Public Services Librarian

The Institution: Cosumnes River College Mission/Vision Statement: "The mission of Cosumnes River College is to provide opportunities for individuals to achieve their maximum potential and contribute to the well being of the larger community. Cosumnes River College provides an inclusive learning environment and creates dynamic opportunities for the intellectual growth of students, staff and our community. To fulfill its mission, the college provides student access, supports academic quality and rigor and promotes student success in an atmosphere of collegiality, cooperation and innovation."

Cosumnes River College and the Los Rios Community College District value the ability of staff members to work through problems together, and toward that end we are committed to an interest-based approach to problem solving.

Cosumnes River College is located in the rapidly growing south Sacramento County area and is one of the four colleges which comprise the Los Rios Community College District. Founded in 1970, the college enjoys a highly diverse student body with more than 14,500 students, and 600 members of the faculty, staff, and administration. Over sixty percent of these students come from historically underrepresented communities, with a substantial English Language Learner (ELL) population and first-generation college attendees.
Position Summary: Under the supervision of the area dean, and in collaboration with the other librarians, the Public Services Librarian shall:
. provide reference and information services to students and staff;
. provide library instruction in a variety of settings and formats;
. maintain up-to-date instruction materials for print and on-line library resources;
. select materials in subject areas for print, media, and digital collections;

Depending on interests and qualifications, the successful job candidate may be involved or take the lead in one or more of the following:
. coordinating reference desk scheduling;
. developing handouts and publicity materials;
. coordinating circulation policy and procedures;
. instructing students in credit courses;
. developing and maintaining web resources; and,
. developing and coordinating services to the Outreach Centers and Distance Education.

These assignments may be reallocated periodically. Evening and/or weekend hours may be part of the assignment. In addition, the Public Services Librarian shall serve on area, college, and district committees and assume other responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Position Summary:

Responsibilities: General Responsibilities:
The faculty member shall also be responsible for the following: library and/or teaching assignments under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; maintaining thorough and up-to-date knowledge in his/her regular specialty field; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with curriculum and articulation studies; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities as outlined in the college faculty handbook.
Additional Responsibilities: We Value:
. 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 coordinating library instruction.
. 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 or 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.
Application Instructions:
Special Requirements: To receive full consideration applicants applying to any Los Rios Community College postings are required to submit:

1. The LRCCD Faculty application.
2. Unofficial transcripts of college/university work ** ("graduate advising documents and grade reports" will not be accepted as unofficial transcripts). NOTE: Los Rios employees are also required to submit unofficial copies of transcripts.
3. Resume
4. Two letters of recommendation
5. Letter of Interest

**Note: Individuals who have completed colleges or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees and other relevant documents. A foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course work is used to meet minimum qualifications even if the foreign transcript has been accepted by a college or university in the United States.

Do not submit additional materials that are not requested.
Other/Desired Skills:
Posting Date: 03-16-2010
Closing Date: 04-26-2010
Beginning and/or Ending Dates Full-time, Tenure-track Position
Beginning on or about August 19, 2010
How and where to apply: Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions for complete information on how to apply online with our District. Application services are available between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, at the Los Rios Community College District Human Resources Office located at 1919 Spanos Court, Sacramento, CA 95825-3981. If you need assistance with any phase of the application process, please call (916) 568-3112 or come in during our business hours. Submission of applications are by midnight of the posting closing date.
Conditions: Job Offer Requirements: Offers of employment are contingent upon successful clearance from a criminal background check, freedom from tuberculosis, and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States prior to the first day of work. For permanent and adjunct faculty positions, when education is a requirement for the position, official academic transcripts from the accredited college/university must be submitted within 60 days of hire.



The District may select additional qualified candidates should unexpected vacancies or needs occur during this recruitment/selection process.



Administrative positions may be subject to the District's Conflict of Interest Code, and a financial disclosure statement is required within thirty (30) days following appointment to the position.



Contingent on funding and eligibility, successful candidates selected for an interview may be eligible to apply for partial reimbursement of travel expenses.
Work Schedule:
Job Posting Number: 0000808
Salary: $43,976 to $72,907 annually
Additional Salary Information: Entering annual salary within a given range varies, depending upon units and degrees completed at accredited colleges/universities and on verified experience. Additional earnings may be available for summer, overloads, and stipends.

Position Type: Faculty
Location: CRC (Cosumnes River College)

Department: LRCT
Total Hrs/Week:
Work Year: 164 days

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