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Librarian Pool in University Library (Academic Year 25/26)

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Work type: Non-Instructional Faculty (Coach/Counselor/Librarian)
Location: Humboldt
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Time Varies, Librarian (Non-instructional Faculty)

The Department: Cal Poly Humboldt Library offers opportunities to be creative in instruction and programming, and encourages librarians to develop projects related to their individual goals. If you are interested in collaborating with librarians, faculty, students, and staff in support of teaching, learning and research, this may be the job for you. To learn more about the Library, visit our website:

Area of Specialization: We seek collaborative and innovative instruction librarians to focus on the development and delivery of user-centered library services to the students, faculty and staff. As a member of the Library's Information & Research Services team, the successful candidate will collaborate on instruction and research services programs, assessment of programs, and collection development activities. We invite applications for the temporary, full-time, 12-month pool of Teaching & Learning Librarian positions. Temporary 10-month and 12-month positions carry faculty rank.

Teaching & Learning Librarian Pool

Cal Poly Humboldt Library seeks forward-thinking, service and team-oriented Teaching and Learning Librarian interested in instruction and programming for undergraduate student success. Candidates applying for Temporary Faculty positions at Humboldt are maintained in a pool of eligible candidates for ongoing needs that may arise.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide effective outreach to and expert research consultation and services in support of learning, research, teaching, and scholarship to assigned departments and colleges.
2. Develop and deliver effective and efficient instructional services, including ‘SkillShop' workshops, information literacy instruction, online tutorials and guides, and other teaching and learning activities.
3. Provide synchronous and asynchronous online instruction and reference services to support the University's hybrid and online courses and programs.
4. Provide general reference assistance in person and virtually, assisting students and faculty in locating appropriate scholarly resources, data sets, etc.
5. Stay up-to-date and improve knowledge and skills pertaining to user needs and trends in academic libraries, information tools and resources, emerging trends in teaching and learning, instructional design, pedagogy, web design, accessibility, and related fields.
6. Contribute to library initiatives as appropriate, such as Instructional Working Group, evolving learning commons, etc.
7. Foster strong and collaborative relationships with librarians, faculty, students, and staff in support of teaching, learning, research, and scholarship.
8. Maintain awareness of best practices and resources, and provide up-to-date content on the library website and library guides.
9. Consult with faculty to identify and integrate appropriate library resources and services, and open educational resources in the curriculum or projects.
10. Collaborate with faculty and students, and with Librarians in Collection Development, to assess and develop high-quality digital and print collections that support the University at large.
11. Some evening and weekend hours are required. Scheduled Sunday - Thursday 1pm - 9pm, and provides approximately 15 hours of evening and weekend reference. For college liaison positions, the schedule is likely Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, with occasional weekend reference. Occasional shift changes occur during break and finals hours.

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree: An earned Master's degree in library science or an equivalent program is required; or must graduate with MLS/MLIS within 6 months of application and have previous academic library work experience.

Preferred: Demonstrated experience with library instruction to undergraduate students; demonstrated experience providing reference services; demonstrated experience working with a diverse population; and excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Position Type: Librarian

Availability: As needed

First Review Date: Applications received by April 1st annually are given first consideration. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis of need. Applications must be in the current academic year in order to be considered. Please apply annually.

Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience.

The University: Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to eliminating opportunity gaps for marginalized student groups by adopting dynamic, student-centered practices and policies. We value serving students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations.

The ideal candidates will demonstrate a shared commitment to the academic and professional success of our diverse student body. We will prioritize applicants who demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to diversity and its value in professional and educational communities. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded educator who is committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, and students on closing opportunity gaps.

Cal Poly Humboldt sits on the traditional homelands of the Wiyot people in what is currently called Arcata, CA. The Wiyot people call the area Goudi'ni (over in the woods). The Cal Poly Humboldt campus in Northern California is in close proximity to several thriving Native American tribes and communities. Humboldt currently has the largest percentage of Native American students in the CSU system and has over 30 Native American faculty and staff, many from local area California Indian tribes.

Advertised: Feb 28 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Feb 22 2026 Pacific Standard Time