Learning Commons Librarian

Dallas College • Mountain View, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Commons Librarian provides high-quality library public services, including instruction, reference, and collection management, to a diverse community in support of the College’s curriculum and mission. The role helps students locate learning materials, resources, and equipment; responds to information requests; and connects patrons with appropriate service areas. It supports student success through collaboration with College stakeholders and a strong commitment to accurate, high-quality customer service.

The librarian develops and assesses information-literacy instruction in multiple settings, supports faculty in integrating library research into courses, answers reference questions, and helps patrons access information on campus and online. The position also maintains library guides and service areas, assists with work-study student supervision and training, contributes to library programs and outreach, and participates in professional development. The position is on-site and requires regular, predictable attendance; some roles may be eligible to apply for a hybrid arrangement after six months, subject to approval and policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor'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 in person or online, including on the fly.
• Experience with automated library systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in database searching and information retrieval.
• Working knowledge of new and emerging technologies and familiarity with their impact on higher education.
• Ability to provide first-level Learning Commons service support, including helping students locate learning materials, resources, and equipment.
• Ability to respond to requests for general information with a commitment to customer satisfaction, quality, and accuracy, and to make appropriate referrals.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and constituents in the Dallas College community.
• Ability to prepare periodic reports as necessary or requested.
• Strong commitment to customer service.
• Proficient interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced, changing work environment.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and prioritize work.
• Official transcript required.
• Subject to a criminal background check; some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.
• Regular and predictable attendance required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual or multilingual ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, teach, and assess information-literacy instruction in various environments and College locations, including class visits and in-person and online presentations.
• Participate in planning and conducting student and/or faculty orientations.
• Assist faculty with integrating library research and information-retrieval skills into courses, both face-to-face and in the course management system.
• Answer reference questions, conduct reference interviews, and maintain a reference desk schedule.
• Assist students, faculty, staff, and guests in identifying, locating, and accessing information on campus and online.
• Work as part of a team to provide excellent customer service.
• Design, maintain, and update research tools, digital resources, and database guides in print and online, including guides on database navigation, style and format, subjects and courses, copyright, and plagiarism.
• Assist in supervising and training work-study students employed at the library.
• Carry out special projects promoting the library and its resources.
• Assist with planning and implementing programs and public-relations activities.
• Participate in professional development and maintain current awareness in the field.
• Maintain the Reference and Circulation areas.
• Prepare periodic reports as necessary or requested.
• Complete required Dallas College professional-development training hours per academic year.
• Perform other related tasks as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time