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Librarian

Employer
Valencia College
Location
Orlando, FL
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Position Number:

AH0698

Position Title:

Librarian

Job Type:

Faculty

FT/PT:

Part-Time

Employee Class Description:

Faculty Part Time Hourly

General Position Description:

Responsible for advancing student learning and supporting the academic mission of the college by connecting students and faculty in the library with information literacy, research strategies, and the use of current library-related technologies across all instructional modalities. Collaborate with faculty and staff on the integration of library resources and instruction into the curriculum. Support the development of instructional materials. Support collection development recommendations for selecting, deselecting, and evaluating library collections. Maintains partnerships that enhance student success.

Grade:

MA

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Posting Number:

F1744P

Location(s):

Kissimmee, FL 34744 - Osceola Campus

Proposed Work Schedule (Please note hours subject to change based on business needs):

Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (25 hours per week)Please Note: This position is fully on-site.

Number of Vacancies:

1

Posting Start Date:

09/22/2026

Posting End Date:

10/05/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Quicklink for Posting:

https://valenciacollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/43767

Salary Range:

$35.81 per hour

Description of Job Function:

1. Designs, prepares, and delivers instruction in information literacy, research skills, and current library-related technologies to students, faculty, and staff in all modalities.2. Works closely with full-time librarians, faculty, and staff to support the development of curriculum and instructional materials.3. Supports the development of instructional materials and provides timely, constructive feedback to support student learning, information literacy, and research competencies. Collaborates with faculty and staff to embed library instruction and resources into curriculum across disciplines and delivery modes.4. Works closely with faculty and staff to develop curriculum and instructional materials in cooperation with academic leadership.5. Supports collection development in partnership with full-time faculty librarians by selecting, deselecting, and evaluating library resources and materials, promoting access to a variety of instructional materials in alignment with academic needs.6. Provides feedback for the planning, assessment, and continuous improvement of library services, programs, and institutional initiatives in partnership with librarians.7. Provides a welcoming, responsive, and learning-centered library environment that fosters academic success, student engagement, scholarly inquiry, and positive experiences through collaboration, exploration, and independent study.8. Ensures compliance with college policies and accreditation standards.9. Participates in committees and work teams as needed.
10. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Drivers License Requirement:

Not Applicable

Required Minimum Education:

Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution, or any equivalent combination of related education, training, and/or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Field of Study:

Library Science from an ALA accredited program.

Preferred Type of Experience:

Reference experience in an academic library.

Experience in library instruction and conducting library research.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Knowledge and understanding of learning-centered values.2. Knowledge of the principles and practices of collection development and evaluation.3. Ability to deliver engaging instruction across formats and audiences, including workshops, embedded sessions, and one-on-one consultations.4. Skilled in designing inclusive teaching strategies that support varied learning styles and foster both knowledge, acquisition and practical application.5. Ability to use consistent, timely formative and summative assessment measures to enhance learning.6. Ability to effectively implement innovative technologies and flexible teaching methods, such as online and hybrid formats, educational software, and digital enhancements.7. Ability to provide guidance and direction to library staff and student workers.8. Ability to use technology and multiple software programs including Microsoft Office.9. Ability to effectively communicate interpersonally, orally, and in writing.

General Working Conditions:

This job primarily operates in a professional office environment. The employee will routinely operate standard office equipment including but not limited to computers, keyboards, mouse, phones, photocopiers, printers, scanners, filing cabinets and fax machines. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Typical physical competencies include but are not limited to frequently remaining stationary, moving, reaching, positioning self and occasionally ascending/descending, lifting/moving objects weighing between 5-15 pounds. This job also entails frequently communicating, discerning and exchanging information, detecting and perceiving objects up close, at a distance, and the ability to adjust focus. Cognitive abilities include but are not limited to frequently using discretion, judgment, reasoning, memory, learning, maintaining confidentiality, comprehension, problem solving, and decision-making. The typical work environment, physical and cognitive demands listed above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The College has a process to identify and make available reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Organization

The winner of the inaugural Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, Valencia College is one of the largest community colleges in Florida, teaching more than 76,000 students annually.

But it's our quality of education, not size, that truly makes us great. Our Honors program is viewed by the National Collegiate and Southern Regional Honors Council as one of the exemplary programs in the nation. The Orlando Sentinel dubbed our fine-arts faculty one of the best in the region, and director Steven Spielberg called our film program one of the best anywhere. But the opinions that matter most are those of our students, and 92% say we met or exceeded their expectations on overall quality of education.

We strive to ensure that equal access to higher education belongs to everyone, because the future does, too.

We stand in the gap between what is and what can be. We pave a path to true potential. Whether it’s helping students land a dream job or continue on to the university of their Dreams, we do everything in our power to make that possible for each and every one of our students.

Recognized as one of “The Great Colleges to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education, we understand the importance of fostering a collaborative environment that encourages teamwork, creativity and the achievement of a true work/life balance.

At Valencia College, it’s more than just a job. We’re committed to helping our students reach their full potential by providing them with the right opportunities, the right tools and the right support. And that begins with recruiting the right talent.

We seek leaders. Inspirers. Motivators. Educational enthusiasts, passionate optimists and experienced realists. Individuals who not only believe in our students, but will help our students believe in themselves.

Valencia College has convenient locations throughout Central Florida and easily accessible by local freeways, expressways, and surface streets. But the convenient commute is just part of the appeal. With beautiful year-round weather, endless entertainment and dining options, and world-famous attractions, there's no shortage of incredible ways to spend your spare time.


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Company info
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Telephone
4075828300
Location
1768 Park Center Drive
Orlando
Florida
32835
United States

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