Librarian (Outreach and Student Engagement)

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Position Title Librarian (Outreach and Student Engagement) Special Instructions to Applicants

Thank you for your interest in applying for the tenure-track faculty position in the Library at Diablo Valley College (DVC)! Diablo Valley College inspires, educates, and empowers a diverse community of students to transform their lives and their communities. We are looking for a librarian who will share in the core work of our DVC library faculty (including information literacy instruction, reference, departmental liaison work, collections, and college governance) and who will serve as our lead for outreach and student engagement. We are seeking librarians who share a strong commitment to social and racial justice and who use or are inspired to use anti-racist practices and approaches that close equity gaps by recognizing, understanding, and respecting the perspectives of our diverse as well as our most disproportionately impacted students. We are eager to get to know you, your interest in outreach and student engagement, and to hear your story as a librarian and your passion for working and teaching at a community college.

We strongly encourage those with historically marginalized and/or underrepresented identities to apply, including people of color, non-binary and transgender individuals, women, and Indigenous people.

This is an on-campus position based at our Pleasant Hill campus, with outreach and engagement activities that support students at both the Pleasant Hill and San Ramon campuses.

Recruitment Timeline:

1) Initial review of applications will occur January 2027.

2) Selected applicants will be contacted in January 2027 to schedule an interview. Interviews will take place on zoom in February 2027.

3) If selected, teaching demonstrations with students will occur on campus in March 2027.

3) Final interviews will be held March 19th, 2027.

Applicants will be responsible for travel expenses. The college nor the District reimburses for travel expenses.

No candidate for a full-time position shall be recommended as a finalist to the President without meeting the minimum qualifications or having been verified as meeting the equivalency.

If you do not possess the exact degree listed in the minimum qualification section or if you have not finished your degree before submitting your application, you must fill out a Master's degree equivalency form and upload in the attachment section of the online employment application to be considered. All foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process.

Supplemental Questions:

The supplemental questions help us understand how your strengths, experiences, and skills align with the position's desirable qualifications and contribute to the college's goals and community. Please answer all parts of each question. Your responses inform interview selection. You can repeat relevant information from your cover letter, resume/CV, or previous answers.

Description of Position

Diablo Valley College inspires, educates, and empowers a diverse community of students to transform their lives and their communities. To help further this work, The Diablo Valley College (DVC) Library is seeking a visionary, equity-minded, and collaborative Outreach and Student Engagement Librarian to join our dynamic library team. This full-time faculty position, based out of the Pleasant Hill campus, will play a critical role in expanding the library's presence across the college and strengthening its connections with DVC's diverse student community. The Outreach and Student Engagement Librarian will coordinate outreach efforts that increase awareness of and participation in library resources, services, and programs, while positioning the library as a welcoming educational, cultural, and community space, both on campus and online. The ideal candidate will help advance the college's commitment to equity, belonging, and student success by fostering meaningful connections between the library, the two campuses (Pleasant Hill and San Ramon), and the broader college community.

In addition, the Outreach and Student Engagement Librarian will engage in all the core responsibilities of faculty librarians, including information literacy instruction, reference, departmental liaison work, collections, and college governance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build a vision of outreach and student engagement for the DVC Library which includes two campuses.
• Lead the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of library outreach initiatives, programming, events, and engagement activities for students, faculty, and the broader college community, both on campus and online.
• Establish and sustain partnerships with instructional departments, student services, learning communities, student organizations, and other campus and community groups to integrate the library into college-wide activities and student success initiatives.
• Coordinate the library's outreach communications and promotional efforts across appropriate channels and gather student and community feedback to inform programming priorities, expand participation, and address barriers to library engagement, particularly for disproportionately impacted students

Inquiries

Carol Trost, Ctrost@dvc.edu

Recruitment Type Faculty Location Diablo Valley College Posting Number F01369 # of Openings 1 Salary

Initial salary placement for full-time, tenure track positions is based on academic degree(s), upper/graduate level units earned, teaching experience and/or qualifying related professional occupation experience which ranges from $68,136 to $112,848 per year (Up to $132k).

Position Status Tenure- Track EEO Job Category Faculty & Other Instructional Staff Employee Group Full-Time Faculty Department D1080-Library Discipline Library Science Alternate Discipline Duties and Responsibilities

In addition to contractual duties, all full-time faculty are expected to participate actively in their disciplines, department activities, and the general intellectual life and governance of the college. Part of the assignment may be in the evening and/or online. This is an on-campus position. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing reference service and instruction on the use of print and electronic information resources to students, faculty, staff and the community
• Participating in the library's critical information literacy instruction program, which includes collaborating with faculty to provide course-integrated information literacy and research instruction.
• Participating in the collection, development, and implementation of print, electronic, and learning resources and services for the library, including developing library collections for assigned subject areas.
• Serving as a liaison to connect departments, areas, or programs within the college to the library and its services.
• Collaborating in curriculum development, revision, and student learning outcomes assessment for the Library Technology program
• Contributing to the development and maintenance of the DVC Library's website.
• Maintaining current knowledge in the field of Library and Information Science including critical information and digital literacies and effective teaching/learning strategies
• Participating in department planning, scheduling, assessment, and continuous improvement.
• Participating in college governance and committees.
• Participating in professional development activities, both departmental and college-wide.
• Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Performing other related duties as assigned and detailed in contact.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience

The applicant must possess one of the following qualifications (earned degrees must be from an accredited college/university):

Master's in Library and Information Science or Library Science

OR the equivalent

If you do not possess the EXACT minimum qualifications (i.e., you do not possess the EXACT degree title listed) and believe that you meet the minimum qualifications, fill out the equivalency petition form in the document section of the online application. If you are unsure that you meet the minimum qualifications, please fill out the equivalency petition. The equivalency form can be downloaded here.

If your degree is not conferred by the time you submit your application, you must fill out an equivalency. All foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process.

License/Certificates/Credentials

N/A

Desirable Qualifications

• Training and/or experience developing and facilitating creative outreach and engagement initiatives, both online and on campus, that respond to student interests and needs and position the library as a welcoming educational, cultural, and community space.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with diverse student communities, including engaging students in spaces and settings outside the library and responding to the needs and experiences of historically underserved community college students.
• Ability to initiate and sustain partnerships with diverse student groups, campus programs, and community organizations that strengthen student engagement, connection, and belonging.
• Knowledge of and/or experience integrating culturally responsive, anti-racist, LGBTQ+-affirming, and other equity-minded practices into professional practice to create inclusive and affirming learning environments, reduce barriers to participation, and support the belonging and success of historically underserved and marginalized students.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences through a variety of in-person and digital channels, including creating accessible and engaging promotional, social media, web, or other outreach content.
• Ability to assess library outreach and programming for students, faculty, and the community, using feedback and other evidence to identify barriers to participation and improve programs and services.
• Knowledge of the unique cultures, needs, and experiences of community college students including the ability to identify opportunities for connecting and integrating library services into college-wide initiatives.
• A commitment and ability to work within the department and college community to achieve the goals outlined in the Educational Strategic Plan, which focuses on advancing equity in student goal completion by increasing holistic support and eliminating barriers to success.

Educational Strategic Plan: https://www.dvc.edu/about-dvc/college-plans/educational-strategic-plan

Job Open Date: 10/19/2026 Job Close Date: 12/14/2026 Open Until Filled No Employment Begins: Fall 2027 # of Months 10 Months Employee Benefits

Membership in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)

District-paid benefits (employee contributes 6%) for employee and dependents/domestic partners include:

• Medical (Anthem Blue Cross or Kaiser) insurance including chiropractic services
• Dental and vision
• Flexible spending (125) plan
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Deferred compensation (403b and 457)
• Sabbatical Leave

Additional Benefits: The District also offers eligible faculty employees, travel assistance plan, retiree benefits, and employee discounts on health memberships.

Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50.

How to Apply

1. Interested applicants must submit all of the application materials online to be considered for this position. We do not accept hand-delivered, e-mailed, faxed or postal mailed application packets.

2. It is your responsibility to ensure that all application materials are received.

3. You should submit an unofficial transcript for screening purposes. If you do not have electronic version of the transcript required for the position, you can have it scanned by a Staples, Office Max or Office Depot, etc. All applicants will have an opportunity to upload transcripts when completing our online application process. You should be prepared to provide an official transcripts prior to employment start date should the position be offered.

4. If you do not possess the required educational degrees and are applying under the equivalency process, you bear the responsibility of submitting the District's Equivalency Application. Equivalency applications with supporting documentation should be submitted when 1) degrees are not in exact discipline required; 2) degree is in progress; 3) degrees were earned at a college or university outside of the United States. All applicants will have an opportunity to upload an equivalency form for evaluation by a college equivalency committee when completing our online application process.

5. Applicants with foreign degrees must provide official certification of equivalency to United States degrees. An approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency must evaluate your course work. All applicants will have an opportunity to upload a foreign degree evaluation for review of by a college equivalency committee when completing our online application process. Please read more details in the Foreign Degree and Credit Statement section of the job announcement.

6. Documents uploaded online must be the actual documents to be considered for review. Do not upload a "placeholder" document. Applications with placeholder documents are considered incomplete and will be rejected. Only upload the required documents, other materials can be presented if you are selected for an interview.

7. All application materials become the property of the district and will not be returned or duplicated.

Selection Process

Applications will be screened to ensure the applicant meets the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement.

1. The applications, cover letters, resumes, unofficial college transcripts, and other supporting materials submitted by all qualified applicants will be reviewed by a screening committee. Those who are deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to the college at their own expense.

2. During the campus visit, each applicant will be interviewed and may be asked to conduct a demonstration appropriate to the discipline. Responses to the interview questions and demonstration will be rated by the interview committee.

3. Upon hire, the successful candidate must meet the conditions of employment. Finalists must provide verification of transcripts. TB test, physical examination, fingerprinting/conviction clearance and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

Foreign Degree and Credit Statement

In accordance with the United Faculty Contract, Article 20.3.1.3.2, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. Please upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date

ADA Accommodations:

Request For Reasonable Accommodation

Medical Verification

Candidates with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by notifying the Human Resources Department by the deadline date. Candidates will be required to supply documentation supporting the need for the accommodation when the request is made. Please complete the forms provided in the links above and email to

slever@4cd.edu

COVID-19 Information Quick Link https://www.4cdcareers.net/postings/12418 Diversity Statement

It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Describe the way(s) in which you meet the minimum qualifications. Master's in Library and Information Science or Library Science OR the equivalent Please note: The minimum qualifications are determined by the statewide Academic Senate for California Community Colleges. If the title(s) of your degree major(s) listed on your unofficial transcripts or other documents from the degree-granting institutions are not an EXACT match to the degrees listed below, please submit a master's degree equivalency form. Without it, your application will not be considered. If your degree is not conferred by the time you submit your application, you must fill out an equivalency form and upload it in the attachment section of the application. All foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process.

(Open Ended Question)

• • What draws you to outreach and student engagement work at a community college library like Diablo Valley College (DVC)? Tell us about your story-what experiences, interests, or perspectives have shaped your connection to this work, and what would you bring to the role? We welcome details and examples from libraries, classrooms, community spaces, or other experiences that have influenced how you connect with people and build community. (500-700 words)

(Open Ended Question)

• • The DVC Library regularly develops programming and activities that celebrate, recognize, and engage our diverse campus community, including Black History Month, Disability Awareness Month, Pride Month, and other cultural, historical, and community-focused observances. These efforts foster belonging and position the library as a welcoming educational, cultural, and community space. Develop a brief outreach proposal for a library program or activity connected to one of these observances or another of your choosing. You may invent event details as needed. We are interested in your creativity, communication and design choices, and the thinking behind your approach to engagement. Concise explanations are encouraged; a formal essay is not expected. Your proposal should include (answers parts #1 and #3 in the text box, and upload part #2 in the document section) : 1. Event or activity: Describe your proposed program or activity for the chosen observance, its intended audience, and why you selected this particular focus for the DVC community. 2. Promotional material: Create a sample flyer or promotional email for your event or activity, incorporating thoughtful visual design and accessibility. Please upload this document in the required document part titled "work sample" in this application. 3. Your approach: Briefly share how your experiences and perspectives informed your choices and what they reveal about how you see the role of libraries in fostering student engagement, community, and belonging.

(Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcript (must show degree(s) conferred)
• Work Sample 1

Optional Documents

• Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency)
• Application for Equivalency
• Unofficial Transcript 2
• Unofficial Transcript 3
• Unofficial Transcript 4