What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian, Alternative Education Job at Orange County Department of Education in position at Orange County Department of Education?
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County's most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students.
In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment.
OCDE's vision is that "Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success." Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) is seeking a dedicated and resourceful Librarian to oversee the daily operations of the library at the Orange County Juvenile Hall. This vital role includes managing a wide variety of library materials, supporting educational programs, and providing specialized resources for students in the ACCESS programs. As part of the Alternative Education Services Division, you will play a key role in fostering a love for learning and reading among students, contributing to their academic and personal growth.
This position emphasizes collaboration, leadership, and innovation. You will work closely with students, educators, and community partners to promote literacy, maintain an organized and accessible library, and provide specialized support to meet the unique needs of incarcerated youth.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience : Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be :
- Equivalent to a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Library Science or a closely related field.
- Five (5) years of responsible educational experience.
Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements :
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application.
1. Describe your experience managing a library in an educational setting, including how you have supported curriculum alignment, literacy development, and student engagement.
2. The role of Librarian at the Orange County Juvenile Hall requires working with at-promise and incarcerated youth. What strategies would you use to create an inclusive and supportive library environment for these students?
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. These tests will be arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual's identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his / her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
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