Faculty Services Librarian (Full-time Tenure-Track Faculty Position)
Job Description
Posting Number
2014398FPosition Title
Faculty Services Librarian (Full-time Tenure-Track Faculty Position)Location
Skyline CollegeDepartment
Library SKY (DEPT)Position Number
2F0140Percentage of Full Time
The work year is 175 days (10 months of service).FLSA
Exempt (does not accrue overtime)Months per Year
10Salary Range
Depending on educational credentials, placement can range from $86,304 to $121,488 per year.Position Type
Faculty PositionsWho We Are
The College and the District
Who We Want
The Position
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide vision, leadership, advocacy, and focused support for the inclusion of textbook affordability solutions such as Open Educational Resources (OER) and Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) materials in all disciplines taught at the college.
- Supports development and adoption of OER and ZTC materials as a member of the ZTC team with activities that may include: delivery of workshops for faculty; one-on-one consultation to help faculty identify appropriate materials for inclusion or adaptation, navigate online systems, vet materials for copyright and fair use guidelines, and; and various outreach activities to promote OER/ZTC development and adoption on campus.
- Assists with the coordination of the Textbook Affordability Solutions programs activities which may include outreach and communication with faculty, chairs, coordinators, and other stakeholders on campus; maintaining clear records of projects-in-progress; and helping with the development of workflows and best practices.
- Develop, assess, and revise, workshops and professional development that align with a focus on equity and access related to textbook affordability solutions.
- Collaborate with discipline experts to ensure that library print and electronic resources support the curricular requirements of each department, and ensure that relevant materials complement programs, degrees, and certificates as well as individual courses and subject areas specific to Skyline College.
- Assists in the creation and maintenance of a Digital Repository/Catalog of adopted OER/ZTC materials, policies, and workflows associated with adoption.
- Assist faculty with curating, remixing, and authoring content that supports curriculum development, learning outcomes, and assessments.
- Participates in grants relevant to the program, serves on College committees as necessary to maintain and improve instructional programs, and engages in ongoing professional development activities related to the role.
- Establishes strategic partnerships with the Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning and other departments and programs by identifying outreach opportunities, developing and implementing instructional activities and services, and assessing outcomes.
- Collaborates with the Disabled Resource Center and the Online Learning program to address OER/ZTC accessibility and compliance.
- Participates in district and committee discussions related to open and affordable course content to ensure ongoing communication and collaboration with involved constituencies.
- Identify and implement new methods, including emerging technologies, for increasing student, faculty, and staff awareness of library services, collections, and textbook affordability solutions that include Open Educational Resources and Zero Textbook Cost materials.
- Stay abreast of current trends, tools, and technologies to move the textbook affordability solutions program forward.
- Maintain scheduled office and campus hours, and participate in department/division meetings and committees.
Minimum Qualifications
- Masters degree or above in library science, library and information science, OR the equivalent (see below)
- Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice both within and outside of the classroom
Equivalence to Minimum Qualifications
Degree Equivalence
The applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise or the coursework is slightly different.
Academic Background Equivalence
Related to disciplines in which a Masters Degree is not generally expected or available. The applicant must have completed at least 24 semester units of coursework in the academic field and must possess at least the equivalent level of achievement and the equivalent in breadth, depth of understanding, and rigor in each of the following:
i) a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelors or Associates Degree, and
ii) a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by course work required for the degree major.
Professional Achievement Equivalence
The applicant must have completed the General Education requirements for that degree and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The applicant must submit substantial evidence, which demonstrates that his/her preparation, teaching experience, work experience, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Extensive knowledge of open educational resources (OER), Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) and other textbook affordability strategies and initiatives
- Familiarity with copyright law, open licensing options, fair use, author rights, archiving rights, institutional repositories, scholarly publishing, and related issues
- Demonstrated knowledge of emerging technology trends related to student success, online learning, digital scholarship, and/or digital pedagogy
- Awareness of Accessibility requirements for websites and digital sources
- Familiarity with California legislation related to OERs (e.g., SB 1359, AB 798, SB 1053)
- Working knowledge of online education and experience with learning management systems
- Demonstrated experience in implementation and technical support of research resources and learning technologies such as databases, integrated library systems, discovery layers, VR, simulation equipment, etc.
- Passion and enthusiasm for the role of libraries in the community college
- Ability to self-motivate, prioritize, and effectively multi-task in a dynamic and flexible environment
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including engaging presentation skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience delivering training and other instructional services in synchronous and asynchronous modalities
- Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and services
- Experience supervising or coordinating paraprofessionals or student employees
- Demonstrated ability to write grants, manage projects, and/or coordinate events
- Demonstrated ability to assume leadership roles, developing programs, and/or engagement in participatory governance
- Perform and fulfill other related duties and responsibilities as required
Preferred Qualifications
- American Library Association (ALA) accredited Masters degree in Library Science or Library Information Science
- Experience with reference, instruction, and collection development for certificate and degree programs
- Working knowledge of OER & ZTC content, resources, applications and concepts such as intellectual property, copyright, fair use, and academic publishing practices
Faculty Benefits
Open Date
10/25/2024First Review Date
11/29/2024Open Until Filled
YesSpecial Instructions Summary
All applicants are required to submit:
2. A resume that details all relevant education, training, and teaching experience (including courses taught), and other work experience
3. Undergraduate and graduate academic transcripts (copies accepted)
- What is the role of librarians in supporting faculty with creating more equitable learning experiences for all community college students?
- What do you feel are the best strategies for helping faculty meet the needs of historically marginalized students?
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact:
SMCCCD Office of Human Resources
3401 CSM Drive, San Mateo, CA 94402
Tel.: (650) 574-6555 Fax (650) 574-6574
Email: smccdjobs@smccd.edu
Web Page: https://smccd.edu/humanresources/
Conditions of Employment
1. Submit official transcripts (applies to all faculty or educational administrative positions)
Foreign Education completed outside of the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in conventional/accredited U.S. education programs in order for it to be considered for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications. Foreign transcripts must be translated and evaluated by a U.S.-based credentials evaluation service. The District currently accepts evaluations from agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
2. Submit verifications of prior employment
3. Satisfactory references
4. Successfully being cleared for employment through the background checking process
In addition to background checks, the District may review publicly available information about a candidate on the Internet. If a candidate is aware of incorrect or inaccurate information that is available on the Internet, the candidate is welcome to address such an issue with the Office of Human Resources.
5. Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States
6. Approval of your employment by the SMCCCD Board of Trustees
7. Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis exam for initial employment.
8. Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment). Please note that the California Education Code requires, in part, that community college districts shall not employ or retain in employment persons in public school service who have been convicted of certain felonies, a misdemeanor drug charge (including alcohol offenses) or misdemeanor moral turpitude (sexual offense) crime. However, consideration may be given to those whose drug convictions occurred more than five years ago. A conviction for other crimes may not necessarily disqualify you from the job for which you may be applying.
EEO Statement
The San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ individuals who represent the rich diversity of cultures, language groups, and abilities of its surrounding communities.
Accommodations
Applicants who have disabilities may request that special accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process. Accommodation requests and a copy of the Americans with Disabilities Act applicant procedures can be made by completing our: Applicant Reasonable Accommodation Request Form
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