What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Services Librarian (Part Time) Pool position at Houston Community College?
SUMMARY
Provide library reference services and instruction to HCC students, faculty, and staff and to the general public as needed; assist with development of the library’s print, media, and digital collections; serve on college and system-wide committees; assist with overall Learning Resources operations; provide circulation assistance as needed; may be required to teach a 1-hour credit Information Literacy course.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES...include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
- Provide reference services to HCC students, faculty, and staff, and to non-HCC patrons.
- Instruct faculty, staff, and students, in the use of library resources in all formats, including online/electronic databases and Internet resources.
- Assume responsibility for collection development in assigned subject areas by evaluating collections and materials, serving as faculty liaison in assigned subjects, and recommending new purchases and licenses for online resources.
- Develop, organize, and present formal and informal library use instruction for students, faculty and staff.
- Participate in the creation of digital instructional materials, such as tutorials, research guides and videos for use online and in the classroom.
- Teach one or more sections of the 1 hour LBRA course as needed
- Help promote library awareness and use.
- Assist with the library’s Web 2.0 presence on Twitter, Facebook, and other social networking sites; and their use as instructional tools.
- Work with campus and faculty personnel to develop a positive working relationship.
- Participate with other departments to plan and conduct programs designed to assist faculty, staff and students in the educational process.
- Provide supervision, training and guidance to LRC personnel as needed.
- Assist in developing reports, surveys, questionnaires, special studies and public functions.
- Perform special and specific tasks which enhance and improve the total LRC/Library function.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION
Master’s degree in Library Science from an accredited graduate program required
Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certification(s) must accompany application
EXPERIENCE
2 years’ experience in a library in a public services capacity with a broad background in library skills to include library use instruction preferred
Specializations in Instructional Design Technology, Online Learning, Social Networking, STEM resource development and any emerging technologies preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city
- Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software are required
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
- Possess good organizational and planning skills
- Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio-economic backgrounds and students with disabilities
- Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment
- Self-disciplined and able to effectively manage others
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
- Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60 cuisines.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
- Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
- Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
- PO Box 667517
- Houston, TX 77266
- 713.718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
