Librarian/Instruction Librarian
Glendale Community College
Applications (online or hard-copy) and any required attachments must be submitted by Thursday, August 7, 2008. (California) has an opening for a full time tenure track Librarian/Instruction Librarian beginning Fall 2008. For more information and to apply go to the GCC Human Resources web site http://www.glendale.edu/community/employment/index.htm , click on Visitors under Job Search, enter keyword “librarian”. Click on the link IRC3934 for the full announcement which is also provided below.
Librarian/Instruction Librarian
Overview
Glendale Community College is nestled in the foothills of the San Rafael Mountains, centrally located at the intersection of three major freeways and just ten miles from downtown Los Angeles. Glendale is one of the fastest growing communities in the Southern California region.
A vibrant hub of economic activity and cultural diversity; it is an exciting place to work and live! Known for excellence and rigor, GCC has one of the highest transfer rates in the state to the UC system and other California four-year colleges. Additionally the college offers a broad range of vocational programs and takes pride in providing outstanding student services and curriculum to help prepare students for success in the 21st Century. GCC is recognized throughout the state as a model of shared governance and collegiality.
GCC is committed to creating an environment that provides opportunities to individuals with diverse talents, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We believe in the importance of a faculty, staff, and student population that embodies diversity of all kinds in order to better serve the college and surrounding communities.
Posting Description
This is a full-time tenure-track faculty position reporting to the Associate Dean, Library and Learning Resources. Full-time GCC library faculty are expected to participate in a variety of program areas, including information competency instruction, reference service, web-based services for distance learners, collection development, library technology and technical services. These assignments may be reallocated periodically, and assignments may depend on the interests and qualification of the successful applicant for this position.
This position is for the 10-month academic year with the possibility of an additional 5 week summer or 6 week winter session for additional pay. Full-time library faculty work 35 hours per week, and assignments may include evening and weekend hours and/or work at other GCC locations in addition to the main campus.
The GCC Library is a fast-paced, student-centered, teaching library. The successful candidate will be able to work collaboratively in a team environment and have skills in instruction, reference, information technology, electronic resources, collection development and technical services. Excellent written and verbal skills are a must.
Job Description
Major Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provide leadership, planning and coordination for the library credit instruction program including developing and revising curriculum, promoting and teaching library classes, orientations, workshops and infusions in both classroom and online environments.
2. Work collaboratively to plan, develop, and deliver instruction in information competency.
3. Produce high quality online and print instructional and other materials in a timely manner.
4. Provide reference services to library users, both in person and online.
5. Apply new information technologies to the innovative delivery of library services, resources and instruction to on site and distance learners including those at other GCC locations.
6. Participate in the selection and maintenance of the library’s collections, both electronic and print.
7. Serve as liaison with faculty in assigned disciplines.
8. Participate in general planning and development of library programs, policies and procedures.
9. Participate in college governance and professional organizations.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in library science or library and information science from an ALA-accredited institution OR the equivalent.
Desirable Qualifications
1. Second master’s degree, additional course work, or special interest in a subject field.
2. Knowledge of and experience with new directions in libraries, new technologies for information communication, content creation, curriculum development and library instruction.
3. Creative, energetic and committed to the mission of the 21st century community college library.
4. Recent experience in a contemporary library.
5. Teaching or training experience.
6. Project management and/or technology management experience.
7. Sensitivity and strong commitment to working with diverse racial and ethnic groups.
8. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
9. Strong service orientation and ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team environment.
10. Ability to provide direction to classified employees.
11. Ability to install, use, maintain, and troubleshoot hardware, software and peripherals.
12. Leadership ability and exceptional initiative, productivity, and organizational skills.
13. Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
Position Specific Details
Full-time Academic Positions
Start Date: October 1, 2008
Starting salary is from $54,108.00 - $71,688.00 per year depending upon education and experience. Step placement within the appropriate column is determined by Article VIII of the Collective Bargaining agreement. Fringe benefits, which are subject to change pursuant to negotiations under Section 3500 of the California Government Code, are presently provided and include family and domestic partner medical and dental, two-party vision plan, and employee life insurance.
Selection Process
Academic Positions
All completed applications and application materials will be screened to ensure that the minimum requirements stated in the job announcement are met. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and possess the highest degree of desired job-related qualifications will be invited to the college for an interview at their own expense. The College President will make the final recommendation to the Governing Board of Glendale Community College. All candidates will be notified by mail of their final disposition in the selection process.
How To Apply
To apply for an open position you will need to create an account with us. Your account will enable you to complete an online application. You will also be able to login to review your status, update your application and apply for multiple positions.
The online application is the most efficient way to apply for an open position. However, a hard-copy application can be requested by calling our job line at 818-291-6655 and leaving a message.
If the position requires completion of a degree or coursework, you will be required to submit your transcripts. Transcripts can be scanned and attached to your online application or you can mail or fax them to us (see contact information below). Official transcripts will be requested if hired. If submitting a hard-copy application, please attach the transcripts to your application.
Applications with incomplete information (i.e. statements such as - see resume) or missing documents will not be considered.
Academic Positions Only
Academic positions require the following documents to be attached to your online application or submitted with your hard-copy application in order to be considered:
1) Online application (hard copy applications are also accepted)
2) Cover letter that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications
4) Current resume
5) Three recent (within the last year) signed letters of recommendation that can attest to your professional experience (letters can be scanned and attached to your online application or you can mail or fax them to us (see contact information below)
6) Transcripts showing completion of required degree (copies will be accepted, pending the receipt of official transcripts)
Please do not attach any additional documents. Supplemental documents not requested in the announcement, will not be reviewed. Those applicants deemed best qualified will be invited to the college for an interview.
Your application (online or hard-copy) and any required attachments must be submitted by Thursday, August 7, 2008. Please mail hard-copy applications and attachments to:
Glendale Community College
Human Resources
1500 N. Verdugo Rd.
Glendale, CA 91208
Fax # 818-551-5169
Postmarks will not be accepted. If you have additional questions please call 818-240-1000 ext. 5921. Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Glendale Community College.
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