Are you experienced, energetic, and highly motivated?
Are you ready for that next step in leadership?
Do you seek a new opportunity in a progressive environment with stable funding that embraces innovation and customer service?
Join the Yolo County Library Team as Assistant County Librarian! The Assistant County Librarian oversees the operations of public service for the library system of seven branches, a literacy program, community service database, and the County’s Archives and Records Center. The Library has just completed two new branches and is renovating a third facility, thanks to political and community support for library services.
The ideal candidate will possess superior leadership and interpersonal communication skills to successfully organize and direct library staff in providing exemplary library services to a diverse public in urban and rural settings.
The Assistant County Librarian:
-works closely with the County Librarian in developing and implementing strategic plans, policies and procedures, planning and organizing for effective public service.
-is responsible for the provision of public services with public facility managers and the Policy Team
-works with the Business Services Manager to ensure that system personnel and training needs are met
-works with the Program Manager to ensure that system facilities, literacy, Archives/Records and project needs are met
-supervises Public Service Branch Managers and Supervisors
-works with the Library Advisory Board and several Friends Groups in conjunction with County Librarian.
Requires a master’s in Library Science or MLS equivalent from an ALA-accredited program with a minimum of 5 years experience in a supervisory or administrative position in a public library. Advanced graduate coursework in public administration is preferred but not required.
Salary range for this position is $74,700-$95,400 annually.
Recruitment is open NOW and will close on 2/12/10. ALA - County Librarian Patty Wong, patty.wong@yolocounty.org will be in Boston at ALA MW and can be reached at (530) 848-8768 for questions about the position or at the Westin Waterfront Hotel from 1/15-1/18.. For questions about employment with the County and the benefits of the position, please contact Gina Duncan by e-mail at gina.rowland@yolocounty.org or by phone at (530) 666-8149.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Public Services Outreach Librarian - Los Rios Community College District, Folsom Lake College
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Dean of Instruction and Technology and in collaboration with the other librarians, the Public Services Outreach Librarian shall plan, develop, and coordinate Library Outreach and Distance Education Services, utilizing innovative web technologies and resources; provide reference and information services to students and staff; teach library instructions in a variety of settings and formats that may include credit courses; maintain up-to-date library instructional materials, in print and online; and select materials in subject areas for print and electronic collections.
Responsibilities
In addition, the Public Services Outreach Librarian shall also serve on department, college and/or district committees; meet with faculty, administrators and library staff on academic or professional matters; maintain a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in his/her profession; uphold standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the position and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; and fulfill other duties and responsibilities as outlined in the college faculty handbook. The assignment will include service at the Folsom Lake College main campus, Rancho Cordova Center and may include service at the El Dorado Center as well as day, evening and weekend hours.
Additional Responsibilities
-Experience as a Public Services Librarian in a community college environment or equivalent.
-Experience providing and developing library instruction in a variety of formats.
-Experience or interest in library services for distance education.
-Experience providing library outreach and marketing.
-Experience using existing and emerging technologies to enhance library services and instruction.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Have a master's degree from an accredited institution in library science, library and information science completed by August 19, 2010; OR, hold a California Community College Instructor's Credential in Library Science; OR, the equivalent. Note: Applicants applying under "the equivalent" provision must provide details and explain how their academic preparation is the equivalent of the degrees listed above.
2. Have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles.
For more information and application instructions, visit the Los Rios Community College job site.
Under the supervision of the Dean of Instruction and Technology and in collaboration with the other librarians, the Public Services Outreach Librarian shall plan, develop, and coordinate Library Outreach and Distance Education Services, utilizing innovative web technologies and resources; provide reference and information services to students and staff; teach library instructions in a variety of settings and formats that may include credit courses; maintain up-to-date library instructional materials, in print and online; and select materials in subject areas for print and electronic collections.
Responsibilities
In addition, the Public Services Outreach Librarian shall also serve on department, college and/or district committees; meet with faculty, administrators and library staff on academic or professional matters; maintain a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in his/her profession; uphold standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the position and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; and fulfill other duties and responsibilities as outlined in the college faculty handbook. The assignment will include service at the Folsom Lake College main campus, Rancho Cordova Center and may include service at the El Dorado Center as well as day, evening and weekend hours.
Additional Responsibilities
-Experience as a Public Services Librarian in a community college environment or equivalent.
-Experience providing and developing library instruction in a variety of formats.
-Experience or interest in library services for distance education.
-Experience providing library outreach and marketing.
-Experience using existing and emerging technologies to enhance library services and instruction.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Have a master's degree from an accredited institution in library science, library and information science completed by August 19, 2010; OR, hold a California Community College Instructor's Credential in Library Science; OR, the equivalent. Note: Applicants applying under "the equivalent" provision must provide details and explain how their academic preparation is the equivalent of the degrees listed above.
2. Have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles.
For more information and application instructions, visit the Los Rios Community College job site.
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