What are the responsibilities and job description for the Houston Community College is hiring: Librarian (Public Services) - Adjunct Pool position at Houston Community College?
The Opportunity
You : Innovator. Pacesetter. Agent of change. If you're a tech savvy, process improvement-focused Student Champion with a talent for developing partnerships with communities and individuals, we're looking for you.
Highlights : We are currently seeking an exceptional individual who will advance the institution's proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.
SUMMARY
Provide library reference services and instruction to HCC students, faculty, and staff and to the general public as needed; assist with development of the library's print, media, and digital collections; serve on college and system-wide committees; assist with overall Learning Resources operations; provide circulation assistance as needed; may be required to teach a 1-hour credit Information Literacy course.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Provide reference services to HCC students, faculty, and staff, and to non-HCC patrons. Instruct faculty, staff, and students, in the use of library resources in all formats, including online / electronic databases and Internet resources.
Assume responsibility for collection development in assigned subject areas by evaluating collections and materials, serving as faculty liaison in assigned subjects, and recommending new purchases and licenses for online resources.
Develop, organize, and present formal and informal library use instruction for students, faculty and staff.
Participate in the creation of digital instructional materials, such as tutorials, research guides and videos for use online and in the classroom.
Teach one or more sections of the 1 hour LBRA course as needed Help promote library awareness and use.
Assist with the library's Web 2.0 presence on Twitter, Facebook, and other social networking sites; and their use as instructional tools.
Work with campus and faculty personnel to develop a positive working relationship.
Participate with other departments to plan and conduct programs designed to assist faculty, staff and students in the educational process.
Provide supervision, training and guidance to LRC personnel as needed.
Assist in developing reports, surveys, questionnaires, special studies and public functions.
Perform special and specific tasks which enhance and improve the total LRC / Library function.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required.
Next steps : If you always have the student experience in the forefront of your planning and execution, if you're a collaborator, an innovator and a person who gets things done, apply today!
EDUCATION
Master's degree in Library Science from an A.L.A. accredited graduate program required. (Photocopy of transcript conferring degree must accompany the application.)
EXPERIENCE
Preferred two (2) years experience in a library in a public services capacity with a broad background in library skills to include library use instruction.
Additional Information
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies :
Osvaldo Gomez, Director EEO / Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
