Librarian

York County Community College (YCCC), a dynamic institution with a proud 30-year history of transforming lives and communities throughout York County, Maine, is seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as the Librarian. This pivotal role will enhance the educational experience for students and faculty by providing expert guidance in research methodologies, citation practices, and overall library operations.

At YCCC, our mission is to develop an educated, skilled, and adaptable workforce that drives socioeconomic mobility for our students and creates economic and civic prosperity for our communities. We view all learning as valuable and critical to workforce development, and we consider all learners to be students, regardless of whether they are enrolled in credit or non-credit programs. The Librarian will play a vital role in promoting information literacy, fostering innovative teaching practices, and supporting student and academic success in alignment with this mission.

The ideal candidate will be a dynamic, forward-thinking individual with a passion for academic excellence, equitable access to resources, and innovative solutions. They will be responsible for managing library operations, collaborating with faculty to integrate library services into academic programs, and empowering students with the tools and skills needed to excel in their educational journey.

If you are a dedicated professional ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and the YCCC community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reference:

• Provide one-on-one and group consultations to students and faculty on research strategies, including topic selection, source evaluation, and citation formatting.
• Develop and deliver workshops and instructional sessions on research skills and citation management tools (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago) both in and out of classroom.
• Assist students, staff, and faculty in research skills to formulate effective search strategies

Circulation and Technical Processing:

• Manages Interlibrary Loan (ILL) including establishing protocols, initializing and fulfilling requests, maintaining ILL database, and problems.
• Check-in and out materials, renewals, and basic cataloging functions.

Information Literacy Instruction:

• Design and implement information literacy programs that empower students to locate, evaluate, and ethically use information.
• Create online tutorials, guides, and resources to support students' research needs and OER utilization.

Collection Development:

• Participate in the selection and acquisition of library materials, with an emphasis on Open Educational Resources (OER) and digital resources that support diverse learning needs.
• Stay informed about emerging trends in library science, OER, and educational technology to continually enhance library offerings.
• Collaborate with faculty to identify, curate, and integrate OER materials into course curricula, ensuring alignment with learning outcomes.
• Promote awareness of OER benefits among faculty and students through presentations, training sessions, and informational materials.

Collaboration and Outreach:

• Work closely with faculty, instructional designers, and academic support units to support cross-disciplinary initiatives and enhance student learning.
• Engage in outreach efforts to promote library services, workshops, and OER initiatives to students and faculty.

Assessment and Evaluation:

• Collect and analyze data on library usage, research consultations, and OER effectiveness to inform continuous improvement efforts.
• Prepare reports and presentations on the impact of library services on student success and engagement.

Additional Duties:

• Develop and participate in professional development activities and stay current with developments in library science and educational technology.
• Assist with general library operations, including circulation, reference services, and community engagement initiatives.
• Ensure that the library operates with an understanding of broad national perspectives and trends in library science and information literacy and engages in assessment informed by this content.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary: $50,720.01 in accordance with level 2, step I of the salary schedule within the agreement between the MCCS Trustees and the MEA Administrators Unit, with a comprehensive benefits package available

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