University of Alaska
KBC Learning Resource Center/Library Manager
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Job Description
- Req#: 524743
Kenai Peninsula College (KPC) is a campus of the University of Alaska Anchorage. The college has three locations and is comprised of:
-Kenai River Campus, Soldotna
-Kachemak Bay Campus, Homer
-Resurrection Bay Extension Site, SewardThis position will be located at KPC's Kachemak Bay Campus in Homer, situated near the shores of magnificent Kachemak Bay. The campus offers courses leading to 4‐year degree programs, associate degrees, and certificates. This campus has 5 full‐time faculty, 15 staff, and 25-30+ part‐time faculty each semester. KBC averages 700-800 students/semester.
We honor diverse experiences and perspectives - including differences in ideas, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, culture, nationality, age, disability, veteran and socioeconomic status-and strive to create welcoming and inclusive learning environments where all are treated with respect.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: *Excellent oral and written communication skills to work with students, staff, faculty, and public, who encompass diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
*Extensive online research skills
*Excellent interpersonal skills demonstrating teamwork and the ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships
*Ability to research, analyze, and apply federal, state, and institutional laws, rules and regulations at the KPC/UAA/UA levels
*Ability to manage stressful situations with tact and diplomacy, and to use sound judgment and initiative to make responsible decisions
*Proven organizational, problem-solving and technology skills
*Ability to identify revisions on academic papers and assignments, and ability to communicate such revisions in a compassionate and empowering way.
*Knowledge of post-secondary developmental education, educational program development, supervision*Budget experience
*Knowledge of UA academic programs preferredPreferred Experience & Education: Preferred:
Master’s degree in English, Composition and Rhetoric, Writing, Education, or related field preferred.
Preferred:
*Five years working for an educational institution, preferably post-secondary.
*Supervisory experience
*Budget experience
*Experience with paper editing and formatting
*Library/circulation experience
*Assessment experienceRequired Experience & Education: * Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
*Three years progressively responsible experience related to the position or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
*Experience with program coordination, management, and organization.
*Experience engaging with students
*Experience with online academic research
*Experience teaching/tutoring developmental subjects to studentsNote: Occassional travel to Homer, Soldotna and Anchorage may be required for meetings and trainings.
Salary Information: This is a full-time, 9-month, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.
The review process for applications will be begin on June 28, 2023 at 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time, and the posting may close anytime after that date. Please submit your application by that date to be considered.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Marci Lea, KPC HR Coordinator, at mlea@alaska.edu or 907-262-0318.
About the company
The University of Alaska is a land-, sea- and space-grant system of higher education established in 1917.