"Librarian"

Job Details

Position Summary

The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: coordination of library services and/or teaching assigned classes, if assigned, under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.

The library faculty member shall also demonstrate a strong commitment to equity-minded practices. This includes acknowledging that students enter the college with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and levels of preparation; providing inclusive and culturally responsive instruction and services; and supporting students in developing the skills necessary to thrive both academically and personally. The successful candidate will contribute to creating an environment in which all students feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to achieve their educational goals.

The department maintains a focus on:

• Information literacy instruction in a variety of modalities and formats that is accessible, inclusive, and responsive to student needs.
• Providing research help to support student’s varying levels of research experience.
• Providing access to materials and content that reflect diverse perspectives and support student success and equity.
• Outreach and marketing of library services and collections to increase student engagement and reduce barriers to access.
• Assessing library programs and services to ensure they effectively support students and contribute to equitable student outcomes.

Position Salary Information: Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 8). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

• LIBR 318 Library Research and Information Literacy
• LIBR 324 Critical Thinking and Information Literacy
• LIBR 494 Topics in Library Science

In collaboration with the other librarians, the Librarian may be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Providing reference and information services to students and staff in a variety of modalities (in-person, chat, Zoom).
• Providing library instruction in a variety of settings and formats.
• Maintaining up-to-date instructional materials for print and online library resources.
• Selecting materials in subject areas for print, media, and digital collections.

The Librarian may also be involved or take the lead in coordinating one or more of the following:

• Instructional programs and services
• Circulation policy and procedures
• Collection management including acquisitions, maintenance, and weeding
• Management of the physical library space
• Marketing and outreach of library services.
• Supporting textbook access through course reserves and open educational resources
• User experience of library resources including maintaining website, discovery interface, and other library tools
• Research help coordination and scheduling
• Assessment of library programs and services
• Supporting special programs, outreach centers and distance education students
• Representing the library in districtwide committees and workgroups

Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Master’s in library science, library and information science; OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by August 20th, 2026.
2. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Application Instructions

Before You Apply:

Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.

Required Application Documents

Applicants must attach the following:

1. A Los Rios Community College District Application
2. Letter of Interest
3. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
4. Unofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation ( see Transcript Requirements )
5. Equivalency Determination Request Form (*if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements***)

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