Wharton County Junior College
Public Services Librarian Job at Wharton County Junior College in Wharton
Wharton County Junior College, Wharton, TX, US, 77488
Salary: $66,070.00 - $81,403.00 Annually
Location : Wharton, TX
Job Type: Faculty Full Time
Job Number: 2510 F 054
Department: Vice Pres of Instruction's Area
Division: Academic Affairs
Opening Date: 10/31/2025
Closing Date: 1/5/2026 10:00 AM Central
General Description
The Public Services Librarian is responsible for coordinating the public services programs of the Wharton County Junior College (WCJC) Library which include library instructional services, reference and information services, programming and events, outreach and engagement activities, and access services. The Public Services Librarian assists the Director of Library Information and Technical Services in maintaining library operations, which includes recommending policies and procedures in support of managing the library collections and services. Full job description can be viewed at:
Salary Range: 0 to 10 years' Experience
Masters: $66,070 to $72,737
Doctorate: $74,737 to $81,403
The maximum number of years of experience an employee may receive is ten years.
Requirements
This position requires a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA or AASL accredited institution. This position requires one (1) year of professional experience, preferably working in a college library or higher educational institution providing information literacy instruction, professional training, or teaching in person and online. This position requires a demonstrated competency with library information systems and databases, knowledge of emerging technologies and instructional multimedia applications. This position requires excellent communication skills, enthusiasm for working with diverse populations, and a strong commitment to customer service and team work. A criminal background check is required.
To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents:
All documents must be attached to one online application to be considered. Please re-open your application form to verify all documents are properly attached.
Summary of Wharton County Junior College (WCJC) Full Time Benefits:
At No Cost to the Employee
Health Insurance (after 90 day waiting period)
Life Insurance of $5,000 (after 90 day waiting period)
Long Term Disability Coverage
Optional Coverage at Employee's Cost
Dependent Health Insurance (after 90 day waiting period)
Dental Insurance
Optional Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Voluntary Accidental Death Insurance
Long & Short Term Disability Insurance
Optional Premium Conversions
Dependant (Day) Care Reimbursement
Health Care Reimbursement
Retirement Options
Teachers' Retirement System Fund (TRS) (after 90 day waiting period)
403b Optional Retirement Programs (ORP) (after 90 day waiting period)
Tax- deferred Annuities
Participation in Social Security is mandatory.
Additional Benefits
Free WCJC TuitionFree WCJC tuition for employees and dependents (does not include Continuing Education classes)
Personal DaysTwo personal days per year
Holidays25 paid holidays per year for twelve month full time employees
Sick Days1.5 sick days per month - maximum number accrued is 60 days
Nine month employees may accrue 13.50 days per year
Twelve month employees may accrue 18.50 days per year
Vacation DaysTwelve month employees who work 40 hours per week for 12 months - 12 vacation days per year
COBRA BenefitsCOBRA benefits available upon separation from WCJC
Please note: All benefits will be discussed in depth with each new WCJC employee during New Employee Orientation. Questions regarding benefits should be directed to the WCJC Payroll and Benefits Office at 1-800-561-9252 extension 6376.
01
Do you have a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA or AASL accredited institution?
02
Did you attach your transcript showing your college degree(s) was conferred? The date your degree is conferred must be listed on the transcript. If your degree was received from a college in a foreign country, a Credential Evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) must be attached to your online application. Members of NACES can be found on their website at http://naces.org.
03
Do you have one (1) year of professional experience, preferably working in a college library or higher educational institution providing information literacy instruction, professional training, or teaching in person and online?
04
Do you have a demonstrated competency with library information systems and databases, knowledge of emerging technologies and instructional multimedia applications?
05
Do you have excellent communication skills, enthusiasm for working with diverse populations, and a strong commitment to customer service and team work?
06
Work experience is required for me to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. I understand that if I do not include my work experience in my WCJC online application, I will not be deemed qualified for this position.
07
To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents: 1. Copy of college transcript showing completion of a Master's Degree in Library Science, 2. Resume, 3. Cover Letter outlining relevant work experience. Did you attach these items? Please note that your application will not be accepted without attaching these items.
08
**** WCJC has multiple campus locations. I understand the responsibilities of this job may require travel from one location to another and/or that my working location and hours are subject to change at any time during my employment with WCJC to meet department/division needs to ensure student success at the College.********
Required Question
Location : Wharton, TX
Job Type: Faculty Full Time
Job Number: 2510 F 054
Department: Vice Pres of Instruction's Area
Division: Academic Affairs
Opening Date: 10/31/2025
Closing Date: 1/5/2026 10:00 AM Central
General Description
The Public Services Librarian is responsible for coordinating the public services programs of the Wharton County Junior College (WCJC) Library which include library instructional services, reference and information services, programming and events, outreach and engagement activities, and access services. The Public Services Librarian assists the Director of Library Information and Technical Services in maintaining library operations, which includes recommending policies and procedures in support of managing the library collections and services. Full job description can be viewed at:
Salary Range: 0 to 10 years' Experience
Masters: $66,070 to $72,737
Doctorate: $74,737 to $81,403
The maximum number of years of experience an employee may receive is ten years.
Requirements
This position requires a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA or AASL accredited institution. This position requires one (1) year of professional experience, preferably working in a college library or higher educational institution providing information literacy instruction, professional training, or teaching in person and online. This position requires a demonstrated competency with library information systems and databases, knowledge of emerging technologies and instructional multimedia applications. This position requires excellent communication skills, enthusiasm for working with diverse populations, and a strong commitment to customer service and team work. A criminal background check is required.
To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents:
- Copy of college transcript showing completion of a Master's Degree in Library Science
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining relevant work experience
All documents must be attached to one online application to be considered. Please re-open your application form to verify all documents are properly attached.
Summary of Wharton County Junior College (WCJC) Full Time Benefits:
At No Cost to the Employee
Health Insurance (after 90 day waiting period)
Life Insurance of $5,000 (after 90 day waiting period)
Long Term Disability Coverage
Optional Coverage at Employee's Cost
Dependent Health Insurance (after 90 day waiting period)
Dental Insurance
Optional Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Voluntary Accidental Death Insurance
Long & Short Term Disability Insurance
Optional Premium Conversions
Dependant (Day) Care Reimbursement
Health Care Reimbursement
Retirement Options
Teachers' Retirement System Fund (TRS) (after 90 day waiting period)
403b Optional Retirement Programs (ORP) (after 90 day waiting period)
Tax- deferred Annuities
Participation in Social Security is mandatory.
Additional Benefits
Free WCJC TuitionFree WCJC tuition for employees and dependents (does not include Continuing Education classes)
Personal DaysTwo personal days per year
Holidays25 paid holidays per year for twelve month full time employees
Sick Days1.5 sick days per month - maximum number accrued is 60 days
Nine month employees may accrue 13.50 days per year
Twelve month employees may accrue 18.50 days per year
Vacation DaysTwelve month employees who work 40 hours per week for 12 months - 12 vacation days per year
COBRA BenefitsCOBRA benefits available upon separation from WCJC
Please note: All benefits will be discussed in depth with each new WCJC employee during New Employee Orientation. Questions regarding benefits should be directed to the WCJC Payroll and Benefits Office at 1-800-561-9252 extension 6376.
01
Do you have a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA or AASL accredited institution?
- Yes
- No
02
Did you attach your transcript showing your college degree(s) was conferred? The date your degree is conferred must be listed on the transcript. If your degree was received from a college in a foreign country, a Credential Evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) must be attached to your online application. Members of NACES can be found on their website at http://naces.org.
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have one (1) year of professional experience, preferably working in a college library or higher educational institution providing information literacy instruction, professional training, or teaching in person and online?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a demonstrated competency with library information systems and databases, knowledge of emerging technologies and instructional multimedia applications?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have excellent communication skills, enthusiasm for working with diverse populations, and a strong commitment to customer service and team work?
- Yes
- No
06
Work experience is required for me to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. I understand that if I do not include my work experience in my WCJC online application, I will not be deemed qualified for this position.
- Yes
- No
07
To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents: 1. Copy of college transcript showing completion of a Master's Degree in Library Science, 2. Resume, 3. Cover Letter outlining relevant work experience. Did you attach these items? Please note that your application will not be accepted without attaching these items.
- Yes
- No
08
**** WCJC has multiple campus locations. I understand the responsibilities of this job may require travel from one location to another and/or that my working location and hours are subject to change at any time during my employment with WCJC to meet department/division needs to ensure student success at the College.********
- Yes
- No
Required Question