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HCC is hiring: Public Services Librarian (Part Time)- Adjunct Pool in Houston

HCC, Houston, TX, US, 77299

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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):
  1. Provide reference services to HCC students, faculty, and staff, and to non-HCC patrons.
  2. Instruct faculty, staff, and students, in the use of library resources in all formats, including online/electronic databases and Internet resources.
  3. 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.
  4. Develop, organize, and present formal and informal library use instruction for students, faculty and staff.
  5. Participate in the creation of digital instructional materials, such as tutorials, research guides and videos for use online and in the classroom.
  6. Teach one or more sections of the 1 hour LBRA course as needed
  7. Help promote library awareness and use.
  8. Assist with the library's Web 2.0 presence on Twitter, Facebook, and other social networking sites; and their use as instructional tools.
  9. Work with campus and faculty personnel to develop a positive working relationship.
  10. Participate with other departments to plan and conduct programs designed to assist faculty, staff and students in the educational process.
  11. Provide supervision, training and guidance to LRC personnel as needed.
  12. Assist in developing reports, surveys, questionnaires, special studies and public functions.
  13. 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
  1. Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city
  2. Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software are required
  3. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
  4. Possess good organizational and planning skills
  5. Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio-economic backgrounds and students with disabilities
  6. Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment
  7. 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.

The Organization
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.
If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

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
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565. In Summary: 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 job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities . En Español: SUMARYProvide servicios de referencia e instrucción para estudiantes, profesores y personal del HCC y al público en general según sea necesario; ayudar con el desarrollo de las colecciones impresas, mediáticas y digitales de la biblioteca; servir en comités universitarios y de todo el sistema; asistir con las operaciones generales de Recursos de Aprendizaje; proporcionar asistencia a la circulación cuando sea necesario. Puede ser requerido enseñar un curso de alfabetización informativa de 1 hora de crédito.DUTICIOS ESENTIALES Y RESPONSIBILITAS...incluyen lo siguiente (Otras tareas pueden asignarse): Proporcionar servicios de referencias a los estudiantes, docentes y empleados de HCC, así como a clientes no pertenecientes al HCC. Instruir a los docentes, personal y alumnos, en el uso de recursos de compra en todos los formatos, incluidas bases de datos online/electrónicos y recursos de Internet. Asumir la responsabilidad de desarrollar materiales de recopilación en las áreas de enseñanza por medio de instrucciones y uso formales de material de la facultadía, que sirven como licencia digital y otras herramientas asignadas en la red de bibliotecas web, promover la creación de vídeos y tutorías, etc. personal para desarrollar una relación laboral positiva.Participar con otros departamentos en la planificación y realización de programas destinados a ayudar al profesorado, el personal y los estudiantes en el proceso educativo.Fornecer supervisión, capacitación y orientación al personal del LRC según sea necesario.Ajudar a elaborar informes, encuestas, cuestionarios, estudios especiales y funciones públicas.Realizar tareas especiales y específicas que mejoren y mejoran la función total del LCR/Biblioteca CALIFICACIONESPara desempeñar este trabajo con éxito, un individuo debe ser capaz de cumplir las obligaciones esenciales y responsabilidades enumeradas anteriormente. Las calificaciones que se enumeran a continuación son representativas de la educación, experiencia, conocimientos, habilidades y/o capacidades requeridas.EDUCATIONSe requiere un título de maestría en Ciencias Bibliográficas desde un programa graduado acreditadoCopia de transcripción conferir el grado y certificación necesarios(s) debe acompañar la solicitudEXPERIENCE2 años de experiencia en una biblioteca en una capacidad de servicios públicos con un amplio fondo en las habilidades de uso de bibliotecas para incluir instrucción del uso de la bibliotecaPreferidoEspecializaciones en Tecnologías de Diseño Instructivo, Aprendizaje Online, Redes Sociales, Desarrollo de Recursos STEM y cualquier tecnología emergentePreferidaKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESQuienes deseen enseñar clases diurnas o nocturnas en varios sitios alrededor de la ciudadExperiencia y destrezas en una variedad de computadoras y software Se requieren excelentes habilidades interpersonales y la capacidad de organizarse eficazmenteDesposibilidad de los empleadosEn este entorno de trabajo y otras tareas relacionadas con el diseño Ocupacional La organizaciónHouston Community College (HCC) está compuesta por 14 Centros de Excelencia y numerosos centros satelitales que sirven a las diversas comunidades en el área de Greater Houston preparando a los individuos para vivir y trabajar en una sociedad cada vez más internacional y tecnológica. HCC es uno de los colegios comunitarios más grandes del país acreditados solo, con admisión abierta, que ofrecen títulos asociados, certificados, capacitación laboral y oportunidades de aprendizaje durante toda la vida. El equipo juega un papel central en HCC ya que mantiene nuestras operaciones diarias funcionando como un reloj. Tendrás la oportunidad de hacer cosas suceden y trabajar estrechamente con líderes inspiradores en diferentes partes de la institución. Houston es una ciudad de grandes ligas deportivas, y no se olvide del Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo anual. El clima es genial! Los inviernos suaves aseguran que las actividades al aire libre pueden ser disfrutadas durante todo el año. Cuidado médico mundialmente reconocido. La zona metropolitana de Houston ha sido conocida por su sistema de atención médica de primera clase, con muchos hospitales del área de Houston clasificándose constantemente entre las principales instituciones de la nación. Con más de 150 museos e instituciones culturales en el área de Greater Houston, los museos son una gran parte de la orientación cultural de Houston. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Director Interino de EEO y Cumplimiento & Título IX CoordinadorOficina de Igualdad de Oportunidades y TítuloIXPO Caja 667517Houston, TX 77266713.718.8271 o hcc.oeotix@hccs.eduHCC valora a sus empleados y sus contribuciones, promueve oportunidades para su crecimiento y desarrollo profesional, y proporciona un entorno laboral y de aprendizaje positivo que fomente la participación, innovación y creatividad.Las personas con discapacidad que requieren alojamiento especial para entrevistarse deben ponerse en contacto con (713) 718-8565..