Library Specialist I
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Pay grade level: Grade 11
Compensation: $40,136-$55,185. Commensurate with education and experience.
Employee category: Full-Time Staff
Department: Library and Learning Services
Reports to: Director of Library & Learning Services
FLSA status: Non-Exempt
Job Code: AA064FTNLIS
Location: Primarily Main Campus, but any other college location as assigned by
the appropriate administrator
SUMMARY
The Library Specialist I provides advanced technological and digital content
support for Library & Learning Services. The individual contributes to the
design, development, and maintenance of the library's web-based content
systems (LibGuides and related Springshare platforms), collaborating with
the Electronic Resources Librarian to support the college's digital presence.
This position also manages department social media channels and supports user
engagement initiatives.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Designs, builds, and maintains LibGuides and related Springshare tools
(LibCal, LibAnswers) under the guidance and in collaboration with the
Electronic Resources Librarian, supporting web publishing, content
creation, and accessible user experience.
Performs data input functions related to maintaining The Morgue, including
citation entry, editing and approval of citations, and recommendations and
implementation of improvements to the database.
Catalogs and processes incoming print materials (books, journals,
government documents, serial subscriptions) in the integrated library
system (ILS).
Collaborates with Library & Learning Services faculty and staff to support
promotion of academic support and student engagement initiatives.
Develops modules, tutorials, and workshops to support utilization of
LibGuides and The Morgue.
Maintains statistics on the use of LibGuides and The Morgue, providing
regular reports to inform service improvements and user engagement
strategies.
Assists the department with special event programming.
Actively participates in strategic planning to align departmental services
with institutional mission.
Participates in campus committees, as appropriate.
Provides assistance during specific hours, including some evenings, at the
front desk.
Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
Must demonstrate a commitment to and ability to work with a multicultural
student and faculty population.
High energy, self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships and
establish credibility with all levels of employees in the organization.
Detail-oriented.
Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, especially Word, Excel,
and Outlook.
Ability to manage several projects with multiple deadlines simultaneously.
Knowledge and experience with CSS coding and designing LibGuides.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's or higher degree.
Experience providing user training and/or instruction.
Experience creating and posting content on social media.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
One to two years (1-2) professional experience in an academic post-
secondary setting.
Experience using social media for professional use.
WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required
to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and occasionally push or lift items.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
WORK SCHEDULE
40 hours per week, during regular hours of Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m.
to 8:00 p.m. and Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Must be able to work a variable
schedule/hours to meet operational needs. May require evening and weekend
hours.
To Apply
Visitwww. kckcc.eduand click onCAREERS for a list of
available positions.
Read the job announcement carefully, noting the initial screening date,
minimum qualifications, and required information. Note that information
contained in your application materials will be used to determine if you
meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Make sure you
complete/submit all required documents.
If the position lists a required transcript (during the application
process), unofficial transcripts may be submitted. However, please note
that upon selection for hire, you will be required to submit official
transcripts.
Ensure that your transcripts show that a degree was awarded or conferred
if you state that it is your highest level of education completed. If you
certify your level of education and it cannot be verified from your
transcript(s), your application may not be referred to the selection
committee.
Foreign degrees are acceptable provided they have been translated and/or
shown to have equivalency to a United States: Associate, Bachelor, Master,
or Doctorate level degree.
Documentation verifying completion of a degree, coursework within a
discipline, or other educational criteria should be electronically
attached (uploaded) to your application.
Three (3) professional references with phone numbers and email addresses
are required.
A college selection committee is responsible for application review and
interviews. The final candidate(s) selected for hire will be chosen by
the hiring manager.
Successful completion of a background check on all people recommended for
employment is required. Individual hiring departments may elect to
administer pre-employment tests relevant to essential job functions as
part of the applicant selection/hiring process.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the
only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees
will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform
any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job
description may be revised as additional duties and responsibilities are
developed.
KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
