Senior Assistant Librarian, Business Librarian

Position Title and Details

Position
Rank
and
Title: Senior Assistant Librarian, Business Librarian

School
Department: Library Research & Scholarship

Compensation: This is a probationary, 12-month, tenure‑track position at the Senior Assistant Librarian rank; salary commensurate with qualifications and experience (anticipated range: $90,000 - $91,000). Librarians are represented by Unit 3 of the California Faculty Association (CFA) and are eligible for campus service opportunities, sabbaticals, and other leaves.

Faculty employee benefits are very competitive for the higher education sector. See the CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details about the CSU’s excellent benefits package.

Target

Start Date:

October 1, 2026 or earlier

Final date to receive applications: July 31, 2026 (Applications accepted until filled or closed)

The SJSU King Library at San José State University is pleased to announce a search for a full-time, tenure‑track Business Librarian position beginning in October 2026 or earlier. This hybrid (not fully remote) position is located at the King Library.

• Support student learning by working collaboratively with business faculty to facilitate the effective use of curriculum‑specific information resources.
• Provide reference, consultative, and instructional services to undergraduates, graduate students, teaching faculty, and researchers in synchronous and asynchronous formats.
• Engage in the selection and evaluation of information resources that support the curricular and research needs of business programs, faculty, and students.
• Maintain familiarity with current and emerging research, scholarly communication trends, and AI technology in business.
• Create, implement, and assess user‑centered library services and programs for assigned departments.
• Build a record of scholarly and professional achievement to fulfill the university requirement of retention, tenure, and promotion.
• Participate in shared governance, usually in department, college, and university committees and other service.
• Demonstrate awareness and experience in understanding the needs of a diverse student population—including cultural, economic, linguistic and gender diversity—through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.

All employees are mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083. Faculty duties may include responsibilities related to the Clery Act and campus security. Faculty must complete CSU employee training as required, including data security, FERPA, Title IX, and health and safety.

• Master’s degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or an equivalent international degree.
• Experience or coursework in information literacy instruction and reference services.
• Evidence of potential to maintain an ongoing agenda in scholarly research and professional development at appropriate levels.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population.

• Undergraduate or graduate degree or equivalent training/work experience in a business‑related field.
• Experience with designing, implementing, and assessing library programs and services.
• Experience in academic libraries.

The work for this faculty position may only be performed in the state of California and requires an on‑campus presence. Employment is contingent on U.S. residence and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Satisfactory completion of background and reference checks, including criminal records and prior employment, is required; the offer may be rescinded if disqualifying information is revealed.

Please submit the following documents:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Institutional excellence statement (dedicated or addressed in your letter of interest)
• Three references with contact information (only finalists’ references will be contacted)

Further information about the position can be obtained from the SJSU librarian position FAQs. Candidates may attend information sessions, dates and links are provided in the FAQs.

San José State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.