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POSITION
Librarian (Cataloging)  #1421
Tenure Track Position
Library Services
Santa Ana College

SALARY
RSCCD has one of the highest faculty salary schedules among California�s
72 community college districts. New faculty may be placed as high as
step 9 on the salary schedule based upon verified teaching/work
experience. The starting salary may range from $37,785 to $66,557 for
the 10-month academic year, depending upon education and experience.
Additional compensation is provided for work beyond the basic teaching
contract including summer and the winter intersession.

BENEFITS
� The district will contribute up to $9,654.88 per year toward the
medical/dental insurance expense for the employee and any eligible
dependents, plus $1,250 per year for additional fringe benefit expenses;

� Life insurance coverage of $50,000 or the employee�s annual salary,
whichever is greater;
� Ten days of sick leave per year
� Membership in the State Teacher�s Retirement System.

STARTING DATE: 2001 Fall Semester

CLOSING DATE/TIME:    March 5, 2001/5:00 p.m.

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications (Applicants must meet one of the following):
1. Possess from an ALA accredited institution:
� A master�s degree in Library Science or Library and Information
Science, OR
2. Possess a valid California Community College credential authorizing
service in the discipline, OR
3. The equivalent (applicants who do not meet the above minimum
qualifications must complete the Equivalencies Section in the applicant
form.)
Desirable Qualifications:
1. Two or more years of online cataloging experience and familiarity
with multiple formats.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of cataloging, subject
analysis, classification, authority control, and bibliographic
maintenance and ability to apply those principles according to
nationally recognized rules and standards including AACR2, LC
Classification, LCSH, LC Subject Cataloging Manuals, and MARC tagging in
all formats, Dublin CORE METADA.
3. Cataloging experience with a bibliographic utility, preferably
RLIN/OCLC, and with a local library system.
4. Outstanding oral and written communications skills.
5. Ability to work cooperatively with all library staff.
6. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, time management, and
organizational skills.
7. Demonstrated proficiency in database management.
8. Strong public service orientation.
9. Understanding and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic,
cultural, disability, and ethnic background of community college
students.
10. Experience with an Integrated Library System, preferably Voyager
Endeavor
11. Authority control in an on-line environment.
12. Supervisory and training experience.
13. Work experience in an academic library.
14. Experience in a shared governance environment.
15. Evidence of commitment to professional development.

RESPONSIBILITIES
� Provides leadership for the department with respect to bibliographic
and cataloging trends and issues as they relate to the needs of the
technical services department and our students and faculty.
� Keeps abreast of new and revised cataloging rules and MARC format
changes and disseminates information to department staff.
� Participates in the cataloging of all formats.
� Maintains cataloging policies and procedures manual.
� Coordinates database authority control.
� Sets and maintains standards of database quality and cataloging
productivity.
� Coordinates projects related to cataloging and bibliographic
maintenance.
� Participates in other library services including: collection
development; liaison activities; reference desk coverage and
Bibliographic Instruction.

SELECTION CRITERIA
Application Screening:
In addition to the requirements and responsibilities listed, the
following criteria will be considered in selecting candidates for
interviews:
1. Educational experience - breadth and depth
2. Work experience - breadth and depth
3. Demonstrated leadership capabilities
4. Curriculum development
5. Program development
6. Community involvement
7. Demonstrated experience in working with a diverse socioeconomic
community
8. Credentials or minimum qualifications authorizing service in other
areas of need
9. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others
10. Bilingual ability in Spanish, Vietnamese or other Asian languages
Based upon the information presented on the application materials, a
limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the
position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which
may include a written test and oral interview.

Interview:
Applicants selected for an interview may be required to take additional
tests or assessments and will be notified of such prior to the date of
the interview.
During the oral session, those selected for interviews will, in addition
to the above, be evaluated on the following factors:
1. Oral communication skills
2. General appearance and presentation
3. Problem solving skills
4. Successful teaching, problem solving or performance demonstration
5. Writing skills/demonstration
Applicants are requested to provide thorough yet concise information on
their related experience to ensure correct evaluation of their
qualifications. A predetermined set of questions will be asked during
all interviews. Evaluation criteria will be applied consistently to all
applicants.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
For consideration in the selection process, each candidate should submit
the following:
� A completed, legible District Faculty/Administrator Application Form
� Resume
� Unofficial transcripts (showing that the minimum qualifications are
met.)
Please mail all required materials to the following address or FAX to
714-796-3939 or 714-796-3937:
     HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
     Rancho Santiago Community College District
     2323 N. Broadway
     Santa Ana, CA  92706
To obtain an application, please call 714-480-7485, 714-480-7499 or come
to the Human Resources Department between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and
5:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
Applications are also available on our website: www.rsccd.org.

DEADLINE TO APPLY
All required materials must be received (postmarks will not be accepted
as evidence of timeliness) in Human Resources Department by the
specified closing date for the position (5:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday,
or 4:00 p.m. on Friday).
Travel reimbursement is available to those meeting established district
criteria.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Candidates selected for employment will be required to provide current
verification of a negative TB test or chest x-ray, complete the
district's fingerprinting process, and bring proof of their legal right
to work in the United States.  Cost of TB testing and the fee for
criminal record check will be paid for by the candidate.
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