Librarian (FT)

Position Summary

Librarian

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 Master’s degree with eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in the field of Library Science from a regionally accredited institution,
• A minimum of two years’ experience in an automated library,
• Effective oral and written communication skills,
• Proficient computer skills,

• A minimum of two years’ experience in an automated library required, preferably at the junior college, technical college, or public library level,
• 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:

• WCCS application,
• 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.