Adjunct Instructor, Ludden Library

Job Summary

The Adjunct Librarian is a part-time, non-benefited position that supports student learning and success through a multifaceted role that integrates teaching, resource management, and professional collaboration. Employing student-centered and innovative teaching practices, the librarian develops and delivers instruction that fosters critical thinking and interdisciplinary engagement. This role ensures access to quality resources as well as maintenance of digital systems and instructional technologies to support teaching and learning, ensuring content is current and effective. Professionalism and collaboration are integral, with active participation in institutional initiatives, professional development, and contributions to the library’s strategic goals.

Compensation: $22.65/hour.

Priority Screening Date: Position is open until filled.

Starting Date: As soon as practical after the hiring process.

Principal Responsibilities and Results, KSA's

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:– this position is non-exempt and is eligible for compensatory or overtime pay provisions of the FLSA. This listing of essential duties is not all-inclusive, but representative, other duties may be assigned).

The primary responsibility of all faculty is instruction. At LCCC we seek instructors who are committed to excellence in teaching as demonstrated in the competency domains outlined below. Faculty are expected to continually grow towards excellence in the following outcomes in the designated discipline of library and information science.
Teaching and Learning: Employs student-centered instruction coupled with the development and use of appropriate and current educational materials.

• Maximizes student engagement and success by employing methods that develop student understanding of the values, practice, and procedures within the designated discipline, and by engaging students in interdisciplinary practices to develop 21st century learners.
• Provides reference and instruction services by employing high-impact teaching practices in a learning environment that promotes respect and rapport.
• Facilitates student achievement by maintaining defined learning outcomes.
• Promotes learning through the innovative implementation of effective instructional technologies.

• Evaluates student engagement and success through assessments and surveys.
• Collaborates with discipline faculty to develop curriculum incorporating information literacy by articulating measurable, student-centered learning outcomes, and using competency-based design strategy to maintain curriculum that is current, effective, and relevant to the designated discipline.
• Contributes to curricula by assisting in design, implementation, and review aligned with current or emerging community, state, or national needs.
• Supports the curricular goals of courses, programs, and pathways by selecting affordable and quality learning materials and continually evaluating collections.
• Participates in continuous improvement of student learning and success by gathering data, analyzing data, engaging with peers and internal and external stakeholders, and implementing change as a result.

• Maintains commitment to professionalism by embodying the values, ethics, and behavior codes of LCCC and one’s discipline and by participating in professional development.
• Demonstrates social competence and effective communication in public, professional, and academic venues.
• Actively contributes to the college and one’s Pathway, department, or designated discipline by engaging in expanding institutional connections and participating in initiatives.

• Knowledge of teaching pedagogy, including competency-based education and active learning strategies.
• Understanding of the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy in Higher Education.
• Awareness of emerging instructional technologies and their application in academic settings.
• Knowledge of library systems, electronic resource management, and discovery tools.
• Familiarity with integrated library systems (ILS) and content management systems (CMS).
• Understanding of the electronic resource lifecycle, including licensing, access, and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of cataloging standards, metadata, and classification systems.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools for evaluating resource usage and user needs.

• Data management and analysis skills for assessing user engagement and resource effectiveness.
• Skill in creating clear instructional materials, guides, and tutorials using various formats.
• Strong interpersonal skills for working with faculty, staff, and students across disciplines.
• Skill in creating and documenting workflows and procedures for consistency and efficiency.

• Ability to design and deliver engaging, student-centered instruction in person and online.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, contribute to group goals and foster a collaborative environment.
• Ability to learn and understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines effectively.
• Capable of representing the College in a professional manner, adapting to various situations with maturity, and always maintaining confidentiality and discretion.

• There may be occurrences of interacting with employees and/or students, past employees and/or students, members of the general public, and others who express opinions, may exhibit strong emotions, which will require the employee to interact professionally, diplomatically, and appropriately in such situations
• While performing the essential duties of this position, an employee would frequently be required to move around the assigned work areas as well as within hallways, meeting rooms, and other parts of the campus facilities
• There may be multiple/daily instances of prolonged sitting, standing, and personal computer use, which would include keyboard and/or mouse usage as well as viewing a computer monitor
• An employee must be able lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
• The overall work environment requires the mental ability to shift focal point quickly due to interruptions; an employee must be able to mentally track multiple projects and tasking as well
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, there may be instances of somewhat loud environments.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this position and/or may be encountered while performing essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in library and information studies from an ALA accredited institution

• In lieu of the required degree, candidates with equivalent professional experience, industry certifications, or a combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered.

• Two years of professional experience working in library setting.

Notes

If you are selected for the position, your appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. LCCC reserves the right to end this employment agreement should the results of your background investigation not be successful.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Laramie County Community College is an EEO/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

The college has a designated person to monitor compliance and to answer any questions regarding the college's nondiscrimination policies. Please contact: Title IX, Title VI, and ADA Coordinator, Suite 205, Clay Pathfinder Building, 1400 E College Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82007, 307.778.1144,NDS@lccc.wy.edu. Contact information for the regional Office for Civil Rights is: Office for Civil Rights, Denver Office, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, 303.844.5695,OCR.Denver@ed.gov. Updated 6/2025.

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