Overview
Rappahannock Community College ( RCC ) invites you to apply for our Librarian position. This is a full-time, twelve-month professional faculty appointment with an excellent benefits package. The anticipated hiring range is $68,293 – $78,000 and will be commensurate with education and experience. The role will be located on the Glenns campus with requirements to frequently travel to the Warsaw campus. This is an immediate appointment. The College desires candidates with a commitment to the community college mission and experience working in a diverse student population, including adult learners and at-risk students. The successful candidate will be committed to academic excellence, continuous improvement through professional development, and creating a collegial environment of civility, collaboration and open communication.
RCC is an open-entry institution offering career and technical education (CTE) programs. Due to high demand, some CTE programs admit based on selective criteria through a separate, non-discriminatory application process.
Responsibilities
* Work collaboratively with students, staff, and faculty across all campuses and sites to support student success and RCC initiatives.
* Provide research assistance, subject orientations, and collection development.
* Provide assistance at public service points and/or remotely.
* Serve as lead coordinator of RCC tutoring services.
* Actively participate in library, university, and/or professional-level service commitments, including library activities and events.
* Deliver information literacy instruction.
Qualifications
* Information literacy instruction or other training/teaching experience.
* Demonstrated commitment to provide excellent customer service to users from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, using a variety of print and electronic resources.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to work as part of a team.
* Collection development experience relevant to campus curriculum, including selecting and deselecting print and electronic resources.
* Experience with library technology and library content management systems; knowledge of emerging technologies and their application to library services.
* Detail-oriented and organized.
* Graduate degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution.
Preferred/Additional Considerations
* Familiarity with the ACRL Framework.
* Knowledge of the needs of non-traditional students.
* Supervisory experience.
* Public library experience.
* Experience with an LMS (preferably Canvas).
Other Requirements & Travel
* Operation of a State Vehicle: Yes
* Supervises Employees: No
* Required Travel: Will be required to travel between campuses and throughout the service region.
* Posting Number: FAC_1712P
* Recruitment Type: General Public - G
* Number of Vacancies: 1
* Job Open Date: 08/26/2025
* Job Close Date: 09/24/2025
Application & Nondiscrimination
A FULLY completed VCCS employment application, CV, cover letter describing qualifications, and a complete, legible and updated set of unofficial transcripts are required to be considered for this position. Resumes will not substitute for a completed state application. Official transcripts of all college coursework completed are required of the selected candidate. Applications will only be accepted online through the VCCS application portal and must be received on or before September 24, 2025.
Rappahannock Community College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment and education opportunity. No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law. Lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation. For more information about the employment application process, contact jobs@rappahannock.edu.
RCC is an open-entry institution offering CTE programs in various areas of study. For more information about the application process, contact the admissions office at 804-758-6740.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, applicants may use the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process (AHP). To request an AHP Letter, visit the Virginia DARS/DBVI links or contact the agencies listed therein.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Special Instructions to Applicants
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, and credit checks where relevant. The College may require completion of the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please visit the ethics link above.
Additional Information
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors. Other statements about E-Verify and required fields may apply as per policy.
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