Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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 at and must be received on or before May 23, 2024.
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 Bridgit King at 804-758-6723.
Rappahannock Community College is an open-entry institution offering career and technical education (CTE) programs in the following areas of study (list general CTE categories, such as health sciences; construction; engineering; law enforcement, culinary arts, etc.) Due to high demand, some CTE programs offer admission based on selective criteria through a separate application process that is non‐discriminatory. These programs are: (Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic I & II, Practical Nursing, Nurse Aide, Nursing, and Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Career Studies Certificate, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Specialization, AAS). For more information about the application process, please contact the admissions office at 804-758-6740.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Posting Summary
Working Title
Working Title Librarian
Role Title
Role Code
Role Code 01223-SW
FLSA
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band
Pay Band 00
Position Number
Position Number 278FA012
Agency
Agency Rappahannock Community College
Agency/Division
Agency/Division Rappahannock Community College (Div)
Work Location
Work Location Gloucester - 073
Hiring Range
Hiring Range The anticipated hiring range is $66,000 - $74,000 and will be commensurate with education and experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
This position will maintain a schedule at both campuses and may include evenings and weekends.
Sensitive Position
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Rappahannock Community College ( RCC ), founded in 1970, provides high-quality educational and training opportunities throughout a 12-county service region an hour east of Richmond on the beautiful western shore of the Chesapeake Bay with access to fresh local seafood and water activities. RCC delivers accessible and affordable educational opportunities, including for-credit transfer and career technical programs, robust distance education coursework, quality dual enrollment courses, and award-winning workforce training and credentialing programs. RCC’s annualized enrollment of 3,259 credit students and over 1,000 workforce and community development students are supported by over 120 full-time employees and 200 part-time/adjunct employees across two main campuses and four satellite sites.
RCC serves a rural and diverse 12-county area in the Chesapeake Bay region of Virginia, whose mission is to provide inclusive access to exceptional training and educational opportunities meeting the community’s needs and preparing individuals for success as learners, employees, and citizens.
Are you someone who wants to help students achieve their educational and professional dreams?
RCC invites you to apply for our Librarian position. This position is a full-time, twelve-month professional faculty appointment with an excellent benefits package. The anticipated hiring range is $66,000 – $74,000 and will be commensurate with education and experience. 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. The college strives for a faculty of content experts who are also knowledgeable about best practices and innovative strategies that support teaching and learning.
Rappahannock Community College is seeking a collaborative, flexible, organized, and user-focused Librarian with a demonstrated interest in teaching and learning. The Librarian reports to the Coordinator of Learning Resources and is responsible for supporting the full services provided by the RCC Learning Resource Centers and the Richmond County Public Library ( RCPL ). The successful candidate will:
* Work collaboratively with students, staff, and faculty across all campuses and sites to support student success and other initiatives related to RCC .
* 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.
The Librarian must be comfortable with change and a rapidly changing technological environment. This position will maintain a schedule at both campuses, which may include evenings and weekends. Finalists will be asked to complete a presentation.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
* Information literacy instruction or other training/teaching experience.
* Demonstrated commitment to provide excellent customer service to all users from a variety of 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.
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).
Operation of a State Vehicle
Operation of a State Vehicle Yes
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
May be required to travel between campuses and throughout the service region.
Posting Number
Posting Number FAC_1296P
Recruitment Type
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
Job Open Date 04/23/2024
Job Close Date
Job Close Date 05/23/2024
Agency Website
Agency Website www.rappahannock.edu
Contact Name
Email
Email jobs@rappahannock.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
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 at and must be received on or before May 23, 2024.
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 Bridgit King at 804-758-6723.
Rappahannock Community College is an open-entry institution offering career and technical education ( CTE ) programs in the following areas of study (list general CTE categories, such as health sciences; construction; engineering; law enforcement, culinary arts, etc.) Due to high demand, some CTE programs offer admission based on selective criteria through a separate application process that is non‐discriminatory. These programs are: (Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic I & II, Practical Nursing, Nurse Aide, Nursing, and Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Career Studies Certificate, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Specialization, AAS ). For more information about the application process, please contact the admissions office at 804-758-6740.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
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, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
1. * Please describe your experience as it relates to this position.
(Open Ended Question)
2. * Do you have an ALA Accredited Master’s in Library and Information Science?
* Yes
* No
3. * Please describe your library media, database, library-media, database, library-related technology, and Microsoft Office Suite skills.
(Open Ended Question)
4. * This position requires demonstrated ability to work under pressure and multi-task; strong customer service skills; as well as effective communication skills with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and parents. Please describe your experience in these areas.
(Open Ended Question)
* * Do you have experience with online library/discovery systems and integrated library systems?
o Yes
o No
* * How many years of relevant library instruction and/or academic teaching experience do you have?
(Open Ended Question)
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