ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

At Polk State, our amazing faculty and staff create an inspiring workplace. . We offer a collaborative, creative and culturally diverse work environment. If you want to be supported in your efforts to grow professionally and to be recognized for your contributions, then come work for Polk State.

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SOAR, EAGLES!

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ABOUT THE POSITION:

The librarians provide expertise, consultation and instruction on conducting research and utilizing information resources to ensure student success.

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_ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES :

• Assists students, faculty, staff and community users in locating, evaluating and accessing materials.
• Provides instruction on the research process and the use of information resources (both electronic and print) and associated technologies to student, faculty and staff groups, and individuals.
• Develops instructional resources in print, electronic and multimedia formats to assist users and promote information literacy and critical thinking techniques.
• Promotes a library atmosphere that is conducive to group and individual study and research needs.
• Serves as a liaison to other Polk State departments
• Assists in strategic planning and improvement and other duties as assigned.

Please review the Polk State College Supplemental Salary Schedulehere to ensure our pay ranges are within your compensation expectations.

Required Skills

• Expertise in searching and retrieving information from a variety of formats and sources
• Proficient use of computers and the Internet including basic software programs, webpage maintenance, multimedia tools.
• Ability to work with a diverse community and meet the needs of a variety of learning and personality styles.
• Ability to teach and work with groups and individuals
• Excellent written and oral communications skills

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position is an on-campus position. Remote or hybrid work is not available.
• Hours for this role are Monday-Thursday 3pm- 7 pm.
• Hours may occasionally fluctuate due to scheduling needs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION :

Master’s Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school or equivalent degree.

Required Experience

At least one year of experience in library services is required.

Preferred Experience:

Experience in a higher education setting preferred.

Important Information:

• Application Requirements: A completed online application consists of the following:

• * your resume/CV, and
  

  • the Polk State electronic job application (eApp) with all sections completed in full.

• Background Screening: Reference checks, successful completion of a Level II background check (fingerprinting), and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.

• Non-Instructional Transcripts:

  • For professional/salaried positions (generally P16 and below), uploading of unofficial transcript(s)(with confidential information redacted) during the hiring process is welcomed, but not required.

  • Submission of official transcripts for the terminal degree will be required as a condition of employment following receipt of job offer.

* **Foreign Transcripts** : Faculty with international degrees must have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." Polk State College requires that all international credential evaluations be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES®). More information about [NACES® affiliates](http://www.naces.org/members.html)can be obtained at the NACES® [website](http://www.naces.org/index.html). 

• Veterans’ Preference: Eligible applicants must use the Documentation Form to apply for Veterans’ Preference for positions in qualifying categories. Instructional, administrator and certain professional/salaried positions are exempt from veteran’s preference (see FL Statute 110.205).

* **All required documentation (Polk State Veteran’s Preference Documentation Form and the DD-214) must be submitted with the completed application for consideration.**

• As a general rule, Polk State College does not provide H1-B visa sponsorship. Exceptions may be made based on the College's need for a candidate with unique skills and expertise and where the College cannot otherwise recruit and hire qualified non-sponsored candidates.

Relocation: Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

This position will close at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, August 18, 2023.

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NOTE: We encourage applicants to provide feedback of their experience or request help at Careers@polk.edu .

Polk State College is committed to equal access/equal opportunity in its programs, activities, and employment. For additional information, visit polk.edu/compliance. _ ****_ For questions or concerns, please contact: Lonnie Thompson, Chief of Institutional Compliance & Engagement/Title IX Coordinator; 999 Avenue H, NE; Winter Haven, FL 33881; Office: WAD 227; 863.297.1000 Ext. 5378; lthompson@polk.edu.

Polk State College is a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify.

Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you feel you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Polk State, please call 863-297-1070 or e-mail Careers@polk.edu and let us know the nature of your request, along with your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will receive a response.

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• Expertise in searching and retrieving information from a variety of formats and sources
• Proficient use of computers and the Internet including basic software programs, webpage maintenance, multimedia tools.
• Ability to work with a diverse community and meet the needs of a variety of learning and personality styles.
• Ability to teach and work with groups and individuals
• Excellent written and oral communications skills

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position is an on-campus position. Remote or hybrid work is not available.
• Hours for this role are Monday-Thursday 3pm- 7 pm.
• Hours may occasionally fluctuate due to scheduling needs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION :

Master’s Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school or equivalent degree.