Tenure Track Faculty, Librarian

Department: Learning Commons

Location: College-Wide (based at Western Campus)

Reports To: Asst Dean, Learning Commons

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID: req7439

Employment Type: Full-Time Faculty

Union Position: Union

Work Schedule: Standard College Hours: M-F, 8:30am-5pm

Number of Openings: 1

Job Description:

Description:

Provide high-quality delivery of a broad range of library services, including instruction, reference, and collection management, to a diverse community of users in support of the College’s curriculum and mission.

• Prepares and delivers lectures to students on various topics in relation to a specific discipline
• Evaluates and grades students’ class work, laboratory work, assignments and papers
• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts
• Keeps abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, speaking with colleagues and participating in professional conferences
• Maintains student attendance records, grades and other required records
• Initiates, facilitates and moderates classroom discussions
• As needed, advises students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues
• Plans, evaluates and revises curricula, course content and course materials and methods of instruction
• Compiles, administers and grades examinations
• Collaborates with colleagues to address teaching and research issues
• Maintains regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students
• Selects and obtains materials and supplies such as textbooks and laboratory equipment
• Serves on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, department matters and academic issues
• Participates in campus and community events
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA program
• Strong commitment to information literacy instruction, and demonstrated aptitude for teaching in multiple formats
• Ability to provide individual research assistance and instruction on the fly, in person, or online
• Experience with automated library systems
• Demonstrated expertise in database searching and information retrieval
• Evidence of ability to teach students, faculty, and staff to use current and emerging information tools, such as generative AI, in ethical, critical, and context-appropriate ways, in alignment with core academic librarianship values and best practices
• Familiarity with current trends and issues in information literacy training and critical thinking skills training
• Teaching experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for students
• Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills
• Logic and reasoning skills to identify solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated teaching experience of an information literacy course
• Experience in providing library services in a dynamic and diverse multi-campus community college, public library, or university environment
• Being a successful advocate for new initiatives in library services
• Ability to build strategic alliances both within and across disciplines, and within and outside the College
• Familiarity with Sierra, Blackboard, Banner, LibGuides and/or similar products
• Ability to adapt to and master new software and emerging technology
• Community college teaching experience
  
  

This is a full-time tenure track faculty opportunity. The selected faculty member hired for this position could teach at any one of the College's campuses or sites.

Review of applications will begin on October 26, 2026.

The following documents must be attached to your on-line employment application:

Current resume, cover letter, a one-page statement explaining how you promote student learning and achievement, scanned copies of your transcript (original, unofficial, or photocopy) for the required degree and copies of current required licenses/certifications. Please indicate your current name on the transcript if it differs from the name on the transcript. Applicants selected for an interview must provide official transcripts for the required degree at the time of interview. Please note that the required degree must be conferred/completed prior to submission of your application.

Please DO NOT include other transcripts or documents that are not requested, such as letters of reference or past evaluations. Only the transcript and required licenses/certifications will be forwarded to the search committee. No faxed transcripts, licenses, or certifications will be accepted.

Total Compensation & Benefits:

Target Hiring Rate/Salary: $58,165 with B.A. plus 30 semester hours (45 quarter credits) or M.A. degree; Education less than or more than stated will affect minimum salary. This salary reflects a nine (9) month contract period. Faculty can work during summer sessions to earn additional wages.

This offer includes a comprehensive and flexible benefits package comprised of paid time off, affordable medical/dental/vision plan coverage, disability benefits, life/accidental/critical illness insurance, State Teachers Retirement System and other retirement plan options. Coverage for dependents, spouses and domestic partners is also available.

Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure .

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.