Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Trinidad State Junior College seeks a Director of Library Services for Trinidad State Junior College (TSJC) for its Trinidad and Valley campuses. The position is primarily responsible to provide innovative technology, unrestricted access to information, and the instructional resources necessary to enlighten and empower Trinidad State Junior College’s students, staff, and community to achieve their educational, professional, and personal goals. The Library serves both in-person and online learners at the Trinidad and Valley campuses.
The Director of Library Services provides leadership, direction and coordination of all library services and resources. Managing student personnel, this person leads efforts towards a learning commons model with an emphasis on digital resources and emerging technologies. This person is responsible for overseeing library services, coordinating strategic planning and assessment, hiring library hourly and work study staff and managing the library budget while sustaining a service-orientated and innovative library to support teaching and learning. The continued growth and development of essential library services on both campuses will be a priority.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING:
Under the Dean’s direction, the Director’s responsibilities are varied and include the management of hourly and work study staff, budgets, assessment and strategic planning. This person works collaboratively with faculty, administrators and staff to acquire, organize and promote the resources necessary to support instruction. Priorities include personnel management, collection management, outreach to faculty at the Trinidad and Valley campus, marketing, adding new educational technologies and supporting the long range plan towards a learning commons. This person participates in departmental and college accreditation processes by providing requested information and participating in accreditation efforts. The Library Director participates in campus committees and initiatives as well as programs to promote and advance libraries within the Colorado Community College System.
Manage administrative duties including budget, acquisitions, assessment and strategic planning for Library Services on the Trinidad and Valley campuses. Provide visionary leadership in a team environment for all Library programs and services, including facility use, reference and instruction, circulation of materials, and other designated programs and services. Oversee all departmental operations including but not limited to budget preparation and oversight and submission of accurate required reports and library management.
Direct the marketing of TSJC’s information resources and collaborate with faculty to select resources that support the curricula. This is accomplished by establishing faculty support through interaction with the departments, Deans and the Vice President of Student Services. Communicate with the Trinidad and Valley campuses and surrounding community via emails, newsletters, staff meetings, department meetings, campus committees and coordination with other community college libraries and the Colorado State Library.
Evaluate new technology and update existing resources to keep the Library on the leading edge of library innovation. Lead migrations to new systems as appropriate;
Oversee day to day operations of Library.
Maintain knowledge of current issues and trends in academic information services such as instructional technology and design, information literacy, assessment, and copyright and fair use. Keep abreast of trends in academic libraries, educational technologies and how the library’s role is changing while encouraging professional development with the library staff.
Additional Info & Requirements
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate must submit to and successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment background check as a condition of hire.
Special Note: Travel and/or relocation expenses are the responsibility of the candidate and not reimbursed by Trinidad State Junior College.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited college or university.
- Five years of progressively responsible library work, 3 of which are in an academic library
- Three years of supervisory experience
- One year experience managing a budget
- Demonstrated experience successfully implementing a large project or initiative
- Library management experience
- Competence with digital tools and services and the ability to learn quickly
- Awareness of changing trends in the academic library field
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral and highly development interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Working knowledge of all aspects of library services including reference, circulation, cataloging, ebooks, e-reserves, digital resources and learning object repositories
- Library Director experience in a community college
- Experience migrating an integrated library system
- Experience using existing and emerging technologies to provide and enhance library and information services
The Community
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Trinidad State Junior College prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policies 3-120 or 4-120. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. Trinidad State Junior College will take appropriate steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in vocational education programs.
The College has designated its Director of Human Resources as its Affirmative Action Officer/Equal Opportunity Coordinator/Title IX Coordinator with the responsibility to coordinate its civil rights compliance activities and grievance procedures. For information, contact the Director of Human Resources at Trinidad State Junior College, 600 Prospect Street, Trinidad, CO, 81082, 719-846-5534. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Region VIII, Federal Office Building, 1244 North Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204, telephone (303) 844-3417.
Notice To All Applicants
Former employees of the Colorado Community College system or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on your application/within your application materials. All materials submitted become the property of Trinidad State Junior College and will not be returned. The State of Colorado must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act/1986. If hired, you will be required to provide documents to show your identity and authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired. Colorado fiscal rules require all new employees to be on direct deposit.
About Trinidad State Junior College
Trinidad State Junior College, located in Trinidad, Colorado, is a state-supported, two-year institution of higher education. The College was established by an act of the State Legislature in 1925, and is the oldest public two-year college in the State of Colorado. The College’s Service Area includes eight rural counties characterized by low population density and small communities. One campus is located in Trinidad and is a residential campus while the other, located in Alamosa, is a commuter campus. Both campuses serve distinct populations. As a comprehensive Community College, Trinidad State Junior College not only offers ongoing transfer Associate of Arts Degree and Associate of Applied Science (vocational) Degree programs, but also has developed and implemented numerous successful short-term vocational certificate programs, and totally inclusive adult education and developmental programs. For more information about Trinidad State Junior College or the College’s service area, please visit us online at www.trinidadstate.edu.
For information regarding Trinidad State Junior College Security, including crime statistics for the Trinidad and Alamosa campus and surrounding area, please see the Trinidad State Junior College Campus Security website at: http://www.trinidadstate.edu/campus-security.html. For a hard copy report please contact 719-846-5618.
TSJC Mission Statement
Trinidad State’s mission is to enrich the lives of our diverse communities by providing quality educational experiences and promoting lifelong learning.
HR Info
Inquiries
Lorrie Velasquez, Director of Human Resources – (800) 621-8752, ext. 5534 or (719) 846-5534 or Debbie Ulibarri, Dean of Arts and Sciences – (800) 621-8752 ext. 5589 or (719) 846-5589.
Application Instructions
For consideration, an applicant must submit the following by the closing date:
- A letter addressing the professional qualifications listed in the position description;
- A current resume;
- Transcripts (of highest education attained; unofficial are sufficient); and
- The names and telephone numbers of at least three (3) references from persons in a position to evaluate the applicant's expertise as it relates to the position requirements.
CLOSING DATE: Applications will be accepted until January 5, 2014. Formal screening of applications will begin immediately.
STARTING DATE:. February1, 2015
SUBMIT ABOVE APPLICATION MATERIALS TO
TSJC Search Committee, Director of Library Services
ATTN: Human Resources
600 Prospect Street, Campus Box 178
Trinidad, CO 81082
Email: lorrie.velasaquez@trinidadstate.edu
Fax: (719) 846-5064 (direct fax, does not require cover sheet)