Librarian

El Paso Community College • El Paso, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

In support of the College's mission and objectives, the Librarian provides library research instruction and support services in accordance with the College's philosophy and objectives. In-person work on campus is an essential function. The position provides instruction in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and blended learning settings and supports access to library resources through research guides, instructional aids, faculty collaboration, and liaison work. The role contributes to College governance, departmental and divisional responsibilities, professional development, and community relationships. This is an anticipated, tenure-track faculty opening with annual academic-year employment contracts leading toward tenure consideration during the fifth year of employment. The librarian must be available to work evenings and weekends. The position is security-sensitive and requires a criminal background check. Applicants must submit transcripts reflecting completed coursework and conferred degrees with their application.

Requirements

• A qualifying master's degree in library science or a related field from an American Library Association-accredited program: MLIS, MLS, Master of Arts with 18 graduate hours in Library Science, Master of Librarianship, MLIS (Library and Information Studies), or Master of Science with 18 graduate hours in Library Science.
• Submit a transcript reflecting the required completed coursework and conferred degree; applicants must be fully qualified at the time of application.
• Experience as a professional librarian.
• Experience or ability to perform as a professional librarian in a community college setting.
• Experience or ability to incorporate technology into the library.
• Strong working knowledge of LibGuides and course management systems such as Blackboard.
• Effective library instruction and reference skills, with demonstrated knowledge and use of academic electronic and print resources in face-to-face and virtual settings.
• Experience or ability creating online instructional materials such as videos and tutorials.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to satisfy the security-sensitive position background-check requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience providing access to electronic resources such as databases, e-books, and discovery systems.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), curriculum mapping, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and active learning strategies.
• Knowledge of generative AI tools, how to teach students how AI systems function, and how to address academic integrity, bias, and responsible use.
• Proven collaboration skills to improve workflows and user access to library resources.
• A letter of application, resume, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents are optional but highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and individual instruction in library research skills to students and the College community in face-to-face, hybrid, online, or blended learning settings.
• Assist with selecting library materials for the district in consultation with faculty, Deans, and other College staff.
• Develop and use library research guides and supplemental instructional aids to facilitate use of library resources.
• Maintain records in the assigned area of responsibility as needed by the College library.
• Post and maintain library duty and office hours according to instructional guidelines.
• Arrange for students to evaluate instruction and/or orientation and submit evaluations to the designated office.
• Contribute to College governance through committee service and participation in meetings.
• Participate in faculty orientation sessions and professional development seminars and activities.
• Maintain professional awareness and growth.
• Liaise with faculty to provide information about library services, materials, and procedures.
• Maintain liaison with local institutions and organizations.
• Participate in divisional and departmental responsibilities, including proposing programs and projects and exhibiting leadership in their implementation.
• Serve effectively and in a timely manner on committees, collaborating with faculty to accomplish department, division, and College goals.
• Attend scheduled library and division activities during the academic year, except when they conflict with regularly scheduled teaching assignments or an activity approved by the Dean.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the position as assigned or directed.

Benefits

• Out-of-town candidates invited for an on-campus interview will be reimbursed for one-half of transportation costs for travel within the United States.
• The College will arrange and pay for up to two nights of lodging for out-of-town candidates invited for an on-campus interview.

What This Job Offers

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