close Date

5/23/2022 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

Sierra College has committed to foundationally re-engineer its programs and services using Guided Pathways to increase student achievement, ensure student equity, and effect timely goal completion. Under administrative direction of the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President of Student Services, this position provides critical technical and professional leadership in matters related to the library, academic support services, student engagement, and campus life, with a keen strategic and systemic focus on student diversity, equity, inclusion, and success. This position centralizes equity-mindedness in collaboration with deans, program directors, and managers to align student academic and engagement services with departments, divisions, centers, and institutional guided pathways. This position will supervise, support, motivate, and evaluate faculty members, managers, and support staff in related programs, services, and within the Library/Learning Resource Center (LRC) and other assigned areas to affect the mission of the District.

 

Sierra College has a strong commitment to the achievement of equity and inclusion among its faculty, staff, and students and values the rich diverse backgrounds that make up the campus community. The Dean of Library, Learning Resources, and Student Engagement must demonstrate a profound understanding of and experience with successfully supporting individuals with varying backgrounds. This includes persons with disabilities, various gender identities, various sexual orientations, individuals from historically underrepresented communities, and other groups to ensure the District provides strategies for success, as well as proactive, student-centered practices and policies committed to eliminating equity gaps.

Please note that while this Dean oversees Student Engagement, there is a Program Manager/Director who provides daily oversight of student engagement. Therefore, the primary functions of this role is to provide transformational leadership over the Library and Learning Resource Center, and to support the Program Manager/Director in their equity-minded initiatives in their role.  

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provides strategic leadership for, as well as oversight and administration of: the Library, including the College archives, and the Sierra College Press; the Learning Resource Center and Academic Support services, including Tutoring and the Writing Center; and Student Engagement and Life, including the Associated Students of Sierra College (ASSC), all engagement centers, and a campus-wide calendar of events.
• Provides innovative leadership in the development, execution, evaluation and improvement of library, academic support, and student engagement strategies that result in increased student success and equity, goal attainment, and successful transition into the workforce or on to a 4-year college or university.
• Provides leadership for and coordination of skill development curriculum, as well as the programs, activities, and use of the Learning Resource Center.
• Ensures the planning and delivery of a robust system of student engagement and academic support that leads to increased student achievement, the closing of equity gaps, and a campus culture that supports and represents diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Manages and coordinates the library and learning commons operations, programs, and activities.
• Works collaboratively with the Student Services administrative team, under direction of the Vice President, to effectively pursue Guided Pathways, Interest Area-based support, and student equity at scale across the District. 
• Foster and maintain collegial and collaborative working relationships with division faculty, managers, and staff in all areas, and represents the District in the professional and local community in matters related to areas of responsibility.
• Manages, mentors, evaluates, and supports assigned staff, faculty, and managers across all areas of responsibilities. 
• Coordinates, maintains, and oversees budgets and annual planning for all areas of responsibility.
• Maintains currency and knowledge of legal and academic regulations, as well as accreditation standards, as they relate to areas of responsibility.
• Other duties as assigned: specific assignments are subject to change and flexible depending on the needs of the Student Services Division and initiatives of the District.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

The following describes the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities required to enter the job and successfully perform the assigned duties.

 

Education and Experience Guidelines: A Master's Degree in any field from an accredited institution and at least one year of experience related to the duties of the position is required. A Master’s Degree in Library Science, Library and Information Science, or the equivalent from an accredited institution is preferred.

 

Knowledge of:

• Laws and regulations pertinent to the administration of the areas of responsibility; 
• Laws and regulations pertinent to the administration of library/learning resources in the California community colleges; 
• Instructional practices, culturally-responsive curriculum development, and program approval processes; 
• Student success, equity, engagement, and completion strategies;
• Current higher education, retention and success trends, issues, strategies, regulations and compliance in the state,  regionally, nationally, and internationally;
• Current best practices and trends for providing library and academic support services in a community college or similar setting;
• Collaborative problem solving and conflict resolution techniques;
• Accounting and budgeting methods, audit procedures, statistics, and data interpretation;
• Management concepts and practices, including organizational and motivational techniques;
• Personnel management practices and techniques of supervision and staff evaluation;
• Role of higher education, specifically community colleges in supporting marginalized populations;
• Employment processes and collective bargaining processes;
• Data collection and report writing; 
• Student technology needs;
• Campus life and student engagement practices;
• National and State trends and innovative technologies relevant to assigned program areas;
• Proposal writing and grantsmanship;
• Facility management techniques and processes;
• Research and testing methods and techniques;
• Public speaking skills;
• Methods to successfully support individuals with varying backgrounds, which includes persons with disabilities, various gender identities, various sexual orientations, individuals from historically underrepresented communities and other groups; and
• Trauma-informed and culturally-responsive practices. 

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of assigned staff;
• Apply an equity-minded framework and ensure programs, services and processes are designed and delivered to meet the varying needs of all students;
• Supervise, support, and evaluate faculty, classified, and managerial employees;
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Read and analyze technical and professional journals, textbooks and other pertinent material;
• Conduct research, interpret data, and report results;
• Provide visionary and change management leadership, under executive direction;
• Promote, design, and implement integrated, comprehensive solutions involving a diverse, collaborative body of stakeholders and a culture of participatory governance;
• Bridge gap between instruction and student services;
• Foster a culture of innovation;
• Conduct ongoing research of best practices and monitor operations for efficiency and effectiveness;
• Facilitate difficult conversations to effect student-centric and systemic change;
• Analyze and assess related programs, policies, and operational needs and make systemic recommendations for improvement;
• Identify and respond to sensitive organizational issues, concerns, and needs;
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement  recommendations in support of goals;
• Prepare and administer complex budgets and reports;
• Adhere to critical deadlines while working with frequent interruptions;
• Inspire and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships;
• Develop measurable outcomes and apply assessment strategies;
• Compile data and prepare accurate reports;
• Commit to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success;
• To interact and work effectively with a diverse population utilizing exceptional interpersonal and intercultural skills;
• Present effectively to small and large groups;
• Perform effectively under the pressure of deadlines and other administrative demands;
• Plan and manage in an environment of shared governance;
• Apply patience, tact, empathy, and courtesy in supporting students, staff, and the general public; and
• Exercise sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT 

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

 
Environment: 

Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting.

Physical:

•  Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally walk, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
• Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment.
• Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Roseville Public Library - Library Page - extended application to May 13, 2022

 https://www.calopps.org/roseville/job-20227323

Job details

Salary

$15.00 - $18.23 an hour

Job Type

Temporary

Full Job Description

Location

311 Vernon Street Roseville, 95678

Description

NOTE: THE RECRUITMENT DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO CLOSING ON MAY 13, 2022 AT 5:00 PM.

LIBRARY PAGE

Part-time, Temporary

SALARY: $15.00 to $18.23 hourly

FINAL FILING DATE: We are accepting applications until closing at 5:00 pm, April 15, 2022. PERS retired annuitants are not eligible to apply.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the temporary and part-time position of Library Page in the Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department. The normal work schedule will vary depending on the Library operating schedule, and may include evenings and weekends. This position is limited to 25 hours per week for a maximum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE CITY

The City of Roseville (COR) incorporates the following Core Competencies as part of the City’s culture:

• Focus on people: Develop and deliver service-oriented solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Build trust: Ensure honesty and integrity to gain confidence and support of others.
• Ensure accountability: Take responsibility for the outcomes of one’s own work and foster a sense of ownership in others.
• Communicate effectively: Deliver clear, concise messages and actively listen to ideas and questions.
• Collaborate inclusively: Build effective working partnerships, alliances, and teams.
• Make quality decisions: Make sound, timely decisions and recommendations.
• Be adaptable/agile: Change approach or methods to best fit the situation and effectively balance competing priorities.

THE DEPARTMENT

The City of Roseville Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department incorporates our culture into our everyday interactions with our co-workers and our community.

• Take Pride - We’re proud of the services that we provide to our residents.
• Be Creative - We encourage an environment that allows for passion and innovation.
• Always Improving - We embrace change by fostering opportunities to learn, adapt and grow.
• Work as a Team -Teamwork makes us stronger, more efficient and adds value to our department.
• Make it Fun - We celebrate our co-workers, achievements and successes.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties related to performing basic clerical and/or technical library functions.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist customers with circulation services, use of public computers and copier, locating library materials and promoting library programs.
• Register customers and collects payments for Parks, Recreation & Libraries classes and events.
• Shelve, sort, shift, and file library materials and deliver them to the proper sorting area following established procedures.
• Check materials in and out; bring damaged materials to the attention of a supervisor.
• Use office equipment and personal computer to perform simple clerical tasks.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures.
• Assist with program and event delivery; set up and take down; check in program participants; distribute program materials.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, volunteers and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Modern office equipment, computer hardware and software.
• Basic math and English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, alphabetizing and indexing.
• Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time; bend, twist and reach, stoop, kneel and squat while shelving, opening boxes or moving equipment. Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; set up booths, hang banners, move tables, chairs and carry supplies; lift or carry weighing of 45 pounds or less.
• Make accurate mathematical computations.
• Write and use a keyboard to communicate and enter data and maintain accurate and up-to date records.
• Use carts to move library materials.
• Retrieve materials from high/low shelves.
• Assist in training library pages and volunteers.
• Understand and translate City and Library policies and practices into everyday working practices; make sound decisions with solid problem solving methods.
• Communicate effectively, concisely, and tactfully with customers and staff both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
• Learn to identify problems regarding the facility and programs; refer difficult problems/irregularities for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.
• Respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

• No experience required. Six months of general customer service experience or the equivalent in library employment is desirable.

Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of the eleventh (11th) grade or sixteen (16) years of age.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

Note: Minors may have preclusions or restriction in duties assigned pursuant to 29 CFR §570.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

• Describe a successful project you completed as part of a team. What role did you play in the outcome?
• How many years of experience do you have performing clerical tasks in support of library operations?
• None
• Less than a year
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 4-5 years
• 6+ years
• Describe a time when you were required to prioritize tasks to complete a project. What methods did you use to prioritize/organize your work?
• Describe your customer service philosophy.
• The Library may be staffed the hours below; please list your availability during these hours.
• Monday – Wednesday: 8am-6pm
• Thursday – Friday: 8am-5pm
• Saturday: 8am-4pm

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications. Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS. MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone:

(916)774-5475

Contact email:

recruitment@roseville.ca.us

Sacramento - Sacramento County Day School - Lower School Librarian

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Salary

Not listed

Close Date

Not listed

Description

Sacramento Country Day School, a leader in Pre-Kindergarten - 12th grade independent school education since 1964, seeks a Librarian to manage the Pre-K through 5th grade library at the beginning of the 2022-2023 school year. Serving more than 500 students schoolwide, Country Day’s mission is to “inspire intellectual discovery and engage a diverse community to think critically, live creatively, and act compassionately.”

Primary Responsibilities:

The next librarian will be responsible for all aspects of running the library including: program management, developing and teaching lessons, acquisitions, reference, circulation, and technical services. The librarian inspires enthusiasm for reading and learning, fosters critical thinking, and empowers all members of the community to become capable researchers, creative curators, and ethical users of information. The librarian works collaboratively with classroom educators, and creates teaching and learning environments that are warm, welcoming, flexible, and fun. Librarians incorporate a DEI lens in collection development and display as well as in curriculum and event planning.

The successful candidate will have of the following attributes:

● Excellent collaborator with strong communication and organizational skills.

● A growth mindset.

● Knowledge of and enthusiasm for literature appropriate for Pre-K-5th grades.

● A natural rapport with children and understanding of their developmental needs

● Ability to plan curriculum using 21st century skills that incorporate the use of literacy,

information literacy, and technology.

● Strong leadership skills.

Qualifications/Experience:

● Bachelor's degree required; MLS/MLIS strongly preferred.

● Three to five years experience overseeing library programs and daily library operations

in an elementary library.

● Experience instructing students and teachers in the use of library resources.

● Experience developing and teaching digital citizenship curriculum

● Makerspace experience, a plus.

School requirements include: Background check, First Aid/CPR training (school sponsored), negative TB result. Sacramento Country Day School teachers are active in the school community, many serving as advisors, trip chaperones, and coaches. The ideal candidate will add strength to a wide range of programs and embrace a diverse and powerful learning community. Interested candidates should send a resume and a letter of interest to Maisae Affour, Head of Lower School at resume@saccds.org.

Bakersfield - California State University - Library Cataloger

https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/bk/en-us/job/512552/job-no-512552-library-cataloger

Salary

$3,528 - $6,505

Close Date

Until filled

POSITION PURPOSE:

Under the general description of the Library Services State Manager, incumbent will copy catalog, prepare original descriptive catalog records from existing templates, and support the maintenance of accurate catalog records for physical and electronic materials. The incumbent catalogs physical and electronic materials, such as monographs, government documents and audiovisual materials. In addition, the Library Services Specialist serves as the primary copy cataloger for federal, state, and government documents collection in both print and electronic formats and collaborates on related projects, such as weeding and physical processing and other duties as assigned.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. CATALOGING

• Copy cataloging and coordinating original cataloging with Cataloging Librarian (when no bibliographic record exists) of physical resources including print (monographs and periodicals), audio, visual, mixed media kits and equipment. Materials to be cataloged may have been purchased, deposited, donated or placed on reserve.
• Working with other Library Services staff, and librarians, to maintain material records in any and all phases of the material lifecycle.
• Copy cataloging, and working with the Government Documents Coordinator, to maintain the physical and electronic Government Documents collection.
• Forwarding cataloged materials to student assistant for physical processing and fulfillment of item requests or deaccession as needed.
• Supporting Archival staff by cataloging materials for special collections. 
• Training student assistant to physically prepare physical materials for shelving, and fulfilment of requests.  Writing and updating procedures assigned to student assistant as well as associated workflows, monitoring quality of work, and reviewing tasks as required.
• Regularly reviewing workflow procedures relating to items which require repair or other action taken

B. ACQUISITIONS SUPPORT AND PERIODICALS

• Supporting Acquisitions staff by searching purchase requests to avoid duplication of resources, importing bibliographic records or creating brief records, and creating purchase order lines.
• Upon receipt of ordered materials, editing or replacing brief records with complete bibliographic records as needed, completing item details and updating holdings.
• Updating serial bibliographic records and holdings in response to title changes, cessations, or when subscription cancelled.
• Updating and closing purchase order lines as required. Communicate such changes with appropriate staff and librarians.

C. CHECK OUT DESK DUTIES

• Circulating library materials CSUB and CSU+ collection as well as ILL.
• Answering general library services and directional questions
• Contacting Admin, Help-Desk or other CSUB departments as required to resolve issues
• Creating Community member accounts
• Assisting with library opening and closing procedures as required including counting cash and securing building

D. OTHER JOB DUTIES

• Ongoing teamwork and project collaboration with staff and faculty across Library Services functional areas
• Reviewing, updating and documenting workflows and procedures in a shared file accessible to all staff
• Cross-training colleagues in copy cataloging, and likewise receiving training from them in their respective functional areas
• Performing other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.
• Participating in ongoing training, to maintain skill currency and / or acquire new skills relating to job responsibilities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE –  

High school diploma or the equivalent and four (4) years of directly related experience.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES (SKA’s):

• Thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret overall library policies and procedures and an in-depth knowledge of library operations, policies and procedures pertaining to assigned functional area, including a solid understanding of individual work functions and the ability to adapt work procedures. 
• Working knowledge of library collection and its organization, as well as classification schemes.
• Demonstrated expertise in creating and correcting bibliographic records.
• Thorough knowledge of external on-line databases, system, and resources, including the ability
• to perform complex on-line searches.
• Thorough knowledge of institution’s and library’s policies and practices associated with the
• ethical use of and access to library and on-line resources.
• Working knowledge of national standards pertaining to library operations, including a thorough
• knowledge of institutional standards pertaining to copyright and intellectual property protection
• and the ability to interpret and apply them, as well as explain them to patrons, to ensure
• compliance.
• Demonstrated expertise in using library automated system(s), especially subsystem(s)
• pertaining to the functional area, including database maintenance.
• Ability to investigate and research more complex problems, including analyzing and interpreting
• information.
• Working knowledge of library accounting and budget procedures and allocation processes, and
• ability to apply this knowledge to assist in handling vendor accounts and the budget process.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to be able to prepare internal library reports and
• written and visual presentations on library resources and present them to library patrons,
• including students.
• Strong communication and interpretive skills to be able to interview patrons regarding their
• information needs and guide them in the use of more complex library and on-line resources.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of lead work direction including assisting in employee
• selection, training employees in new work procedures, assigning work, organizing workflow and
• establishing priorities, reviewing work, providing input to performance evaluations and
• promoting teamwork to optimize effectiveness. Working knowledge of campus human resource
• practices and payroll procedures.
• Strong organizational skills to oversee and lead workflow in assigned area.
• Cataloging skills including working knowledge of MARC 21 format, AACRII, RDA, BIBCO and CONSER cataloging standards, and cataloging in a consortial environment
• Knowledge of Library of Congress classification system and LC subject headings
• Familiarity with Library Resource Management, Fulfillment, and Acquisitions modules and ability to design and run reports
• Working knowledge of OCLC Client Connexion for cataloging
• Proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others
• Ability to collaborate with others to review and improve workflows and resolve problems
• Willingness to receive instruction and share knowledge
• Willingness to assist staff assigned to other functional areas with projects as needed
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional development.
• Must be able to work occasional holidays and adjust working hours to meet special jobs.  May be called back periodically to perform work as needed on an emergency basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment utilizing a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude.

Familiarity with Primo user display of ALMA bibliographic records

Working knowledge of Ebsconet for serials management

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  

LIGHT WORK – involves mainly sitting, up to 25% standing or walking; lifting medium weight objects limited to 25 pounds.

Davis - University of California - Library Assistant 4 (Principal Library Assistant)

https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&JobOpeningId=33670&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=7&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant

Salary

$25.19/hr. - $33.02/hr.     

Close Date

4/15/2022

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION      

UC DAVIS SCHOOL OF LAW The University of California, Davis, School of Law is a top tier US law school. Its mission is to provide legal research, education and outreach. Its outstanding scholarly reputation, high rankings, small size, dedicated faculty of internationally renowned scholars, and uniquely supportive learning environment combine for an experience of legal education that is second to none for its students. The King Hall School of Law is consistently placed among the best in the US News and World Report rankings and other polls, and is expected to continue its upward trajectory for years to come. The UC Davis School of Law offers a three year full-time program leading to the Juris Doctor Degree, as well as two LL.M. degrees and other types of educational programs. The Mabie Law Library is located in the School of Law and serves a student body of 650+ JD and LLM students, approximately 70 professors, visiting faculty, lecturers and emeriti. More information about the Mabie Law Library can be found at https://law.ucdavis.edu/library/.

JOB SUMMARY

This position performs difficult specialized duties of a paraprofessional nature in 2 core areas of the Law Library’s operation. These 2 areas include: (1) Independent responsibility for all administrative and procedural tasks associated with the preparation and exporting of payment files to KFS using Alma, the library’s integration library system, and BigSys, and (2) Establishes working procedures for managing the Library’s serials subscriptions, both print and online, which account for 80% of the Library’s current titles, and $800,000 in annual expenditures. Both areas of responsibility require paraprofessional knowledge of library principles and procedures, computer and programming skills, and the ability to work independently in carrying out these duties. The employee uses established and innovative approaches and techniques to solve difficult problems using the newly transitioned ILS, Alma. The position works under general direction in carrying out these tasks, and oftentimes works directly with counterparts at Shields library, and campus accounting. The position requires a general understanding of bibliographic records and Marc tags. Employee is responsible for ordering NRLF shipments by coordinating with Shields librarians. The position hires, directs and supervises 4-5 library student assistants, assigning and reviewing work, setting schedules and training. The position is the lead for a full-time LAII, scheduling work, training, and reviewing work performed. The position also supervises the binding of library materials.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position requires ability to sit and work at computer terminal for long periods of time.

Must be able to lift and move books and sets of volumes to and from shelves and book trucks.

Must be able to unpack book shipments and place on book trucks.

Physical ability to push heavy book trucks

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Work occasional alternate schedule when backup coverage is needed at the Staff Circulation desk. Alternate/flexible schedules may be approved as feasible.

The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:           

• Minimum of three years’ library experience, including knowledge of library functions and procedures, and using an integrated library system such as Alma.
• Experience using word processing and spreadsheet software, particularly MS Excel.
• Ability to interpret and maintain serial records
• Ability to process invoices and interpret library financial data.
• Ability to handle several tasks or assignments at once, establish priorities, and meet specified deadlines with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision, apply problem solving skills, and recognize and resolve technical issues
• Demonstrated commitment to providing outstanding library patron service and maintain professionalism, interpersonal and communication skills to interact successfully with various constituents of the School of Law.

Preferred:          

• Experience interpreting library bibliographic data, proficiency in drafting reports, performing analysis, and resolving problems using data analytics software, such as Oracle Analytics
• Experience processing financial records and invoices
• Supervisory experience
• Familiarity with formats and terminology of legal materials sufficient to create and interpret records     

Roseville - City of Roseville - Library Page

https://www.calopps.org/roseville/job-20227323

Salary

$15.00-$18.23 Hourly

Close Date

4/15/2022 at 5pm

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the temporary and part-time position of Library Page in the Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department. The normal work schedule will vary depending on the Library operating schedule, and may include evenings and weekends.  This position is limited to 25 hours per week for a maximum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

THE DEPARTMENT

The City of Roseville Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department incorporates our culture into our everyday interactions with our co-workers and our community.

Take Pride - We’re proud of the services that we provide to our residents.

Be Creative - We encourage an environment that allows for passion and innovation.

Always Improving - We embrace change by fostering opportunities to learn, adapt and grow.

Work as a Team -Teamwork makes us stronger, more efficient and adds value to our department.

Make it Fun - We celebrate our co-workers, achievements and successes.

 

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties related to performing basic clerical and/or technical library functions.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES 

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist customers with circulation services, use of public computers and copier, locating library materials and promoting library programs.
• Register customers and collects payments for Parks, Recreation & Libraries classes and events.
• Shelve, sort, shift, and file library materials and deliver them to the proper sorting area following established procedures.
• Check materials in and out; bring damaged materials to the attention of a supervisor.
• Use office equipment and personal computer to perform simple clerical tasks.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures.
• Assist with program and event delivery; set up and take down; check in program participants; distribute program materials.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, volunteers and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Modern office equipment, computer hardware and software.

Basic math and English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, alphabetizing and indexing.

Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.

Ability to:

On a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time; bend, twist and reach, stoop, kneel and squat while shelving, opening boxes or moving equipment.  Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; set up booths, hang banners, move tables, chairs and carry supplies; lift or carry weighing of 45 pounds or less.

• Make accurate mathematical computations.
• Write and use a keyboard to communicate and enter data and maintain accurate and up-to date records.
• Use carts to move library materials.
• Retrieve materials from high/low shelves.
• Assist in training library pages and volunteers.
• Understand and translate City and Library policies and practices into everyday working practices; make sound decisions with solid problem solving methods.
• Communicate effectively, concisely, and tactfully with customers and staff both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
• Learn to identify problems regarding the facility and programs; refer difficult problems/irregularities for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.
• Respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

No experience required. Six months of general customer service experience or the equivalent in library employment is desirable.

 

Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the eleventh (11th) grade or sixteen (16) years of age.

 

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

San Mateo - College of San Mateo - Librarian (Equity, Outreach, and Engagement) (Full-time Tenure-Track Faculty Position)

https://jobs.smccd.edu/postings/6222

Salary

Initial placement with a Master’s degree can range from $77,964 up to $97,836 per year; and a Ph.D. can range from $89,340 to $104,448 per year.

Close Date

04/28/2022

The Position

The College seeks a full-time, tenure track faculty member for an Equity, Outreach, and Engagement Librarian. The ideal candidate will share the College’s commitment to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. This position requires self-direction, flexibility, the ability to work well with others as part of a team, and the ability to adapt to a rapidly-changing library, teaching, and learning environment. This position is a valued part of the team of librarians, staff, and library workers who are continuing to grow and learn in their equity-minded practices. This position reports directly to the Director of the Learning Commons.

Start date of this assignment: Fall 2022.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.
• The Librarian will provide equity-minded vision and leadership in the development, assessment, and continuous improvement of the library’s collections, reference services, and information literacy instruction program
• Engage with CSM’s diverse learning communities through outreach, instruction, and curricular development with student success initiatives (e.g., first-generation college student programs, Guided Pathways, free college initiatives), and design equity-informed library programming and services to meet their needs
• Engage with the CSM community to improve campus awareness of critical open education/access issues (e.g., OER, ZTC, and other open access resources)
• Keep current with trends and developments in equity-oriented and non-traditional student services
• Lead and participate in library-wide initiatives to examine current practices and strengthen policies that advance diversity, equity, and inclusion goals
• Teach and assess information literacy in a variety of formats and modalities (e.g., credit-bearing courses, one-shot information literacy instruction sessions, and workshops)
• Provide reference services in-person and remotely using various communication tools
• Participate in department/division, College, District, and regional committees as appropriate
• The College offers day, evening, online, and weekend classes, and librarians may be required to teach or provide services during these times
• Perform other duties as required by contract and general institutional needs

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree or above in library science, library and information science, OR the equivalent (see below)

Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff

Equivalence to Minimum Qualifications

For persons applying for this position based on Equivalence, please answer the supplemental question on the online application indicating one or more of the following:

Degree Equivalence

The applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise or the coursework is slightly different.

Academic Background Equivalence

Related to disciplines in which a Master’s Degree is not generally expected or available. The applicant must have completed at least 24 semester units of coursework in the academic field and must possess at least the equivalent level of achievement and the equivalent in breadth, depth of understanding, and rigor in each of the following:

i) a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree, and

ii) a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by course work required for the degree major.

Professional Achievement Equivalence

The applicant must have completed the General Education requirements for that degree and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The applicant must submit substantial evidence, which demonstrates that his/her preparation, teaching experience, work experience, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Reference & Library Instruction

• Experience developing, teaching, or assessing information literacy instruction and other library instruction for face-to-face or online courses
• Skills in using various face-to-face and online teaching tools
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including engaging presentation skills
• Commitment to collaborative learning and working environments
• Experience working in Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas)
• Experience creating and using online research guides
• Knowledge of or skill using strategies to ensure Library accessibility (physical, digital, and educational)
• Training or experience delivering reference services in face-to-face and online modalities.
• Equity and Outreach
• Evidence of a strong commitment to service excellence to a diverse community including a focus on first-generation students, learning communities, or transfer programs that focus on the success of hyper-marginalized student populations
• Experience with designing equity-informed library programming and services
• Experience in outreach and marketing to students and faculty with a focus on equity and inclusion
• Evidence of commitment to the continuous reexamination of library practices and policies to strengthen and advance the diversity, equity, and inclusion goals of the Library and the campus
• Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders with diverse interests and needs
• Open Educational Resources (OER)
• Knowledge of or experience with OER and other textbook affordability strategies and initiatives
• Experience communicating issues concerning the discovery and use of open textbooks or other open educational resources to diverse constituencies including students, faculty, and administrators
• Preferred Qualifications
• American Library Association (ALA) accredited Master’s degree in library science or library information science
• Experience in outreach and marketing to students and faculty with a focus on equity and inclusion

San Mateo - College of San Mateo - Library Support Specialist

https://jobs.smccd.edu/postings/6235

Salary

Min Salary - $63,840 (annual)
Max Salary - $81,636 (annual)

Close Date

04/20/2022

The Position

The Library Support Specialist involves paraprofessional work related to assisting library patrons in the use of a College and countywide network of libraries, library resources, related services, and activities. Under direction, the employee assists librarians and other faculty in providing technical electronic and direct information to library patrons about policies, procedures, circulation services, online access, database resources, fees, returns, and other information. The Library Support Specialist provides assistance to library patrons in an open-access library lab and/or with other library-based computer-mediated resources. The employee also maintains the confidentiality of the databases for library patrons. Public contact is extensive and involves students, staff, the general public, vendors, other educational institutions, community, and business representatives to exchange information related to library access and resource availability. A high degree of independent judgment and creativity are required to select from alternate and often conflicting solutions to resolve a variety of minor and occasional major problems that arise. Consequences of errors in judgment can be costly in public relations, employee and customer time. A Library Support Specialist can monitor the work of clerical and other staff, library interns, and student assistants.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.

• Exchanges information with students, staff, the general public, other educational institutions, vendors, collection agencies, interlibrary loan services, public library, and other personnel regarding countywide and College library services, resources, on-site services, billing, fees, returns, database accessibility, policies, and procedures
• Refers library patrons to electronic, community, and other resources for technical assistance as appropriate
• Confers with librarians and other staff to plan short- and long-range service delivery models, including the development of new materials
• Attends workshops, meetings, and other events to obtain current information
• Serves on various library-related committees
• Participates in library tours, orientation programs, and other public relations activities
• Staffs a major section of the College library, in conjunction with librarians
• Catalogs items (print and non-print items, books, periodicals, instructor’s reserve materials) into the library’s collections
• Provides assistance to library patrons in an open-access laboratory and/or with other library-based computer-mediated resources in locating and using requested media, referrals to appropriate staff to obtain technical information, and to collect and document the payment of fees, fines, and other transactions
• Performs inventory and media searches
• Plans and prepares exhibits and displays in conjunction with librarians and other staff
• Makes recommendations for the acquisition of new media, resource materials, and/or software
• Interprets, modifies, and verifies bibliographic and other documentation
• Assigns bar codes to all cataloged items and enters them on the bibliographic record
• Prepares bibliographies and acquisition lists
• Performs copy cataloging and related technical services
• Receives and organizes a variety of materials to be returned to library shelves, transferred to other sites, added to the collection, or discarded
• Orders, purchases and subscribes to numerous print and non-print materials, including books, equipment, computers, government documents, serials, media, and all supplies
• Trains and monitors the work of clerical and other staff, library interns, and student assistants as assigned
• Enters, modifies, and retrieves information using a variety of computer software
• Sets up and maintains detailed payment records and holds, and statistical, financial, and other records to monitor and track library usage, cataloging, and availability of book, periodical, and non-print resources
• Uses a variety of computer software to compose and prepare correspondence, memoranda, special and regular reports, bulletins, surveys, text, and formatting of website information and other written materials
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree plus library work experience or an Associate degree in Library Science and successful library experience of increasing responsibility that has included demonstrated knowledge of technical library services, resources, and technology OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Successful complex clerical experience of increasing responsibility
• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff
• Skill in computer data entry, modification, and retrieval, including the use of a database for a variety of record-keeping and reporting
• Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication
• Experience with training and leading the work of others
• Experience with the use of a variety of computer software to compose and prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, and other written materials
• Experience with research and compiling data for, formatting, and preparing reports
• Demonstrated skill in multitasking, prioritizing workloads, and working independently
• Demonstrated skill in working as part of a high-quality customer service team in an educational environment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the resources, technology (integrated library systems, Banner, Websmart), procedures, services, and policies commonly applicable to academic and public library systems
• Skill in using a variety of computer software to research and catalog library materials, and to prepare statistical, financial, demographic, and other data for special and regular reports
• Skill in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and web-based content management systems
• Skill in respectful, tactful, and sensitive interaction with people who are diverse in their cultures, language groups, and abilities
• Skill in oral communication, including public speaking and giving clear and concise instructions
• Skill in written communication
• Skill in training and monitoring the work of others
• Skill in organizing data, setting up, tracking, and maintaining data in electronic and manual files
• Ability to work effectively as part of a customer service team
• Physical Requirements
• This classification requires data comparison and analysis; visual comparison and acuity; manual dexterity; patience, analysis and interpretation of data; tact and sensitivity; flexibility; adaptability; multi-tasking; attention to detail; ability to give clear and concise instruction and direction; reaching overhead, pushing, pulling; and carrying items of moderate weight in order to perform the essential functions.