Part-time Librarian (Pool)

Agupdate; Saratoga, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

West Valley College in Saratoga, CA (and Mission College, Santa Clara, CA) invites applications for a Part-Time Librarian in the Associate Faculty pool. The position is per-semester, up to 67% of full-time workload, with duties in reference, collection development, instruction, and support for students in person and online.

Assignments are made to meet curriculum needs across Spring, Summer, and Fall, with potential evening or weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library science or library & information science (or equivalent)
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse backgrounds
• Experience with library instruction and reference support preferred

Responsibilities

• Work with students at the reference desk
• Provide reference assistance for students and staff
• Evaluate, select, and discard print and non-print library materials
• Provide bibliographic instruction for students
• Maintain accurate records and comply with state requirements

Skills

Diversity awareness

Reference assistance

Instructional support

Education

Master’s degree in library science or library & information science

Tools

Alma/Primo Library Services Platform

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Part-time Librarian (Pool)

Definition:
PART-TIME, ASSOCIATE FACULTY POOL

Applications for Part-Time, Associate Faculty pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District and will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as-needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative.

Assignment

This is a part-time position as Associate Faculty in Library/Library Science. The assignment may require work assignments during day, evening or on Saturday and/or in an on-line/distance education format. The 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. Salary is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $38,464 – $55,582 per semester; and is based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education – Possess any one of the following:Master’s degree in library science, or library and information science; ORA valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in Library Science; ORThe equivalent of the above.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with persons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.

Desired Qualification

• 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

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
Open Until Filled: Yes

Contact for Assistance

Office of Human Resources, Attn: Recruitment
14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]