Librarian Adjunct

Library Adjunct Instructor – Kern Community College District

Basic Function

Kern Community College District accepts applications for part‑time, hourly adjunct instructors on a continuous basis. The division can contact qualified applicants immediately if a need arises, without waiting for a formal advertisement. If there is an interest and/or need within the specific department, applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted by the respective department supervisors, deans, and/or division chairs.

Applications submitted will remain active for up to two years. The starting salary range for these positions is $66.00/hour; the hourly rate may vary based on the type of assignment and the Lecture Hour Equivalent (LHE) formula. For more information, refer to the CCA collective bargaining agreement or your college HR office.

• Master’s in library science, or library and information science, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and accomplishments. Candidates with such equivalent qualifications must submit an APPLICATION FOR EQUIVALENCY form (PDF download) along with supporting documents.
• A demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Degrees and credits must be from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406). Any degree earned overseas must be evaluated by an accredited service.

The screening of candidates will be conducted by a screening committee that reserves the right to limit the number of interviews. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.

• Work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning, and service to a diverse student population.
• Work with students who possess a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals.
• Develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities.
• Participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges, and universities.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Maintain subject matter currency.
• Assess student learning outcomes.
• Have knowledge of computers and a willingness to explore new technologies that would benefit the program.
• Show knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission.

Completed application packet must include:

• Completed Online Application for Employment form
• Current resume
• Copies of legible transcripts

• Completed Online Application for Employment form
• Current resume
• Copies of legible transcripts

Applicants must redact (or remove) any personal information from all documents prior to uploading, including Social Security numbers, dates of birth, and photographs.

The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.

All applicants must apply online at  Emails will not be accepted.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.