Librarian Pool in University Library; Academic Year 26

Librarian Pool in University Library (Academic Year 26/27)

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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 Cal Poly Humboldt Library supports the university’s polytechnic mission by providing access to diverse physical and digital collections, research and instructional support, welcoming spaces for study and collaboration, and resources for student and faculty creation through its Digital Media, Makerspace, and Press services, while also leading efforts to ensure affordable, sustainable, and ethical information access and creation. The Library plays a central role in student learning and faculty research, offering services such as reference support, information literacy instruction, and access to specialized databases and technologies.

To learn more about the Library, visit our website: humboldt.edu/libraryhttps://library.humboldt.edu/ .

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.

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish a pool of qualified candidates, from which temporary Librarian appointments may be made if work becomes available during the academic year. Pool listings are open and ongoing, and applications are accepted year-round. Availability of positions are contingent upon departmental need and budget.

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

• Provide effective outreach to and expert research consultation and services in support of learning, research, teaching, and scholarship to assigned departments and colleges.
• Develop and deliver effective and efficient instructional services, online and in-person, including Skill Shop workshops, information literacy instruction, online tutorials and guides, and other teaching and learning activities;
• Provides synchronous and asynchronous online instruction and reference services to support the University’s hybrid and online courses and programs
• Provides general reference assistance in person and virtually; assisting students and faculty in locating appropriate scholarly resources, data sets, etc.
• Willingness to 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
• Contribute to library initiatives as appropriate
• Foster strong and collaborative relationships with librarians, faculty, students, and staff in support of teaching, learning, research, and scholarship
• Maintain awareness of best practices and resources, and update content on the library website and research guides
• Consult with faculty to identify and integrate appropriate library resources and services, and open educational resources in curriculum or projects
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to assess and develop high-quality digital and print collections that support the University community
• Some evening and weekend hours may be required. Occasional shift changes occur during break and finals hours

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.