Job Summary

This position begins in August, 2026. 

The MCC Libraries seek an innovative and collaborative Library Faculty member to advance information literacy instruction, collection development, reference services, and outreach. This faculty member will lead library assessment and evaluation efforts, developing and implementing strategies to measure user engagement, service quality, accessibility, and resource utilization through surveys, focus groups, usability testing, data analytics, and other research methods. The successful candidate will collect, analyze, and visualize data to tell the MCC Libraries’ critical stories—informing evidence-based planning, strategic initiatives, and accreditation requirements, including support for emerging baccalaureate pathways such as the new Data Analytics degree. Working with highly collaborative colleagues in a dynamic team environment, this faculty member will foster a culture of continuous improvement, accessibility, and data-informed decision making across library programs. A commitment to inclusive, student-centered learning and institutional effectiveness is essential. 

Essential Functions

● Data Assessment, Analytics, and Visualization: Leads library assessment and evaluation efforts by designing and implementing strategies to measure user engagement, service quality, accessibility, and resource utilization through surveys, focus groups, usability testing, data analytics, and related research methods. Collects, analyzes, and visualizes data to communicate the MCC Libraries’ critical stories and to inform evidence-based planning, strategic initiatives, and accreditation requirements.  Collaborates with highly collegial and cross-functional teams—including library faculty and staff, college stakeholders, and district partners—to foster a culture of continuous improvement and data-informed decision-making.
 

● Information Literacy Instruction: Designs and delivers course-integrated instruction in a variety of modalities and formats, collaborating with teaching faculty, preparing lessons, and assessing
learning outcomes. Develops and maintains digital learning objects such as research guides and tutorials.
 

● Collection Development: Contributes to collection development in alignment with the MCC Libraries’ Collection Development Policy and accreditation requirements, with particular emphasis on
assigned liaison areas.
 

● Reference Services: Provides research assistance through the Reference Desk, the 24/7 Ask-a-Librarian chat service, and appointment-based Research Consultations.
 

● Outreach: Serves as a library liaison for assigned academic programs, engaging in faculty outreach to foster partnerships, develop instructional opportunities, and inform scholarly collections.
 

● College, District, and Professional Service: Participates in college and district committees, contributing to shared governance, collaborative decision-making, and the advancement of library
and institutional goals. Engages in ongoing professional growth through relevant professional development, conference participation, and contributions to the library profession as appropriate.
 

● Inclusion and Student Success: Demonstrates inclusive, student-centered practice in daily work while upholding the mission, vision, and values of Mesa Community College and the Maricopa
Community College District.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master’s degree or higher from a college or university program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) is required.

Desired Qualifications

A. Academic Library Experience: Professional experience as a Librarian, preferably in an academic library with clear evidence of responsibilities aligned to academic library functions (e.g., instruction, reference, collection development, outreach, assessment).
 

B. Assessment and Data Analytics: Experience applying data-informed methods, preferably including collection, analysis, interpretation, and basic visualization to evaluate and communicate student learning, library services, user engagement, and/or resource utilization.
 

C. Technological Proficiency and Emerging Tools: Familiarity with emerging technologies used in academic libraries, such as integrated library systems and discovery platforms like Alma/Primo,
Springshare, Canvas, and AI tools. 
 

D. Project Management: Experience in project management, for example setting and articulating goals, timelines, and accountability measures that support successful project outcomes.
 

E. Teamwork and Collaboration: Experience working collaboratively and cooperatively with colleagues and stakeholders.
 

F. Inclusion and Accessibility: Evidence of developing, implementing, or contributing to practices, programs, and learning environments that advance equity, accessibility, and the academic success
of diverse student populations.

Special Working Conditions

● May be assigned to work at both the Red Mountain and Southern and Dobson MCC campuses
● May be required to lift or carry up to 25lbs
● MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas
● May travel or be assigned to any MCCCD location

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit unofficial transcripts, resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications.  All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.  If your master’s degree is not in the teaching field, then please list the 18 graduate semester hours completed in the teaching field in your application materials.

MCCCD accepts unofficial transcripts for U.S. schools at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are submitted as an attachment to the application. Transcripts from non U.S. institutions must be translated and evaluated and provided with application material.

Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.

Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. 

Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.

• Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
• Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;
• Part-Time employment (must include number of hours worked or load) 
• Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
• Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.