What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian position at Carrington College?
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Description
Summary: The Librarian is responsible for the coordination, planning, budget administration, and execution of library efforts
for Carrington College. This position requires a high degree of autonomy, organizational skill, and attention to
detail to apply extensive and specialized knowledge of library processes, procedures, and practices across the
institution. The incumbent will collaborate with varied constituencies to ensure optimal delivery of library
resources, including participation in training of staff, college governance and committees.
Compensation: The starting pay range for this position is $60,000-$80,200/annually.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:
Core Competencies
Integrity and Ethics - Demonstrates personal integrity; serves as a positive example of why others should trust the
motives of the organization; views self as a reflection of the organization by following through on commitments
and accepting ownership of mistakes; treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others
and upholds organizational values.
Professionalism – Approaches other in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect
and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follow through on
commitments.
Adaptability – Responds to change with a willingness and ability to learn new ways of working. Adapts approach
and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
Organization Support – Supports the organization's goals and values. Is keenly aware of the time frame in which
tasks or projects needs to be done; accepts and mirrors the level of urgency conveyed by the manager or
customer being served; puts priority on the needs of the organization or the needs of its customers. Fosters
collaboration and teamwork across the Institution.
Communication – Develops and delivers communication that conveys a clear understanding of the unique needs
of different audiences. Listens to others and allows them to make their point.
Job Competencies
Student Success Focus - Personally, demonstrates that students and employers are a high priority; identifies
student needs and expectations and responds to them in a timely and effective manner; anticipates and prevents
delays or other things that can adversely affect the student; keeps student informed about progress.
Manages Multiple Priorities – Handles multiple assignments and priorities yet still fulfills all commitments; readily
accepts new responsibilities and adapts well to changes in procedures; gives appropriate priorities to various work
demands.
Training & Development – Ensures staff members get receive orientation, training, and development opportunities
to maximize success in their assignments; views training and development as an investment in employees and
uses mentoring, cross-functional assignments, job rotation or other on-the-job learning opportunities to enhance
the depth and breadth of skills and experience; encourages self-development opportunities.
Project Management - Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress;
completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Education and/or Experience – A Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution,
or its equivalent, is required. A minimum of one year professional library experience is preferred. Must possess
a strong knowledge of cataloguing rules and Library of Congress classification system; must be able to convert library
cataloguing into electronic records. Familiarity with Libguides.
Language Skills – Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals, and technical procedures.
Mathematical Skills – Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole
numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Reasoning Ability – Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or
oral instructions, ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a working knowledge of a widerange
of computer software commonly used in library/business settings (word processing, spreadsheets, databases,
and presentation software).
Presentation Skills – must possess excellent group presentation skills in order to manage meetings, present library
issues, and deliver lectures; must demonstrate effective speaking skills with a variety of people, including
students, staff, faculty, colleagues, vendors, and the like.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
Individuals With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;
reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee
is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10
pounds, frequently lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
Enable Individuals With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
All qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. To ensure the safety and integrity of our operations, it is imperative that a review of all applicants' criminal history is conducted. Failure to do so poses a significant risk to the Employer, potentially compromising both business operations and the organization's reputation.
As part of our standard hiring process, all candidates offered a position at San Joaquin Valley College Inc. will undergo a thorough background screening. This includes education verification, county and national criminal background checks, a motor vehicle report, and social security number trace/verification along with an address history search. Depending on the specific position, additional requirements may apply, such as drug testing, a Fraud and Abuse Control Information System check, and verification for access to the National Student Loan Database System.
Description
Summary: The Librarian is responsible for the coordination, planning, budget administration, and execution of library efforts
for Carrington College. This position requires a high degree of autonomy, organizational skill, and attention to
detail to apply extensive and specialized knowledge of library processes, procedures, and practices across the
institution. The incumbent will collaborate with varied constituencies to ensure optimal delivery of library
resources, including participation in training of staff, college governance and committees.
Compensation: The starting pay range for this position is $60,000-$80,200/annually.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Develops and implements initiatives and action plans to increase and improve Library and learning resources and services; evaluates effectiveness and revises as needed
- Collaborates to oversee revisions to library policy for all stakeholders
- Coordinates and supervises all aspects of the library budget and acquisitions process, including preparation of necessary forms, renewal of periodicals and other subscriptions, and communication with campuses and other Carrington personnel.
- Working with the Director of Instruction, Director of Finance, and other individuals, oversee purchase and renewal of all Library materials.
- Acquire or enhance access to new/current resources to create a collection to support the curriculum, including free and fee resources.
- As needed, revise and update Library web page to ensure a dynamic, effective, and useful Library website by reorganizing and adding/updating content and visuals.
- Communicate Vendor upgrades as needed.
- As needed, revise and enhance the Start Your Research Here! page for students and faculty to support and encourage Information Literacy.
- Schedule and chair Library Committee meetings with the Library Committee members, revise, update, and enhance the Library Guides for Programs to help students access appropriate resources.
- Collect and summarize Library metrics on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis.
- Provide library orientation sessions as part of the Onboarding process.
- Participate in Program Reviews to ensure Library resources support the curriculum.
Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:
Core Competencies
Integrity and Ethics - Demonstrates personal integrity; serves as a positive example of why others should trust the
motives of the organization; views self as a reflection of the organization by following through on commitments
and accepting ownership of mistakes; treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others
and upholds organizational values.
Professionalism – Approaches other in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect
and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follow through on
commitments.
Adaptability – Responds to change with a willingness and ability to learn new ways of working. Adapts approach
and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
Organization Support – Supports the organization's goals and values. Is keenly aware of the time frame in which
tasks or projects needs to be done; accepts and mirrors the level of urgency conveyed by the manager or
customer being served; puts priority on the needs of the organization or the needs of its customers. Fosters
collaboration and teamwork across the Institution.
Communication – Develops and delivers communication that conveys a clear understanding of the unique needs
of different audiences. Listens to others and allows them to make their point.
Job Competencies
Student Success Focus - Personally, demonstrates that students and employers are a high priority; identifies
student needs and expectations and responds to them in a timely and effective manner; anticipates and prevents
delays or other things that can adversely affect the student; keeps student informed about progress.
Manages Multiple Priorities – Handles multiple assignments and priorities yet still fulfills all commitments; readily
accepts new responsibilities and adapts well to changes in procedures; gives appropriate priorities to various work
demands.
Training & Development – Ensures staff members get receive orientation, training, and development opportunities
to maximize success in their assignments; views training and development as an investment in employees and
uses mentoring, cross-functional assignments, job rotation or other on-the-job learning opportunities to enhance
the depth and breadth of skills and experience; encourages self-development opportunities.
Project Management - Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress;
completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Education and/or Experience – A Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution,
or its equivalent, is required. A minimum of one year professional library experience is preferred. Must possess
a strong knowledge of cataloguing rules and Library of Congress classification system; must be able to convert library
cataloguing into electronic records. Familiarity with Libguides.
Language Skills – Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals, and technical procedures.
Mathematical Skills – Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole
numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Reasoning Ability – Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or
oral instructions, ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a working knowledge of a widerange
of computer software commonly used in library/business settings (word processing, spreadsheets, databases,
and presentation software).
Presentation Skills – must possess excellent group presentation skills in order to manage meetings, present library
issues, and deliver lectures; must demonstrate effective speaking skills with a variety of people, including
students, staff, faculty, colleagues, vendors, and the like.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
Individuals With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;
reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee
is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10
pounds, frequently lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
Enable Individuals With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
All qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. To ensure the safety and integrity of our operations, it is imperative that a review of all applicants' criminal history is conducted. Failure to do so poses a significant risk to the Employer, potentially compromising both business operations and the organization's reputation.
As part of our standard hiring process, all candidates offered a position at San Joaquin Valley College Inc. will undergo a thorough background screening. This includes education verification, county and national criminal background checks, a motor vehicle report, and social security number trace/verification along with an address history search. Depending on the specific position, additional requirements may apply, such as drug testing, a Fraud and Abuse Control Information System check, and verification for access to the National Student Loan Database System.
Salary : $60,000 - $80,200