Librarian

Delaware Technical Community College; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community college in Delaware seeks a Librarian to provide vital library services and information literacy instruction. The role includes managing library resources, collaborating with faculty, and ensuring effective library operations. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree in Library Science and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of AACR2, LCSH, RDA and MARC formats.

Responsibilities

• Provides information literacy instruction to students, faculty, and staff.
• Develops collection by selecting and managing library resources.
• Collaborates with faculty to integrate information literacy into the curriculum.

Skills

Communication

Information Literacy

Cataloging

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science

Job description

Hours of this position may vary based on the operational needs of the department. Some typical schedules are: 9am-5pm, 10am-6pm or 8:30am – 4:30pm. This position is primarily focused on Information Literacy Instruction.

Salary Salary determined through relevant education and experience.

Classification Information

Classification Title

Classification Title Librarian

Job Code

Job Code 3015 (FT), 3515 (PT)

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Position Pay Grade

Position Pay Grade Salary Plan A

Position Type

Position Type Full-Time

Summary Statement

An incumbent is responsible for providing services to the students, faculty and staff of the College. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: acquisitions, assessment, circulation, cataloging, collection development, electronic resources management, information literacy instruction, marketing/outreach and reference.

Nature and Scope

An incumbent performs duties under the direction of the head librarian. Librarians must function with knowledge of current academic library practice, technological innovations, and information ethics.

Principal Accountabilities

An incumbent may perform any combination of the below listed accountabilities:

1. Serves as library liaison to faculty in assigned subject areas. Develops collection by selecting, updating and/or de-acquisitioning print, non-print, and electronic resources, with a heavy emphasis on support materials for individual campus programs as well as items supporting the general curriculum.

2. Provides information literacy instruction to students, faculty, and staff, which may include the following: library-related tours, lectures, and demonstrations; information literacy presentations in classes across the curriculum; credit-bearing information literacy courses, both in-person and online; web-mounted tutorials, videos, and electronic research guides; and interactive workshops for faculty and staff.

3. Collaborates with faculty to integrate information literacy instruction into the curriculum.

4. Establishes procedures for the acquisition, cataloging, and processing of library materials through use of the international cataloging utility. Communicates with regional library network LYRASIS , the national bibliographic utility OCLC , and other organizations to maintain the Technical Services function of the library. Maintains the accuracy of DTCC records in the Delaware Library Catalog and OCLC . Performs original cataloging when necessary. Develops and maintains local and consortial methods of access to library materials. Provides inventory control and maintains statistics on library holdings. Maintains library archives.

5. Implements mandates established by the federal government for U.S. Government Depository Libraries.

6. Makes recommendations for purchase and maintenance of equipment and software used for acquisitions, assessment, circulation, cataloging, collection development, electronic resources management, information literacy instruction, marketing/outreach and reference.

7. Evaluates and selects electronic library resources such as web sites, databases, etc. Investigates and oversees online reference services and collaborates with other librarians regarding the implementation and maintenance of these services. Recommends appropriate products for purchase, promoting these resources and incorporating them into library instruction aids. Interacts with college web personnel to provide library resource information.

8. Markets the library collection and its services to faculty, staff, and students through College publications, displays, presentations, workshops, electronic newsletters and digital signage.

9. Monitors advances in the library profession through reading professional literature and attending conferences, workshops, and meetings.

10. Participates in setting and evaluating goals and objectives as part of the annual Educational Support Outcomes Assessment ( ESOA ) for the library. Represents the library in Student Learning Outcomes Assessment ( SLOA ) related to information literacy. Participates in library planning, internal library research, and library services assessment.

11. Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of standard library reference tools/sources and interlibrary loan practices.
Knowledge of structure and organization of electronic databases and methods of access.
Knowledge of standard cataloging practices and use of international cataloging utility.
Knowledge of AACR2, LCSH , RDA and MARC formats.
Knowledge of appropriate instructional methods to meet the needs of students.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
Ability to effectively communicate and to relate to a diverse population in a multicultural environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science.
Four (4) years of relevant experience.

Posting Number

Posting Number REG4660PO

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Open Date 05/14/2025

Close Date

Close Date 05/28/2025

Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Teaching Philosophy

Writing Sample

Curriculum Vitae

Unofficial Transcripts

Other Document

Multi Media

First Letter of Reference

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