JOB Strive towards student success through supporting the College of the Desert’s Library services. The Librarian will enable student success in a team-based environment by providing outreach, instruction, and in-depth reference assistance.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:-
Demonstrated competence in current research and information gathering systems and methods.
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Knowledge of computerized information database systems.
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Work closely with other librarians in the design and delivery of instruction programming.
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Deliver library instruction and other library services for new students.
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Assess the impact of information literacy instruction on student learning outcomes, retention, and graduation.
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Share in the responsibility for in-person and online reference services to students and faculty.
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Work as a library liaison on the main campus, as well as branch campuses.
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Library instruction schedule may include evenings and weekends, as well as visits to other sites.
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Other professional responsibilities as a faculty member of the college, such as committee work.
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Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administration.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Faculty Bargaining Unit Position
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Salary placement will be on the Full Time Faculty (192 Days) Salary Schedule.
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Salary placement will be in accordance as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Library environment. Constant interruptions. Assignments may be at the Palm Desert Campus or one of our sites in Indio, Mecca/Thermal, Desert Hot Springs, or Palm Springs. May require some evening and weekend responsibility.
REQUIRED APPLICATION AND REQUIRED UPLOADED DOCUMENTS:
To be considered a candidate for this position, the following materials must be electronically uploaded at the time of submission:
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Online Application: All sections of the College of the Desert District online application must be completed including education and experience.
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Resume: Must include length of employment (month/year start and end dates) for each employer.
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Cover Letter: Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.
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College Transcripts: Academic transcripts of all college level coursework showing date degree awarded from an accredited institution. For consideration, degree(s) must be awarded at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application. Successful candidate must provide official transcripts upon hire. Non-U.S. transcripts must include a certified U.S. evaluation (i.e., NACES agency: www.naces.org) at the time of application. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of the required transcripts.
REQUIRED IN YOUR APPLICATION:
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List of References: References should include at least two supervisors and one colleague. Please include name, title, email and current phone numbers. Letters of reference will not be accepted in lieu of the required List of References.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:
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Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
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College of the Desert does not offer sponsorship nor take over sponsorship for an employment VISA.
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Employment is contingent on residence in California.
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Incomplete application packages will not be considered.
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All submitted materials become the property of College of the Desert Community College District and will not be returned or copied and will be considered for this position only.
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Salary placement will be contingent on all materials submitted for this position.
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Applicant bears the sole responsibility for ensuring that the application package is complete when submitted.
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All travel arrangements will be at applicant’s expense.
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Application materials must be received by the deadline. Application materials received after the closing deadline will not be accepted.
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For online application, information, and instructions, visit the College of the Desert job opportunities website at https:// www.collegeofthedesert.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/career-opportunities.php or call (760) 773-2529.
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FAQs: For additional information, click here: Recruitment – Frequently Asked Questions.
TIMELINES:
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For consideration, please apply by Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.
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Interviews are tentatively scheduled in-person on TBD.
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Tentative schedule is subject to change based on District need.
