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1 Academic Professional Description DATE POSITION # POSITION TITLE 3/4/2019 PLLIBR PT Librarian DIVISION DEPARTMENT PAY TABLE/LEVEL/GRADE REPORTS TO: Academic Affairs Library Based on Librarian Salary FA9978 Schedule STATUS: Please select the appropriate boxes that apply. Regular/Continuing: Bargaining Unit: MAHE Non-Bargaining: Provisional/Grant Funded: Temporary/Limited Duration: Individual Position: Full-Time (40 hrs/wk): Part-Time: Hrs/Week Pooled Position: Type here # of Employees if this position is pooled. JOB SUMMARY: This section should summarize the overall purpose ( mission ) of this job in 1-4 sentences. Briefly describe the primary reason the job exists at LCC. Assists students and employees with their academic research and general information needs. Provides in-person and virtual reference assistance. Teaches information literacy skills utilizing a variety of instructional delivery modes and technologies. Serves as library liaison to academic departments. Participates in collection development activities. Develops web content, tutorials and library research guides. Serves on library teams and appropriate campus committees. Librarians assist students and employees with their academic research and general information needs in support of LCC courses and academic programs. They accomplish this by: Delivering in person and virtual reference assistance Teaching academic research (information literacy skills) in 1:1 sessions and customized for individual classes utilizing a variety of instructional delivery modes and technologies Providing convenient access to credible and reliable academic information resources in a variety of formats Serving as library liaison to departments and teaching faculty Developing content for the library website, online tutorials and research guides Supporting collection development projects Supporting library goals and initiatives Participating in library teams and appropriate campus committees DIRECT REPORTS: If this is a supervisory position (authority to hire, assign, discipline, approve timesheets), list position #s of those supervised). Type here HRF5005 REV. 3/20/2019

2 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Identify and describe the essential duties and responsibilities, i.e., what actions are done and what are the expected results. Most jobs can be described using 5-10 statements. List in priority order, beginning with top priority/must get done, with approximate percent for each (e.g. 20% 1. Reconciles grand fund expenditures to balance monthly budget). Other duties, as assigned, are implicit in all position descriptions. % NO. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 30 1 Provides in person and virtual reference service for LCC students and faculty Teaches academic research (information literacy skills) in 1:1 sessions and customized for individual classes utilizing a variety of instructional delivery modes and technologies Participates in department teams for program planning, improvement and project execution. 9 4 Serves as library liaison to departments assigned. 8 5 Develops content for the library website, online tutorials and research guides 8 6 Participates in the selection of print, media and electronic academic resources to ensure that students and faculty have convenient access to credible, reliable academic information resources in a variety of formats. 7 Type here 8 Type here 9 Type here 10 Type here CORE COMPETENCIES: Record the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Provide descriptions of core competencies below (e.g. communication, customer service, decision-making, leadership, problem-solving, etc.). An incumbent or applicant must be able to demonstrate and results must be measurable. The American Library Association (ALA) has defined the basic knowledge that all persons graduating from an (ALA) accredited master s program in library and information is position must possess. The following core competencies specify the fundamental knowledge, skills and abilities specifically required of adjunct librarian (PLLIBR) positions. American Library Association s Core Competencies of Librarianship Organization of Recorded Knowledge and Information (knowledge organization) Principles involved in the organization and representation of recorded knowledge and information from creation to disposition. Information Resources (resource building) Knowledge and understanding involving concepts and methods related to the acquisition and disposition of resources, including evaluation, selection, purchasing, processing, storing and de-selection. Knowledge and understanding involving concepts and methods related to the management of various collections. Reference and User Services Concepts, principles and techniques of reference and user services that provide access to relevant and accurate recorded knowledge and information to individuals of all ages and groups. Techniques used to retrieve, evaluate and synthesize information from diverse sources for use by individuals of all ages and groups. The methods used to interact successfully with individuals of all ages and groups to provide consultation, mediation and guidance in their use of recorded knowledge and information. Information literacy/information competence techniques and methods, numerical literacy and statistical literacy. The principles and methods of advocacy used to reach specific audiences to promote and explain concepts and services. The principles of assessment and response to diversity in user needs and preferences. The principles related to the teaching and learning of concepts, processes and skills used in seeking, evaluating and using recorded knowledge and information.

3 Academic Professional Description CORE COMPETENCIES: Record the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Provide descriptions of core competencies below (e.g. communication, customer service, decision-making, leadership, problem-solving, etc.). An incumbent or applicant must be able to demonstrate and results must be measurable. Technological Knowledge and Skills Information, communication, assistive and related technologies as they affect the resources, service delivery and uses of libraries. Additional Core Competencies Communication Ability to communicate thoughts and ideas effectively using oral, written and nonverbal communication skills in a variety of forms and contexts Ability to use communication to inform, instruct, motivate, persuade and resolve conflict Ability to incorporate cultural, disability and individual differences into communications Collaboration Ability to work with others to complete tasks, solve problems, resolve conflict and provide information Ability to work independently and part of a team Ability to build collaborative relationships Professional Qualities and Abilities Ability to utilize time effectively Ability to prioritize, plan, and manage workload to achieve results Ability to maintain current knowledge of information resources Ability to grow professionally and commit to ongoing professional development Ability to practice the ethics, values and principles of the library and information profession Teaching Effectiveness Ability to create a positive learning environment Ability to actively engage learners in learning Ability to understand and adapt instruction to individual learner differences and learning styles Ability to utilize a variety of active learning techniques Ability to challenge learners to think critically about information resources and the information search process Ability to demonstrate active and reflective listening skills Ability to present information literacy instructional materials in an organized manner Ability to effectively use technology assets to enhance student learning Technology Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies in a dynamic, fluid work environment Ability to work in an online, web-based medium Ability to keep up with changing technology Ability to translate traditional library services into an online environment HRF5005 REV. 3/20/2019

4 EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Identify the education and/or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus additional specific years of experience, certifications, licenses and/or special training required to perform the essential functions of this job. Required Master s degree in Library Information Science (MLS) from an ALA accredited program or within 6 months of completion. Experience providing reference service / research help as assigned job duties Library instruction or teaching experience Strong knowledge of print and electronic information resources Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds Preferred Academic library experience Background in medical and / or science Familiarity with web content development, mobile and web technologies Excellent communication, problem solving and teamwork skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Demonstrated initiative, flexibility and self-direction PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Complete the physical and mental demands on the attached ADA Checklist that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Mobility around the LCC campus is a normal part of the position s functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Go to the ADA Checklist WORK ENVIRONMENT: Complete the work environment characteristic on the attached ADA Checklist that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Go to the ADA Checklist SIGNATURES HR Rep: Sydney Glasscoe HR Rep Signature: Date: 3/6/19

5 Academic Professional Description ADA COMPLIANCE JOB DESCRIPTION CHECKLIST (The immediate supervisor is responsible for completion of this form. Fill in more information as need that apply to eh essential job duties for the attached job description.) Position #: PLLIBR Date: 3/4/2019 Supervisor s Position #: FA9978 Materials Used: Computer keyboard, mouse, screen Various software Telephone, cell phone, mobile device Paper and pencil/pen Projector or other audiovisual equipment Copier, scanner, fax Carpentry equipment Electrical equipment Plumbing equipment Other: Click or tap here to enter text. Mental Functions: Comparing (compare/contrast data, people, other data) Synthesizing (combine data, concepts, interpretations) Computing (math calculations or carrying out formula operations) Compiling (gathering, classifying, evaluating data, people, other data) Copying (entering, posting, transcribing data) Analyzing (examining, testing data, presenting alternatives) Audio/Visual/Aural Functions: Talking (expressing ideas, thoughts, language, conveying details accurately and clearly) Hearing (receive details through oral communication, make fine differences in sound with other sound interference) Near acuity (at 20 inches or less when accuracy is essential) Far acuity (more than 20 inches when day and night/dark conditions are essential) HRF5005 REV. 3/20/2019

6 Depth perception (3 dimensional vision, judge distances, space) Color vision (distinguish colors) Field of vision (up/down and right/left) Flavors & odors (distinguish similarities, differences, intensities, qualities using tongue & nose) Movement, Strength, Repetition Functions: Climbing Kneeling Reaching Balancing Crouching Grasping Stooping Crawling Picking/Typing/Keyboarding Sedentary (exert up to 10 lbs of force to lift, carry, push, pull, move objects; sit most of time) Light (exert up to 20 lbs of force to lift, carry, push, pull, move objects; walk/stand occasionally) Medium (exert lbs of force, walk/stand frequently) Heavy (exert lbs of force, walk/stand routinely) Very Heavy (exert over 100 lbs of force, walk/stand routinely) Environmental Conditions Weather (rain, snow, wind) Extreme cold (inside, outside) Extreme heat (inside, outside) Confined/restricted spaces Hazards (fumes, odors, dust, toxic chemicals, allergens, poor ventilation) Vibrations Extreme noises