Ethnic Studies Librarian

Ethnic Studies Librarian

The Pollak Library at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a tenure‑track Ethnic Studies Librarian to join our dedicated community of librarians, staff, and student assistants. Preferred start date is July 1, 2026 – September 1, 2026.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment. This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.

Our commitment to equal opportunity ensures that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. CSUF complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art.

I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), and other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Library's extensive instruction program by planning, teaching, and assessing faculty‑requested library instruction sessions
• In collaboration with the reference team, provide research assistance to the campus community via in‑person and virtual research consultations and scheduled reference shifts
• Perform subject liaison roles for African American Studies, Asian American Studies, and other Ethnic Studies departments as needed, developing collaborative relationships with faculty
• Lead the library team supporting Diversity Initiatives & Resource Centers (DIRC), serving as liaison to the centers as needed
• Work with the Collection Development & Management Librarian to identify and select materials in subject areas, and consult on accreditation reports
• Create and maintain online instructional materials and subject‑specific content for the library website
• Take part in scholarly/creative activities and serve on department, library, professional, and university committees as part of the required tenure and promotion process
• Contribute to library strategic initiatives, special projects, and other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in library and/or information science from an ALA‑accredited institution or equivalent by the time of appointment
• Academic background or demonstrated expertise in any of the disciplines within Ethnic Studies or related fields (African American Studies, Asian American Studies, Native American & Indigenous Studies, Chicana/o & Latinx Studies, Middle Eastern & North African Studies, Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian Studies, Critical Race Studies, or other interdisciplinary Ethnic Studies areas)
• Knowledge and experience with discipline‑specific information databases and other research resources
• Experience in research assistance via in‑person, virtual reference, consultations, and teaching information literacy in higher education or comparable area
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability or expertise supporting a diverse environment with co‑workers, students, faculty, and the wider campus community
• Evidence of, or interest in, the pursuit of scholarly, creative, and professional activities
• Ability to balance core librarian duties with scholarly, creative, and professional growth activities and service
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Ethnic Studies or related fields
• Experience integrating emerging technologies to develop and lead dynamic, engaging library instructional sessions
• Experience supporting library outreach…