Faculty, Librarian
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Job Posting Closing Times: Job postings are removed from advertising at 12:00 A.M. on the closing date e.g., at midnight on the day before the closing date. Austin Community College employees are required to maintain a domicile in the State of Texas while working for the college and throughout the duration of employment. - AR 4.0300.01 If you are a current Austin Community College employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account . Austin Community College is a public two-year institution that serves a multicultural population of approximately 41,000 credit students each Fall and Spring semester. We embrace our identity as a community college, as reflected in our mission statement. We promote student success and community development by providing affordable access, through traditional and distance learning modes, to higher education and workforce training, including appropriate applied baccalaureate degrees, in our service area. As a community college committed to our mission, we seek to recruit and retain a workforce that: Values intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching Is attracted by the college's mission to promote equitable access to educational opportunities Cares about student success and collaborates on strategies to facilitate success for populations including; first generation college students, low-income students, and students from underserved communities. Focused on student academic achievement and postgraduate outcomes Welcomes difference and models respectful interaction with others Engages with the community both within and outside of ACC Job Posting Title: Faculty, Librarian Job Description Summary: To provide information literacy/library instruction, research and reference services to students. Job Description: Principal Responsibilities and Duties Delivery of reference services, information literacy instruction and library instruction, and design of curriculum. Maintains materials collection, subject bibliography, and integration of relevant Library Services (LS) activities with instructional departments of the College. Participates in the development and delivery of the LS information literacy instruction and library instructional program. Serves on and participate in LS and college-wide committees and meetings. Participates in LS budget planning and the formulation of goals, policies, and procedures. Maintains records and statistical data on LS functions and services as appropriate. Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Head Librarian, Dean, and/or Associate Vice President. Technology Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, and knowledge of digital information resources, the internet, a knowledge of online, electronic resources and classroom or other current learning technologies for effective teaching to ensure student success at the community college level. Principal Professional Standards Appropriate use of the college's learning management system. Participate in graduation, general assembly, and other official college functions. Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve student retention and success. Attend and participate in collegewide, campus, department, or other activities and meetings. Recognize and reflect standards of civility and collegiality in all interactions. Comply with published college policies and procedures and meet professional standards for teaching in a community college. Required Education Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution. Other Requirements Reliable transportation for travel in the Austin area - ACC District as required. Qualities of a Successful Candidate Ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment. A commitment to establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and staff representing multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Dynamic, non-traditional instructional delivery methods to teach students of widely varying levels of proficiency and from various backgrounds and abilities. Appropriate and up-to-date knowledge of the discipline and subject matter. Experience using technology as an instructional aide where appropriate to enhance learning. Documented experience with active and applied teaching and learning methodologies. A strong commitment to teaching in a community college setting, including teaching practices that reflect an understanding of the multicultural classroom and the benefits of cultural awareness and sensitivity in the classroom and the workplace. Commitment to a culture of care for all. Commitment to the comprehensive mission of Austin Community College and to the principles and practices associated with Servant-Leadership. Ability to communicate effectively with students with a wide range of skills and backgrounds. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with varied populations from the local community as well as students, staff, faculty, and a