Instruction and Learning Commons Librarian

Colorado Mountain College-Glenwood Springs • Dillon, CO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Library Services, the Instruction & Learning Commons Librarian provides collegewide instructional and reference services in both in-person and virtual environments. The librarian designs and delivers information literacy instruction, offers research consultations, and provides responsive reference support for students, faculty, and staff. The position also coordinates and supports Learning Commons services for Summit Campus (Breckenridge & Dillon) developing programs and partnerships that connect students with academic support and wraparound services. Working collaboratively across the college and with community partners, the librarian advances student learning, equitable access to information, and student success. This position works under the direction of a designated campus administrator and serves as a lead to other team members, potentially supervising workstudy students, support staff, or program related staff. The role requires the employee to be a resident of the State of Colorado and perform all work duties within the state. Colorado Mountain College is a comprehensive, public, open-access, Dual Mission, Hispanic Serving Institution offering a wide range of academic programs and is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Library Science, or related degree, and three years related experience or equivalent education and experience OR a Bachelor’s Degree and five years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the functions of the position.
• Proficiency in information literacy principles, teaching methodologies (library instruction), online information sources and reference and research, and interlibrary loan practices.
• Exceptional organizational, writing, communication, and managerial skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, working within deadlines and budgets.
• Ability to professionally represent the college with internal and external constituents.
• Ability to identify and work with volunteers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively work with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds and positions.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational abilities, and the capacity to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
• Successful completion of a background check including motor vehicles records report.
• Adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College.
• Must be a resident of the State of Colorado and perform all work duties within the state.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Professional experience in an academic setting.
• Experience with learning services such as librarianship, professional tutoring, peer tutoring, and peer mentorship.
• Excitement and enthusiasm for the Library & Learning Commons model.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide instruction sessions and reference services in face-to-face and online environments, including teaching information literacy and research skills to classes and groups.
• Plan, coordinate, and promote learning services and activities to support and engage students, faculty, and staff at the assigned campus(es).
• Report dually to the Associate Dean of Library Services and designated campus vice-president or designee and supervise student employees and volunteers as assigned.
• Coordinate with other college staff and faculty to ensure tutoring services and research assistance support student needs at the designated campus(es) and CMC’s Institutional Learning Outcomes (ISLOs).
• Promote library services and resources, including research databases, library materials, and library learning commons events.
• Support campus events, participate in collegewide committees, and contribute to college initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Pet insurance
• Retirement contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Annual & sick time
• Mental health resources
• Healthy lifestyle benefits
• Affordable transitional housing may be available to the successful candidate based on eligibility and availability
• Relocation if applicable

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level