Online Learning Librarian (2026)
About The Position
Desirable Qualifications We are most interested in finding the best candidate and encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every one of the desirable qualifications listed below. Minimum Qualifications To be eligible for this position, you must meet and provide evidence of the following minimum qualifications: 1. Master’s degree in library science or in library and information science; OR 2. Master’s degree in library and information studies (approved comparable degree major at MiraCosta College); OR 3. the equivalent. Applicants who do not possess the EXACT degree major(s) required to meet the minimum qualifications must attach an equivalency narrative and supporting documentation at the time of application. Instructions can be found at https://www.miracosta.edu/governance/equivalency-committee/_docs/equivalency-instructions.pdf ; OR 4. a fully satisfied, lifetime California Community College credential authorizing instruction/service in the appropriate subject matter; AND 5. demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in library science or in library and information science; OR
- Master’s degree in library and information studies (approved comparable degree major at MiraCosta College); OR
- the equivalent.
- a fully satisfied, lifetime California Community College credential authorizing instruction/service in the appropriate subject matter;
- demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.
Nice To Haves
- Experience providing successful equity-centered library services and instruction to disproportionately impacted college or university students.
- Demonstrated leadership in designing, implementing, and assessing online learning materials (e.g. learning objects, videos, guides, modules) for information literacy instruction.
- Current experience providing academic reference services and instruction in the use of print and online resources.
- Successful experience teaching information literacy, including credit courses, orientations, and workshops.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively.
- Commitment to examine, reflect, and modify library services and instruction practices to more effectively engage and support disproportionately impacted student populations with a goal of closing equity gaps (see Student Equity website at https://www.miracosta.edu/student-services/student-equity/index.html ).
- Ability to contribute to the mission of the college.
