Jobs

Posted 18 February 2010

Instruction / Electronic Services Librarian
Whatcom Community College

Deadline: 'open until filled'

Part-Time, Adjunct Faculty Position

THE COLLEGE
Whatcom Community College is a destination college attracting students from its local community of Bellingham,
throughout the Pacific Northwest, and internationally with exceptional faculty and staff, state of the art
classrooms, wireless access, and a beautiful, expansive campus. WCC takes a comprehensive approach to
course and program offerings, including liberal arts, professional/technical, basic education and
personal/professional enrichment. In fact, Whatcom is recognized for its strength in preparing students for
transfer and its emerging professional/technical programs. The College takes pride in a 41-year history and is
accredited by The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

Whatcom has a student-centered philosophy which is often referred to as “The Whatcom Way.” Student
enrollment averages 6,562 students (3,418 FTE) per quarter in both credit and non-credit courses. WCC boasts
a talented group of 75 full-time faculty who partner with approximately 165 adjunct (part-time) faculty members to
deliver instruction that promotes student success. Supported by Whatcom’s exemplary staff, our campus
community strives to serve students encouragingly and efficiently.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Whatcom Community College invites applications for an adjunct librarian with technical expertise to support
information literacy and other library instructional programs. This part-time (22-28 hours week) position requires
a flexible schedule, including evening and Saturday hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Serve as a member of the library faculty by participating in instruction and reference.
• Participate in collection development.
• Work collaboratively in designing and developing instruction and materials to facilitate teaching and
learning for both face-to-face instruction and web-based instruction.
• Provide support for e-learning faculty and students.
• Serve as liaison to specified disciplines.
• Serve as the librarian-in-charge during evening hours and Saturdays.
• Commit to stay current in the profession of library science.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• ALA accredited MLS, MLIS required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Familiarity with the concepts, goals, and methods of information literacy instruction.
• Teaching experience in a post-secondary institution.
• Successful experience in the use of traditional and electronic sources in an academic library.
• Working knowledge of digital library technologies, trends and issues.
• Demonstrated initiative and flexibility and a commitment to innovation.
phone 360.383.3000 | fax 360.383.4000 | 237 West Kellogg Road, Bellingham WA 98226 | www.whatcom.ctc.edu
• Demonstrated skill using reference sources.
• Ability to work with students.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

SALARY
Based on the current part-time salary schedule.

STARTING DATE
Spring Quarter – April 5, 2010.

APPLICATION DUE DATE
For best consideration, applications should be received by 4:30PM, March 5, 2010. Position is open until filled.
The selected applicant will be required to submit official transcripts.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
A completed application consists of:
• A letter of application that addresses the job requirements outlined in this announcement.
• A Whatcom Community College Faculty employment application form.
• A résumé.
• Unofficial transcripts for all earned degrees.
• Two (2) current letters of recommendation.
Required employment application forms may be downloaded from the College’s website www.whatcom.ctc.edu,
or to receive required form by mail, please call the Human Resources Office at (360) 383-3400, or by e-mail
request at jobs@whatcom.ctc.edu.

Deliver, mail, fax or email to:
WHATCOM COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Attn. Mr. Bobby Golden, Human Resources Office
237 West Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 383-3400 / FAX 383-3401/ VP 676-0001 / Job line 383-3402
E-mail jobs@whatcom.ctc.edu Website: www.whatcom.ctc.edu
COLLEGE MISSION
Whatcom Community College contributes to the vitality of its communities by providing quality education in
academic transfer, professional-technical and life-long learning, preparing students for active citizenship in
a global society. (excerpt)
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION
Whatcom Community College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal and state laws
specifically requiring that the College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender,
disability, sexual orientation, religion, age (except when gender or age is a bona fide occupational
qualification) or veteran status which includes Vietnam Era and/or disabled veterans in its programs,
recruitments, hiring, training, retention, promotion and all other personnel actions of qualified persons. The
following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Director for Human Resources, 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226, (360) 383-3404; VP (360)
676-0001. For Title IX compliance, contact: Vice President for Educational Services, 237 W. Kellogg
Road, Bellingham, WA 98226, (360) 383-3076; VP (360) 676-0001. All WCC publications are available in
alternate format upon request. Accommodations for completing the application process are available to
persons with disabilities by contacting the Human Resources Office. The College employs only lawfully
authorized alien workers or US citizens. Verification of employment eligibility as specified by US Immigration
and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the investigative branch of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is
required of all new employees. Whatcom Community College maintains a smoke-free environment.
Information related to campus safety may be obtained from the WCC website at www.whatcom.ctc.edu.