Librarian (Temporary) - Capital Community College, Hartford
Level: Community College Professional level 18, 12-month, special appointment (Temporary)
Hours: Full-time 35 hours per week
Job Posting: CCC 21-09 PC#: 00049501
Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm (EST) on Friday, October 22, 2021
Location: Capital Community College, 950 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Anticipated Start Date: November 2021
Position Summary:
The Librarian performs a broad range of professional responsibilities
of librarianship in the library or learning resource center of a
Community College providing library services to students, faculty, and
citizens of the communities served by the College including teaching
students and faculty in the use of such library resources as on-line
access to information, bibliographic search, access to print materials
and methods of research for academic course materials. In addition, the
library relies to an increasing extent on computer-based information
technology. Therefore, the Librarian may be assigned to provide
professional information technology services.
Incumbents must
possess the proven ability to effectively work with a culturally,
linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and student. They
are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills
along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
Minimum Qualifications:
An ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library Science or appropriately
related discipline with one (1) year of related experience; or a
combination of education, training, and experience which would lead to
the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s
essential duties.
Successful Candidate must have or must possess:
Experience instructing, and advising patrons on, bibliographic and
reference research. Experience providing computer-based technical
support. Experience providing instruction in the effective use of
library resources in higher education. Experience leading and training
support staff.
Substitutions Allowed: Applicants who do not
meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in
writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them
for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate
references. Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for
compelling reasons.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience
teaching online information literacy instruction sessions. Experience
with video and tutorial creation tools and software. Experience in an
academic setting providing direct service to students and faculty.
Example of Job Duties:
Under the Director of Library Services, the Librarian is responsible
for providing useful and helpful support to the learning mission of the
College through effective performance in these essential areas:
Providing useful and effective assistance to patrons (students, faculty,
public) to contribute to the learning mission of the College; applying
professional knowledge in organizing, selecting and acquiring library
materials to ensure their ready accessibility and appropriateness to
patrons; providing computer-based technical support for the library;
instructing and training students and faculty in how to make effective
use of library resources; efficient lending and responsible recovery of
library materials and for the efficient exchange of materials through
interlibrary loans by performing and overseeing circulation and lending
services; and contributing to the effective management of the library by
assisting the Library Director in the Library’s management.
In
addition to the accountabilities listed above, the incumbent is required
to carry out the essential duties of Attendance and participation at
convocation and commencement ceremonies; Service on assigned committees
and task forces; Attendance and participation at committee, staff,
informational and professional meetings. These may involve attendance at
evening or weekend events.
This posting includes
qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full
specifications stated in the job description.
Starting Salary: $67,587 approximate annual plus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits.
Application Instructions: Submit a cover letter, resume, and a copy of your Official College Transcripts via this link.
Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will
not be considered and links to other sources to view resumes are not
acceptable.
All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof
of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the
Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a
background check. CSCU is committed to providing a safe campus
community. Background investigations include reference checks, a
criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, a financial
(credit) report or driving history check.
Continuing Notice of
Nondiscrimination: CSCU does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression,
national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of
mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran
status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. CSCU
IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F
