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m a n a g e m e n t p o s i t i o nPosition: 4443-m-02-12

Opening Date: March 19, 2012Closing Date: April 23, 2012

College of the Sequoias915 S. Mooney Blvd. Full-time, 12-month, Management Position

Visalia, CA 932772234 Monday - Friday, 7:45 a.m. - 4:45(559) 730-3867

Description of PositionUnder the direction of the Vice President of AcademicServices, the Director of Learning Resources will beresponsible for the planning, development, implementationand evaluation of the colleges library and tutorial services

for the District. The Director of Learning Resources needsto function as a reference/academic librarian, supervises:staff, curriculum, facilities, budget and related tasks for theassigned programs.

Representative Duties Directs all Learning Resources, the Tutorial Center and

Computer Commons programs and services, includingfacility use, individualized instruction, web site develop-

ment and maintenance and other designated programsand services.

Coordinate the operation of the Learning ResourceCenters for the District and coordinates activities of

other departments located in the Centers. Provide leadership in developing access to electronic

information resources and multimedia products, collec-

tion development, and otherwise working with faculty toaugment materials and informational services thatsupport the teaching/learning functions of the District.

Coordinates the introduction of technological advances

in information access into the Learning ResourcesCenter and supervises ongoing programs to instructfaculty, staff, and students in such use.

Supervise, counsel, discipline and annually evaluate theperformance of direct subordinates.

Ensures that the Learning Resources Centers practicesare consistent with District policy procedures, local, state

and federal laws, and other contracts or agreements.

Serves in additional librarian capacities (reference andinstruction) as needed.

Recommends the establishment of academic and classi-

fied positions in assigned areas of responsibility, partici-

pates in the development of position descriptions, jobannouncements, search and selection processes.

Coordinates and provides leadership in curriculumdevelopment and program planning and review.

Submits recommended curriculum and catalog changesto the Office of Academic Services.

Attends College Curriculum committee as a non-votingmember.

Assesses enrollment data and developing the scheduleof courses and submits all scheduling information forcourses in a timely and accurate manner, complying with

District requirements. Works with faculty in developing the schedule of courses

and submits all scheduling information for courses in

a timely and accurate manner, complying with Districtrequirements.

Assists in planning the District budget by organizing andsubmitting the Learning Resources and Tutorial Centers

budgets to the Office of Academic Services. Manages all budgets within the areas of responsibility

and oversees the maintenance of budget records and

files, supervises and approves all appropriate expendi-

tures. Attends meetings of specific instruction groups and

serves on college committees and task forces as required

or assigned. Acts as a resource to faculty on matters related to

improvement of teaching, learning and librarianship. Perform related duties as assigned.

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Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to:

Masters degree in Library Science or Library and

Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from a graduateprogram accredited by the American Library Associationor the equivalent; and

Three years of supervisory experience in reference and

instructional activities in an academic setting, preferablyat an institution of higher education; and

Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the

diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability,and ethnic backgrounds of community collegestudents.

Working Condition

Environment

Indoor environment. Frequent contact in person and on the telephone with

management, supervisory, academic and classified staff.Physical Abilities

Ability to sit for long periods.

Ability to operate a computer keyboard and calculator. Ability to read normal and fine print. Ability to provide information in person or on the

telephone.

Ability to understand voices over the telephone and inperson.

Ability to remember key information and concentrate

for long periods of time.

Ability to lift, carry and/or move objects weighing up to10 pounds.

Conditions of Employment

Annual salary is $82,800 to $116,508 (ManagementSalary Schedule, Range 26). Salary placement is to becommensurate with education and experience.

Districtpaid medical/dental/vision insurance programfor employee and dependents.

Retirement plan.

Employee life insurance ($100,000) is provided.

Screening Procedure

All complete application packages will be evaluated by aqualified screening committee as soon as possible after theclosing date. Meeting the minimum qualifications does notassure the candidate an interview. Application materials will

be screened to determine the extent to which they meet theRepresentative Duties. A selected group of candidates willbe invited for oral interviews. After initial interviews, final-

ists may be asked to return for a second interview.

All costs incurred as a result of the application/selection

process shall be borne by the candidate.

Application Procedure

Applicants must submit the following materials which mustbe received by Human Resource Services on or before the

application deadline:

April 23, 2012 / 4:30 p.m. Application for Academic or Administrative Service. Statement which addresses how the applicants

experience and/or education enables him/her to be ableto perform the Representative Duties.

Current resume. TranscriptsCopies of transcripts of college/university

work may be sent with the application package. Officialtranscripts are required for employment.

Send to:

Linda ReisHuman Resource Services

(559) 730-3867E-mail: LindaRei@cos.eduPosition 4443-m-02-12

College of the Sequoias

915 S. Mooney Blvd.Visalia, CA 932772234

Notice to all candidates for employment

College of the Sequoias Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. Prospective employees will receive

consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion,

mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other basis protected

by law.

College of the Sequoias Community College District provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with

disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the job application and hiring process, please contact a

representative from Human Resources at (559) 730-3867 to request a reasonable accommodation.