Part-time Librarian (Pool)

West Valley-Mission Community College District

Saratoga (CA)

On-site

USD 38,464 - 55,582

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

West Valley-Mission Community College District seeks a part-time Librarian responsible for assisting students and staff with reference services and library material evaluation. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree in library science and demonstrate the ability to work with diverse populations.

This role includes instructional duties and requires proficiency in the use of library services platforms as well as Microsoft Office Suite. Join a committed team fostering an inclusive educational environment.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in library science or equivalent.
Ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

Provide reference assistance for students and staff.
Evaluate and select library materials.
Provide bibliographic instruction.

Skills

Experience working in a college and/or library setting

Knowledge of Alma/Primo Library Services Platform

Document and web accessibility best practices

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Adobe Acrobat proficiency

Providing reference/research support

Library information literacy instruction

Education

Master’s degree in library science

Valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in Library Science

Job description

Position Information

Position Title: Part-time Librarian (Pool)
Position ID
Campus: West Valley College, Saratoga, CA or Mission College, Santa Clara, CA
Campus System: WVMCCD District (All Campuses)

Summary

This is a part-time position as Associate Faculty in Library/Library Science. The assignment may require work during day, evening, and/or Saturdays and/or online/distance education format. Assignments are as needed during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. This position is represented by the West Valley-Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT), AFT 6554.

Work location: West Valley College, Saratoga, CA or Mission College, Santa Clara, CA.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full-time load. Initial hiring salary range: $38,464 – $55,582 per semester; salary is based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education – Possess any one of the following:

Master’s degree in library science, or library and information science; OR
A valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in Library Science; OR
The equivalent of the above.

2. Demonstrated ability to effectively work with persons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following desired qualification(s):

Experience working in a college and/or library setting.
Knowledge and/or experience with using the Alma/Primo Library Services Platform (LSP) or other LSP software.
Knowledge and/or experience with document and web accessibility best practices.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, & PowerPoint.
Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and/or other PDF creation and editing tools.
Knowledge and/or experience with providing reference/research support.
Knowledge and/or experience with library information literacy instruction.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Associate librarians are assigned by the Department Chair, in consultation with the associate member and his/her supervisor, if appropriate. Duties may consist of one or more of the following but other professional librarian duties, that are not listed, may also be assigned:

Work with students at the reference desk;
Provide reference assistance for students and staff;
Evaluate, select, and discard print and non-print library materials to keep the library collection current with curriculum;
Provide bibliographic instruction for students.
Instructional duties and assignments may consist of one or more of the following:
Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation, course activities, evaluation of students’ work, consultation with students outside of class, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught and other efforts related to the teaching of the assigned classes.
Maintain accurate class and other records conforming with state requirements and stated District and college needs.
Submit, when due, all necessary reports such as attendance, grade reports, rosters and class schedules.
Follow course outlines as filed in the appropriate instruction offices.
Maintain office hours each week, at .5 hours per week per section.
Observe, support and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District and college.
Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course, as per instructions in the Faculty Handbook.
Refer students to appropriate college sources for information on counseling and other student services.
Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the member’s area of expertise.
Work cooperatively within the college community.
Foster an environment that protects academic freedom within the college community.
Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of each individual.

Application Information

Interested applicants must submit online all materials requested, including: (1) A completed online West Valley-Mission Community College District application; (2) Resume; (3) Unofficial copies of transcripts; (4) District Equivalency Application, if applicable; and (5) Any requested licenses or certificates, if applicable.
All sections of the online application, including Education and Educational Work History, must be completed thoroughly.
Supervisor(s) name(s) and telephone numbers must be included in the application.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Do NOT send unrequested materials. Unrequested materials will not be used for consideration of employment.
The employment application and supporting documents represent you; it is to your advantage to fill out the application form carefully and completely.

About Transcripts

If a minimum requirement is possession of a degree, then a copy of transcripts is required to be included with your application to verify the degree being awarded. If no transcripts are included, the application may be screened as not meeting minimum requirements.
Degrees must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.
Candidates with degrees earned outside of the United States must provide official certification of equivalency to U. S. degrees by a certified U. S. credential review service, must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course of the transcripts) and must be submitted with this online application.
If you do not have an electronic version of the transcript, you can get it scanned at an office supply or copy store, then attach the electronic version of your transcript to this online application.
Copies of diplomas, grade reports, graduation petitions, transcript evaluations requests, or similar documents WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of transcripts.
When uploading transcripts, please ensure they are NOT encrypted, secured, or password-protected or they will be rejected by the system.

Equivalency Information

Applicants applying under equivalency bear the responsibility of submitting the District’s Equivalency Application form with details and evidence of the factors (academic preparation and/or experience) that they believe to be equivalent of the required qualifications for this position. Application(s) for equivalency are required if degrees are not in exact discipline required.
The Equivalency Application is included in the online application as an OPTIONAL form to complete.
ONLY complete the Request for Equivalency application if degree does not match discipline(s) stated in the Minimum Qualifications.
List accurately and completely the courses taken that match requirements of the required degree.
Do NOT attach documents such as course evaluations.

Selection Process

Applications will be screened by appropriate department representatives on an as-needed basis. Qualified applicants who best meet the needs of the division will be contacted for an interview.
Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.
Applications will remain in our online system for 1 year. Each year, part-time pools will be refreshed and applicants will be notified of the opportunity to re-submit application.
Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated.
The District reserves the right to contact former, current, the most recent employers, and others to investigate past employment records of applicants.
Upon hire the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States.

EEO Statement

West Valley-Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ a diverse workforce who will contribute to an inclusive and welcoming educational and employment environment. The District is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physical disability, mental disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, veteran status, and medical condition consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Posting Number: FY22/23-038POOL

Open Date: 02/02/2026

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Requisition Specific Questions

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