Torrance - El Camino College - FT Tenure-Track Faculty - Librarian (DEIA)

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Salary

The starting salary ranges from $73,328 - $100,718 depending on education and experience.

Close Date

03/06/2023

JOB DESCRIPTION

El Camino College (ECC) is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Librarian specializing in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) efforts to join its team. This position will encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference within the library and its services; support culturally responsive practices within the library; and strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives within the department. We are seeking applicants who have a commitment to student success and can participate in a team environment dedicated to excellent service and culturally responsive librarianship that addresses the racial, gender, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity within our community college student population. Our emphasis on creativity, collaboration, and intentional use of technology makes the Schauerman Library a dynamic workplace. Some assignments may include evening, weekend hours, and/or dual enrollment support or courses offered offsite on high school campuses.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The DEIA Librarian will perform outreach ties with programs across campus and ECC Affinity Centers, such as the Social Justice Center, Black Student Success Center, and others. Responsibilities include engaging underserved students using a variety of approaches that improve first-year student retention and student success. Primary duties include integrating instructional support and co-curricular activities as well as collaborating with the Outreach Librarian to support the library's efforts in outreach and marketing of library services. The successful candidate will have responsibility for helping students remain on their paths in a manner that is integrated and intrusive by providing equity-minded leadership in the development, assessment, and continuous improvement of the library services.

The successful candidate will provide vision and leadership that reflects current needs and anticipates future work related to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in the evolving library and information environment. They will participate in Reference Desk duties, as well as face-to-face and online library instruction. Other duties as assigned. May also develop and teach Pathway to Academic Success courses.

The position requires participation in a variety of campus and divisional activities such as department meetings, committee meetings, student activities, and individualized support for students. Faculty are also expected to foster collaborations with employers, industry/trade groups, universities, and high school partners and form partnerships with related instructional disciplines to support Guided Pathway initiatives and to improve student outcomes.

Extensive knowledge in the field applicable to current industry standards is required as well as participation on advisory boards.

Applicants should demonstrate experience examining and remediating their instruction, interactions, and/or library practices to more effectively engage and support diverse students.

The position requires development/review of services and curriculum, and assessment of area and learning outcomes to improve services, teaching, and learning in achieving El Camino College's mission of institutional effectiveness, quality educational programs, and vibrant student support services.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in library science; library and information science; OR

The equivalent - Candidates not possessing the required qualification(s) as stated on this announcement must complete the Request For Equivalency Form as part of the application process to explain in detail how their qualifications are equivalent to those above; OR

Valid California community college instructor credential in appropriate subject issued prior to July 1, 1990 (per California Education Code 87355); AND

Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, socio-economic, academic, and cultural diversity within student populations, including students with disabilities, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practices.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

An American Library Association accredited Master's degree preferred.

Demonstrated participation in diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility initiatives.

Strong problem-solving and collaborative skills.

Commitment to continued learning and professional development.

Ability to design and implement innovative outreach programming to connect underserved and disproportionately impacted populations with Library services.

Demonstrated effectiveness and/or commitment to engaging and supporting diverse students.

Demonstrated expertise in culturally responsive methodologies, particularly as it relates to students' lives, interests, and communities.

Proven track record of self-motivation and proactive initiative in the development of new programs and services.

Understanding of the physical and digital presence of libraries and how each impacts the students' experience and supports their success.

Skill in developing and accessing library program learning outcomes.

Flexibility and receptiveness to new ideas.