Director of Library and Learning Commons - Columbia Gorge Community College - The Dalles, Oregon, United States

Full-time

Description

Compensation: $66,874-$75,267 plus excellent benefits including generous employer contributions to medical, dental and vision premiums, and participation in the Oregon PERS retirement system.

General Description

The Director of Library and Learning Commons (LLC) supports teaching and learning for diverse library users including students, faculty, staff, and community patrons. This leadership position ensures that LLC users have access to variety of resources and services, such as: physical and digital media collections, teaching and learning technology, technical support on and training in information literacy, course development supports and standards, and tutoring and mentoring services. These resources and services are both physical, remote, and virtual in nature.

As a prominent student-facing part of CGCC, all LLC employees uphold the college guiding principles of open communication, respect, integrity, collaboration, equity, and inclusion. As such, members of the LLC team are committed to lifelong learning through professional development activities specific to cultural and racial equity, improving awareness and cultural competencies to serve diverse student populations, and using feedback and reflection to improve our practice. All who work in the LLC are invited and encouraged to collaborate in our continuous efforts to ensure the existence of appropriate space and technology for supporting student success.

Essential Job Functions

Library and Learning Commons Management

• Coordinate day-to-day LLC operations, including: circulation services, reference information, resource management, cataloging, inter-library loans, and library instruction.


• Support Students, faculty and staff with advanced academic research.


• Oversee digital, physical and technological collection development including adopting and managing an Integrated Library System (ILS) and corresponding resources in collaboration with vendors, consortia, and the Information Technology Services Department.


• Collaborate with the LLC team to provide direction, vision and goals that align the LLC with the college’s priorities and strategic plan.


• Maximize resource efficiency within an allocated general fund budget. Advocate for resources to fulfill LLC priorities and initiatives, including applying for and managing grants when alternative funding is required.


• Collaborate with Instruction, Student Services, and the Office of Equity and Inclusion to curate instructional resources and services for effective teaching and learning, including coordination of biannual faculty inservice.


• Provide Open Educational Resources (OER) and copyright support for all levels of the institution.


• Collect data and prepare reports regarding annual LL objectives.

Leadership & Personnel Management

• Collaborate with the LLC team to provide direction, vision, and goals that align the LLC with the college's priorities and strategic plan.


• Provide diversity and equity-centered leadership, development, and support.


• Provide culturally competent employee mentoring, supervision, and evaluation for a diverse team of library, tutoring, and testing staff, including student workers and volunteers.


• Provide direct support to faculty for online course development and revision to ensure compliance with distance education best practices.

College Governance

• Develop a collaborative climate for fulfilling the college mission through team and consensus building.


• Represent the LLC on college and statewide committees and attend conferences related to the library, student success, and other relevant areas as assigned.


• Contribute to college-wide initiatives, and internal collaborations, and lead the implementation of this work within the Library and Learning Commons


• Support and advance the CGCC strategic plan and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of three years successful administration of library operations and services including leadership, supervisory experience and strategic planning.


• Experience with academic research supports and training.


• Knowledge of and experience with assessment of library services.


• Experience using technologies to provide and enhance library services and their changing roles in higher education.


• Preference will be given to candidates with academic or community college library experience.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

An ALA accredited Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent* is required.

*Applicants applying under the “equivalent” provision must attach details and explain how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degrees listed above. If your degree title differs from the minimum qualifications listed above, you are requested to submit this equivalency statement.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of collection development, acquisitions, cataloging, database management, library instruction and information literacy, public and technical services, reference


• Equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.


• Demonstrated successful leadership, interpersonal and supervisory skills working with a diverse population


• Reference and library instruction skills


• Strong public service orientation and ability to work effectively in a team environment


• Effective written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a rapidly changing environment


• Ability to prepare and manage a budget


• Ability to perform and prioritize tasks with limited supervision

Desired Qualifications

• Bilingual English / Spanish


• Experience in addressing disproportionate impact and equity issues in the higher education environment


• Experience recruiting, retaining, developing, and evaluating diverse staff, and in leading and bringing together people of diverse backgrounds in an inclusive manner


• Demonstrated ability to engage all team members collaboratively and work collectively to implement and achieve goals and objectives


• Project management and/or technology management experience


• Knowledge of educational methods and instructional design materials


• Familiarity with the Moodle learning management system


• Experience with electronic resources, OCLC cataloging and interlibrary loan and an Integrated Library System operation


• Understanding of major issues facing higher education in general and community colleges and academic libraries in particular

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, walk or stand, talk or hear and use hands to finger. The employee is occasionally required to handle or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and bend and reach. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work hours will vary to include some evenings and weekends. Travel will be required.

Position information…

Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications for this position, please contact us to discuss your application.

Open until filled. An initial review of applications will take place January 5, 2026.

In alignment with Pay Equity principles, the starting salary is based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Please include a resume and letter of interest with your application materials.

About CGCC

CGCC is a public two-year Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in Oregon. Its mission is to “build dreams and transform lives by providing lifelong educational programs that strengthen our community.” CGCC provides high-caliber instruction, small classes with personalized attention, and robust programs for many kinds of students, including English language learners, GED® seekers, recent high school graduates, and those seeking a new career.

CGCC has two locations, both within the stunning Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. The college mascot is “Brook Chinook,” a Chinook salmon. The Chinook is important to the Native American tribes that still live nearby, and played a large part in the history and settlement of the area.

Guiding Principles

• Open Communication: Engaging in honest communication


• Respect: Celebrating diversity of lived experience based in empathy and understanding


• Integrity: Committing to continuous ethical conduct and accountability


• Collaboration: Cooperating to solve shared challenges while leveraging the richness of diverse experiences and perspectives


• Equity and Inclusion: Ensuring access to resources, providing people what they need to achieve their goals, and creating an inclusive learning environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds

Columbia Gorge Community College Equity Statement

Columbia Gorge Community College is dedicated to promoting an academic and social environment that serves the evolving needs of the vibrant and diverse communities across its district and beyond.

CGCC is a student-centered, teaching and learning, socially and economically just organization that is committed to being a critical resource for underserved and marginalized communities.

CGCC commits to fostering an inclusive and equitable climate with programming, instruction, employment practices, community partnerships, and decision-making processes that value individual and group differences.

CGCC is dedicated to the continuous work to eliminate the barriers that perpetuate inequity, oppression, and injustice.

Salary Description

$66,874-$75,267