Learning Commons Librarian

Weekly Work
Hours
19.5

Compensation Range
Staff Range N05 Hourly

Hourly Rate
$26.22
Hourly

FLSA
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Position Type
Staff
All positions are considered
on-site roles.

After six months of employment, employees may have the opportunity to apply for a hybrid work
schedule.

Academic positions (Faculty) require on-campus presence, even if the role involves teaching online classes, in accordance
with state law.

Position Summary

Provide high-quality delivery of a broad range of library public services, including
instruction, reference, and collection management, to a diverse community of users in support of the College’s curriculum and
mission.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to provide first-level Learning Commons service support for
  students, bridging their classroom learning by assisting with the location of learning materials, resources, and equipment.
• Able to
  respond to requests for general information with a commitment to customer satisfaction, quality, and accuracy.
• Able to effectively
  provide appropriate referrals to other service areas.
• Performs related service functions that support department
  operations.
• Understands the role this position plays within the College’s mission and deliver high quality service in the support of
  student success.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with both internal and external stakeholders and
  constituents within the Dallas College community network.
• Able to prepare periodic reports, as necessary or
  requested.
• Strong commitment to providing world-class customer service.
• Proficient interpersonal, oral, and written
  communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced, constantly changing work
  environment.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks/responsibilities and the ability to prioritize work.
• Demonstrated
  success working with diverse communities.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a
standard office environment. Requires in-person interaction and coordination of work with other employees, students, external clients,
partners or customers and/or immediate access to equipment, documents, or other information located only in a College workspace. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA program, Master’s preferred
• Strong commitment
  to information literacy instruction and demonstrated aptitude for teaching in multiple formats.
• Ability to provide individual
  research assistance and instruction on the fly, in person, or online.
• Experience with automated library
  systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in database searching and information retrieval.
• Working knowledge of new and emerging
  technologies and familiarity with their impact on higher education.
• Official transcript will be required.
• Bilingual or
  multilingual preferred.

*** Will be subject to criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint
check.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, teach, and assess information literacy in various environments at various College
  locations including visits to classes, in-person, and online presentations.
• Participates in the planning and conducting student and
  or faculty orientations.
• Assist faculty with the integration of library research and information retrieval skills in their courses
  both face-to-face and in the course management system.
• Provide answers to reference questions.
• Conduct reference interviews
  and maintains a reference desk schedule.
• Interact and provide assistance to patrons (students, faculty, staff, and guests) in
  identifying, locating, and accessing information on-campus and online.
• Work as a member of a team with the goal of excellent
  customer service.
• Design, maintain, and update guides (research tools, digital resources, and databases in both online and print) to
  improve access and use of information including, but not limited to, the navigation of databases, style and format guides, subject and
  course-specific guides, copyright, and plagiarism.
• Assist in the supervision and training of work study students employed at the
  library.
• Carry out special projects promoting the library and its resources.
• Assists in planning and implementing programs
  and public relations activities.
• Participate in professional development.
• Maintains current awareness in the
  field.
• Maintains the Reference and Circulation areas.
• Utilizes excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication
  skills to interact effectively with the college community.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours
  per academic year.
• Performs other related tasks as required.

The intent of this job description is to provide a
representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a
declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform
job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable
attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has
served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest
community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of
everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and
employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We
are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any
protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender
expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College
will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical
disability needs.

Applications Deadline
July 31, 2026

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