Director Library and Distance Education

Cuesta College

Salary: $119,052.00 - $144,708.00 Annually
Job Type:
Job Number: FY2526-00005
Location: San Luis Obispo Campus, CA
Department: Student Success & Support Programs
Closing: 8/11/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Description Summary

DEFINITION

Under the direction of an assigned administrator, the Director of the Library and Distance Education supervises staff, curriculum, facilities, budgets and related functions for assigned programs. The District provides administrative supervision for various programs and services for the Library.

This position provides direct supervision of faculty and classified staff assigned to the Library and other designated programs, and is responsible for the overall functioning of the areas to which assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Director, Library and Distance Education is distinguished from other Directors in the District by their responsibility for direction and management of programs and services provided by library services in higher education.

Incumbents in this position utilize the Guided Pathways framework, advance the college's Student Equity Plan, and support student learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness by ensuring all students have access to the college through the Library, Learning Resources and Distance Education.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Where You Will Work
Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande.

Who We Are

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio-economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.

Additional information about the college can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/index.html
The college planning documents can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/collegeplans/index.html
Our Student Equity Action Plan can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/info/student-equity-initiatives/equity/index.html
We offer comprehensive benefit options. Information about benefits can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/benefits-insurance/index.html

Essential Functions & Qualifications

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Lead by example to create a collegial, collaborative and inclusive workplace, including engaging with staff, full-time faculty, and part-time faculty;
Promote, direct, develop, supervise, and manage library facilities, functions and services within the District;
Advocate for the integration of appropriate and emerging technologies; foster forward-looking collection development and library initiatives that enhance student learning;
Ensure that Library practices are consistent with District policy, local, state and federal laws, and other contracts or agreements;
Supervise the Instructional Designer and serve as a liaison to faculty involved in distance education;
Collaborate with Student Success and Support Programs with the operations and maintenance of a case management model;
Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate distance education programs and services;
Manage assigned budgets, collaborate on college budget planning;
Participate and assist faculty and staff with program planning and review, and resource allocation requests;
Attend meetings and serve on college committees and task forces as required or assigned;
Serve in additional librarian capacities (reference and orientation) as needed;
Represent the District in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional and educational organizations;
Prepare and submit reports, proposals, and other documentation as required by the district or external agencies;
Serve as the College's administrator for the Learning Management System (LMS, e.g., Canvas), and collaborate with the Instructional Designer and stakeholder groups to implement requested changes, add-ons, and new features;
Serve as the college's lead administrator for the California Virtual College / Online Education Initiative (CVC-OEI), and promote faculty professional development to increase the number of courses with CVC quality badges;
Manage the collection of courses offered through CVC-OEI and recommend changes to increase student enrollment from outside the District;
Coordinate the College's reciprocity agreements (i.e., SARA) for online education offered to students in other states;
Support faculty in the development and adoption of Open Education Resources (OER), and manage grant/categorical budgets and faculty stipends;
Manage the process for designation of Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) courses in the course schedule, and collaborate with faculty to promote the development of ZTC program pathways;
Evaluate the effectiveness of library services through data collection, analysis, and reporting;
Identify and implement library improvements based on assessment results and evolving student needs;
Manage the professional development space for distance education (i.e., ATTIC) and faculty professional development associated with online pedagogy;
Communicate with District personnel to provide information and assistance regarding the Library and Distance Education policies and procedures; and
Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Required

Masters' degree from an accredited institution in Library Science, Library and Information Science, or the equivalent.

Experience:

Required

Three years of increasingly responsible experience overseeing one or more library functional areas (e.g., Reference, Technical Services, Instruction, etc.).

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of library and information technology including but not limited to best practices regarding academic library collection management, electronic resources, databases, and eBook collections;
Values and priorities of a community college library and a Hispanic Serving Institution, including culturally responsive and equity-minded library programs and services that look holistically at the #RealCollege experience;
Principles and practices of strategic planning, effective management and supervision;
Knowledge of Learning Management Systems;
Knowledge of use of technology in the delivery of content and instruction;
Knowledge of ADA/Universal Design for Learning/508 design practices/requirements;
Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and/or database software;
Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; and
District policies and procedures, federal and state laws.

Ability to:

Prepare reports and analyze enrollment and student success data;
Plan and assess programs and services;
Develop a shared vision and work collaboratively with staff, full-time faculty, part-time faculty in a collegial and inclusive environment;
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties; and
Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Physical ability to:

Read and comprehend printed matter and text and data on computer monitors;
Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email;
Sit or stand for extended periods of time;
Lift and/or carry 25 pounds; and
Exert manual dexterity sufficient for keyboard and other office equipment operation.

Additional Information

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY
Candidates will be required to submit ALL of the required documents below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.

Cover letter;
Resume;
Reference List (see further instructions below);
Unofficial transcripts;
Diversity statement (see further instructions below).

Diversity Statement Instructions: Cuesta College is committed to building and maintaining a workforce that reflects and honors the diversity of our students. It is important to us that our faculty, staff, and administrators demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds as well as sexual orientation and abilities of all constituents in the Cuesta College community.
In 500 words or less, with consideration to our Mission Statement and our values expressed above, please explain how you will demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in this position.

Reference List Instructions: Your reference list must include three professional references, their contact information, and their relationship to you.

Completed online applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by the closing date for this position. LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, MAILED OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Cuesta College will not sponsor any visa applications.

San Luis Obispo County Community College District ("Cuesta College") is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), age, disability (physical and mental), genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal and state law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cuesta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.

In compliance with California law, all prospective staff and students are entitled to read the Annual Security Report, published each October by the Cuesta College Department of Public Safety. This report contains information about our emergency and crime reporting procedures, as well as crime statistics for the past 3 years. You may request a copy of this report at one of our two Public Safety Offices: on SLO campus at Building 6600A or on North County Campus at building N1021, during campus business hours. You may also access the complete text of this report at the following website address: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/publicsafety/clery_act

Cuesta College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9 to data from U.S Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. For further information, visit: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/Job_Opportunities.html

Interview Process Information

Selected applicants will be invited to attend an in-person interview on Friday, August 29, 2025.

Second interviews will be held via Zoom on Thursday, September 4, 2025.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cuesta

The San Luis Obispo County Community College District promotes inclusiveness, prohibits discrimination, and encourages all qualified persons to apply. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Cuesta College actively seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to assist students, staff, and faculty. For ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) assistance with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office: (805) 546-3129.

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