Alabama Community College System is hiring: Librarian (FT) in Selma

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Selma, AL

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 05149

College / Division : WCCS-406010-Libraries

Opening Date : 09 / 04 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Campus Location : Wallace Community College Selma

Position Summary

Librarian

Salary Schedule Placement : Commensurate with education and experience according to Alabama Community College System Salary Schedule D-1.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

In addition to adhering to the general guidelines as specified by the Faculty / Staff Handbook, the Dean of Instruction, the President, and Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees; responsibilities include the following :

• Responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the library system, including formulation and recommendation of organizational strategies, objectives, policies, and programs in support of the mission of the library and the college.

Supervise and coordinate library operations and functions to insure optimum use for student and staff.

Responsible for the development of an appropriate library instruction program.

Assist in the evaluation of library services, materials, and personnel.

Prepare budget and control expenditures.

Develop and administrate survey to evaluate the effectiveness library services and resources regularly and make recommendations to the Dean of Instruction based on data outcomes of those evaluations.

Responsible for the preparation and submission of appropriate reports and documents.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and administration.

Manage and supervise library support staff.

Supervise the use and maintenance of equipment assigned to the library.

Investigate new trends in library programs and facilitate the use of new techniques, materials, and equipment for the improvement of the library.

Work collaboratively with various departments across the campus and develop accreditation reports to ensure that the College's Library resources meet the accrediting standards of all agencies that accredit the institution's educational programs.

Teach LBSIOI Introduction to Library Use, as needed.

Serve on various local and system level committees as identified by the Dean of Instruction and / or the President.

Promote a student-friendly environment.

Work well with others and show respect to all college constituents.

Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Dean of Instruction or the President.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

A minimum of two years' experience in an automated library,

Effective oral and written communication skills,

Proficient computer skills,

Preferred Qualifications :

An understanding of and a commitment to the philosophy and mission of the two-year Alabama Community College System,

Ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a professional manner.

Classroom teaching experience.

Application Procedures / Additional Information

WCCS is an equal opportunity employer and enrolled in E-Verify. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, handicap, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. WCCS will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. WCCS reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Applications must be completed online using our online process. Human Resources' contact information is as follows :

Human Resources Department

Wallace Community College Selma

3000 Earl Goodwin Parkway

P. O. Box 2530

Selma, AL 36702-2530

Phone : (334) 876-9319, 876-9338

Fax : (334) 876-9334

Website :

A complete application package consists of :

A resume,

A copy of transcript(s) verifying required degree. Please print name as listed on transcript, if different from last name listed on application.

Work experience verification in writing from your current and / or previous employer(s) confirming the required level of experience as stated in the "Required Qualifications" section. Verification should be printed on company letterhead and must include dates of employment, position title(s), and duties performed. A work verification from either your current or previous employer must be provided. Remember that the work experience verification completion is your responsibility.

Please Note : If you are applying for more than one position, please submit a separate, complete application. In the event the position is reposted, a new application packet must be submitted.

Application Deadline

All application information must be received by 12 : 00 P.M. on the closing date. Final applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will not be considered. A complete application package is the responsibility of the applicant.

Note : In accordance with Alabama Community College System policies and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

WCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is enrolled in E-Verify.

Sick Leave

All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.

7 hours per month

may accumulate an unlimited number)

Annual Leave

Not applicable

off between terms)

Personal Leave

All regular full-time instructional staff earns up to five (5) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.

Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.

converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)

Professional Leave

Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King / Robert E. Lee Birthday

National Memorial Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

15 (5 locally assigned)

Retirement

The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.

Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10 / 01 / 24)

Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10 / 01 / 24)

Law Enforcement Officers :

Tier I -Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10 / 01 / 24)

Tier II - Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10 / 01 / 24)

Health Insurance

PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit

Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207

Employee Spouse (no dependents) $ 282

Family (with Spouse and dependents

Tobacco Usage Premium

Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and / or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.

Wellness Premium

Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and / or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.

If desired, employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.

Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10 / 01 / 18).

Duty Hours

Hours vary by campus and instructional needs )

Tuition Assistance

This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees / Dependents at two-year colleges :

1 / 3 waived after 1st year

2 / 3 waived after 2nd year

3 / 3 waived after 3rd year

Note : Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at

A resume, college transcript(s), AND job verification letters are required as attachments to an application. Have you submitted these documents?

Required Question

Salary : $100 - $800