Librarian, Faculty

About the Role

Austin Community College seeks a Librarian to provide information literacy/library instruction, research and reference services to students.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of reference services, information literacy instruction and library instruction, and design of curriculum.
• Participates in the development and delivery of the Library Services (LS) information literacy instruction and library instructional program.
• Maintains materials collection, subject bibliography, and integration of relevant LS activities with instructional departments of the College.
• Serves on and participate in LS and college-wide committees and meetings.
• Participates in Library Services budget planning and the formulation of goals, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains records and statistical data on LS functions and services as appropriate.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Head Librarian, Dean, and/or Associate Vice Chancellor.

Technology Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom.
• Demonstrated proficiency using an online learning management system such as Blackboard to develop and build course content and perform administrative duties (posting office hours, syllabi, etc.).

Professional Standards

• Appropriate use of the college's learning management system.
• Participate in graduation, general assembly, and other official college functions.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve student retention and success.
• Attend and participate in collegewide, campus, department, or other activities and meetings.
• Recognize and reflect standards of civility and collegiality in all interactions.
• Comply with published college policies and procedures and meet professional standards for teaching in a community college.

Required Education

Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution.

Other Requirements

Reliable transportation for travel in the Austin area - ACC District as required.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate

• Ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.
• A commitment to establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and staff representing multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Dynamic, non-traditional instructional delivery methods to teach students of widely varying levels of proficiency and from various backgrounds and abilities.
• Appropriate and up-to-date knowledge of the discipline and subject matter.
• Experience using technology as an instructional aide where appropriate to enhance learning.
• Documented experience with active and applied teaching and learning methodologies.
• A strong commitment to teaching in a community college setting, including teaching practices that reflect an understanding of the multicultural classroom and the benefits of cultural awareness and sensitivity in the classroom and the workplace.
• Commitment to a culture of care for all.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students with a wide range of skills and backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with varied populations from the local community as well as students, staff, faculty, and administration.
• Strength in communication media, both verbal and written, as well as listening.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to maintain an established schedule, including evenings and weekends, including possible multiple campus locations that may vary by semester.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of student information.
• Understanding of what it means to teach in a community college environment that serves often underprepared and underserved students.

Application Requirements

Upload the following documents to your application: Unofficial/copy of transcripts, Updated Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) or Résumé, Cover letter - explaining interest in the position.

Request Official Electronic Transcripts To Be Sent Directly From The Institution To Hrtranscripts@austincc.edu. This Email Address Must Be Entered As The Recipient. Please Do Not Select "Austin Community College" From a Menu. It Will Not Be Received By ACC Human Resources. If You Need Assistance, Please Contact Your University's Registrar's Office. If Official Electronic Transcripts Are Not An Option, a Hardcopy Can Be Mailed To The Following Address: ACC Human Resources Attn: Prisca M. Baker 6101 Highland Campus Dr., Bldg 3000, Suite 3.2224 Austin, TX 78752. Photocopies of transcripts or transcripts stamped "issued to student" are not accepted.

Working Conditions

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff.
• Work is routinely performed in a library setting.
• Able to push a fully loaded book cart (50lbs), and place and remove books from shelves.
• Occasional lifting of 30 pounds of books in a book carton or book bag.
• Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling, and manual dexterity.
• Work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

Salary

$74,047 - $110,395 (Based on a 10.5-month Contract to start Spring)