The Opportunity: Skagit Valley College seeks qualified applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty librarian position at the Whidbey Island Campus. The librarian will collaboratively lead information literacy (IL) and AI literacy integration with primary responsibilities in instruction, reference services, and student success support. The successful candidate will teach information literacy across multiple modalities, collaboratively lead innovative AI literacy initiatives, and partner with faculty to integrate critical thinking and emerging technology into the curriculum. This position works with a team of faculty librarians and the dean to prioritize tasks and organize workflow.

The position will be based at Skagit Valley College’s Whidbey Island Campus but may be called upon to occasionally work at the Mount Vernon campus. In addition to its primary duties and under the supervision of the dean, the librarian works closely with the library circulation supervisor and student workers to maintain library spaces and meet needs at the Whidbey campus library.

The position reports directly to the Dean of Libraries, eLearning, and Learning Resources. This position is expected to begin in fall term, September 2026.

SVC welcomes faculty with a commitment to excellence in teaching and the success of all students. We are committed to cultivating a welcoming and supportive learning environment for non-native English speakers and other diverse groups. In so doing, we offer our students and community not only the opportunity to learn about varied disciplines but to engage with diverse perspectives and ways of knowing and learning. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply.

About SVC: Established in 1926, Skagit Valley College is a comprehensive community college within the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) providing associates and bachelor’s degrees, as well as certificates, in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, basic education for adults, and lifelong learning opportunities. Our equity goals align with SBCTC’s Vision statement; “Leading with racial equity, our colleges maximize student potential and transform lives within a culture of belonging that advances racial, social, and economic justice in service to our diverse communities.”

SVC's commitment to equity and social justice drives our collective work to increase access to higher education, inspire student learning and achievement, and strengthen our diverse community. We embrace equity through our core themes of access, achievement, and community by pursuing the continuous examination and revision of norms, policies, and practices to foster the success of all.

SVC aspires to reflect the diverse racial, ethnic, and linguistic demographics in the district, particularly a growing Latinx population. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) SVC seeks equity-minded leadership, faculty, and staff that are committed to inclusive practices and diverse environments where students from all backgrounds can thrive via multidisciplinary collaboration and the implementation of an array of services.

Mission: Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational, personal, and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities.

Vision: The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to:

• Equitable student outcomes in access, achievement, and community;
• Our Guiding Principles;
• Decisions based on strategy and evidence;
• The development of our employees;
• A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.

• An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse community.
• Support for innovative teaching, learning, and scholarship.
• Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.
• Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural, suburban, and urban lifestyles.
• Friendly, supportive, and diverse work environments.
• Excellent benefits include competitive leave packages and an array of health, dental, vision, and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.

Information Literacy & AI Integration

• Collaborative with faculty librarians and other campus partners to integrate generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and academic integrity into information literacy initiatives;
• Develop innovative approaches to merge AI literacy with traditional information literacy frameworks;
• Partner with other campus partners in addressing AI-related questions and issues in information literacy contexts.

• Teach information literacy in various modalities in collaboration with discipline faculty and courses across the college;
• Provide course-integrated information literacy instruction tied to student learning outcomes, incorporating AI and emerging technologies;
• Teach credit-bearing library research courses in learning community partnerships;
• Assess student learning outcomes based on the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy;
• Partner with faculty librarians on curriculum development, instructional assessment, and program review.

• Provide comprehensive research assistance and individual instruction through multiple channels: in-person, online, chat, email, phone;
• Create positive learning environments that enhance student success and retention.

• Collaborate with faculty and faculty librarians in selecting print and electronic materials across curriculum areas following collection development policies;
• Work with faculty librarians in maintaining library collections through strategic ordering and weeding;
• Maintain the WIC library collection, following guidelines for the collection development policy;
• Stay current with electronic information resources and their pedagogical applications.

• Partner with with faculty to develop online instruction materials and integrate information literacy across the curriculum;
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders on AI and academic integrity projects;
• Represent library services at governance meetings, public events, and campus initiatives;
• Support campus efforts to improve equity, retention, and student achievement;
• Develop and strengthen campus and community partnerships through strategic outreach.

• Engage in ongoing professional learning in information literacy, AI technologies, and evidence-based pedagogies;
• Participate in department, division, and college-wide governance activities;
• Attend required meetings and contribute to shared governance processes;
• Maintain professional relationships and collaborate effectively with colleagues.

All faculty at SVC are expected to meet the following faculty competencies:

• Instructional Excellence: Demonstrates (and sustains through professional development) instructional excellence by incorporating high-impact practices and subject matter expertise and drawing on college resources including technology, to create a learning environment that supports student achievement.

• Student Learning Assessment: Provides consistent, timely formative and summative performance assessment, promotes student self-assessment, and creates opportunities for student feedback to support student achievement and engagement.

• Program and Course Assessment: Contributes to ongoing program and course assessment activities and to the related development and revision of curriculum.

• Advising: Fosters relationship-based advising connections with students in support of student’s academic and career aspirations.

• Service to the College: Participates in college governance, campus life and/or community relations.

• Library discovery systems, such as Ex Libris Alma/Primo;
• Cultural competency;
• Knowledge of current trends in information literacy instruction.

• Experience providing reference services in an academic environment;
• Experience designing and delivering instruction;
• Experience with collection maintenance and development;
• Excellent organizational, planning, interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work and interact effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators and other various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
• Student-centered approach;
• Adaptability with scheduling, according to faculty instruction needs (some quarterly evening hours);
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within groups;
• Desire to act according to principles of integrity, respect, open and honest communication, collaboration and compassion.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree (or higher) in Library and Information Science or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.

• Experience teaching and assessing information literacy in academic settings;
• Knowledge of generative AI tools and their integration with information literacy instruction;
• Experience providing reference services across multiple platforms and modalities;
• Familiarity with learning management systems and emerging technologies;
• Experience working with diverse student populations and multilingual learners;
• Background in academic integrity and critical thinking instruction;
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with faculty on curriculum integration projects.

Salary and Benefits:

• Initial base annual salary placement for 2025-2026 ranges from $75,003 to $100,004 for a standard 172-day contract. The College has a negotiated faculty wage scale in which placement on the salary structure is in accordance with the SVC Federation of Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• A standard 172-day contract is written annually for the period of September to June. Late contracts will be prorated on the basis of work days remaining in the contract year.
• This position is exempt from the overtime pay requirements of The Fair Labor Standards Act.
• This is a union-represented position subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement. The College has a negotiated faculty wage scale in which placement on the salary structure is in accordance with the SVC Federation of Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Salary, retirement, medical, and insurance benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations and may be subject to change in accordance with legislative mandates and collective bargaining agreements. Additional information on benefits can be found at https://fortress.wa.gov/hca/pebbhealthplan/compare.aspx.

• Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position

• In the interest of providing a healthy, safe, and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
• If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
• Completion of academic degree(s) will be verified through receipt of official transcripts at the time of hire.

• The online application, which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three (3) professional references;
• A current Curriculum Vitae; (Attachment: Curriculum Vitae)
• A letter of interest addressing the minimum, desired qualifications, and your education and experience as it supports the responsibilities of this position; (Attachment: Cover Letter).