Red Rocks Community College is hiring: Library Instruction Assistant in Lakewood

Salary: $23.26 Hourly
Location : Lakewood, CO
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 00937
Division: Academic Affairs & Workforce Innovation
Department: Library
Opening Date: 12/08/2025
Closing Date: 1/5/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA Status: Non exempt
To Apply: Resume Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement. Transcripts (unofficial) of undergraduate and graduate level course work.

Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values: Integrity, Collaboration, Learning, Inclusiveness, and Communication.

RRCC seeks applicants who understand and have first-hand experience working with diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.
Summary of Position

The Department of Library Services at Red Rocks Community College (RRCC) seeks a dedicated and student-centered Library Instruction Assistant to support library instruction, research services, and general operations at both the Lakewood and Arvada campuses. Reporting to the Instruction Librarian, this position plays an integral role in advancing information literacy and fostering a welcoming, inclusive learning environment. Key responsibilities include teaching library instruction sessions across various disciplines, providing responsive research assistance to students, faculty, and staff across multiple modalities (in-person, email, phone, Zoom, and IM), and collaborating on the development of instructional materials and assessment tools.

The Library Instruction Assistant also helps coordinate daily tasks for student employees and contributes to special projects, outreach, and event support as needed. This is a temporary, part-time, non-exempt position, working 18-24 hours per week for a maximum of 9 months, depending on institutional need and budget availability. This position has been exempted from the State Classified System and will conclude on August, 7th, 2026.

The work schedule is flexible within library hours (Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday shifts may be available).

Top 3 Characteristics of a Successful Candidate:

• Collaborative and Inclusive Communicator - Able to engage respectfully and effectively with diverse populations in a team-based academic environment.
• Adaptable Instructional Supporter - Demonstrates initiative and flexibility in teaching, using technology, and responding to evolving student needs.
• Dependable and Self-Directed Contributor - Exhibits reliability, accountability, and professionalism in completing tasks with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to provide helpful, friendly, and responsive customer assistance to all users.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and respectfully.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and diverse user populations in a team-oriented environment.
• Reliable in attendance and completion of tasks; committed to maintaining a consistent and professional presence.
• Self-directed with a strong sense of accountability and the ability to take initiative in completing work efficiently and accurately.
• Comfortable using standard office software (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace) and learning library-related technologies.
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to evolving library services and user needs

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Must be currently enrolled as a graduate student or have completed a Master's Degree in a library science program.
• Experience or interest in information literacy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework or professional experience with web-based applications (such as social media, cloud-based media storage, videoconferencing programs, and learning management systems).
• Coursework or professional experience in reference services.
• Coursework or professional experience in library instruction, including knowledge of library instruction assessment methods.
• Experience with video editing and production.
• Experience generating and editing social media content in a professional capacity.
• Interest in working in an academic or health sciences library.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with and supporting students from diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.

Physical & Cognitive Demands
The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.

• Occasionally moves, positions, and transports files and office materials weighing up to 10 lbs.
• This is largely a sedentary role. This position operates in an office environment and constantly uses a computer, and routinely uses standard office equipment including phones, copiers, etc.
• The person in this position constantly communicates with internal and external constituents and students. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Cognitive demands include comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, synthesizing, negotiating, communicating, instructing, and interpersonal skills.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Red Rocks Community College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process and/or during the course of employment, please contact Jennifer Matthews, Executive Director of Human Resources, at (303) 914-6298 or

Advertised Hourly Pay
The hourly pay for this position is $23.26/hour, commensurate with education and experience. This is a temporary, part-time, non-exempt position, working 18-24 hours per week for a maximum of 9 months, depending on institutional need and budget availability. This position has been exempted from the State Classified System.

To Apply All applicants must submit:

1. Resume
2. Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.
3. Transcripts (unofficial) of undergraduate and graduate level course work.

Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Candidates may redact any personally identifiable information on their materials including but are not limited to age, date of birth, and dates of attendance and date of graduation for educational institutions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Notice to all Applicants

• Final candidate will be subject to successful completion of a background check, and, if applicable, a motor vehicle record review.
• Former employees of the Colorado Community College System, or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in their application material.
• Final candidates are required to submit unofficial transcripts for non-instructional positions and official transcripts for instructional positions to Human Resources within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
• Red Rocks Community College participates in E-Verify.
• Red Rocks Community College is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
• All RRCC employees, except student employees, contribute to at a fixed percentage of their earnings and do not contribute to Social Security.
• Finalist must be willing to make Colorado their primary workplace.

RRCC/CCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Red Rocks Community College and Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to sex, gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, familial status, veteran or military status, pregnancy status, marital status, religion, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Our Accommodations and Non-Discrimination policies, plus other helpful information, can be found publicly at

We also believe in going further. At RRCC we have a focus on equity and belonging. We strive to create a community in which everyone feels respected and valued for their unique talents and contributions, and where people from all backgrounds are able to achieve their goals. Red Rocks Community College acknowledges that inclusion and equity are multifaceted and complex concepts, and that our efforts in these areas will require innovation, intention, and an institutional commitment to these principles, across our entire college community.

Red Rocks Community College is an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). As we move toward full HSI status, we are focused on servingness and are committed to creating a learning environment where equity is expected and our Latinx students thrive.

For information regarding Red Rocks Community College Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, please visit:
Medical insurance is offered to instructors and other variable hour employees who have worked, on average, at least 30 hours per week in a 12-month period. RRCC/CCCS uses an initial 12-month measurement period to determine medical benefit eligibility, and a 12-month standard measurement period. Student employees are limited to working no more than 20 hours a week when classes are in session, and may work up to 28 hours a week, during academic breaks or breaks between terms at the discretion of the college, and non-classified hourly and temporary staff are limited to 28 hours in a workweek, depending on budget and need. Additional information about medical insurance, and Life and Disability benefit information can be found at the site under "Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information."

Sick leave is granted in accordance with , accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.

Instructors and non-student hourly are required to contribute to at a fixed percentage of their salary and do not contribute to Social Security. RRCC/CCCS student employees are not eligible to participate in PERA. RRCC/CCCS offers three tax-deferred investment plans, including 401(k), 403(b) and 457. Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program State employees are eligible to participate in which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources. Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the website.
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution?

• Yes
• No

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Please detail how you meet the following required qualification: Experience or interest in information literacy.
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Are you currently enrolled as a graduate student or have completed a Master's Degree in a library science program?

• Yes
• No

Required Question