Public Services Librarian Senior Assistant Librarian

California State University Fresno
University Library

Public Services Librarian

Senior Assistant Librarian 12 month

Tenure Track

Spring/Early Summer 2026

The Fresno State Library seeks an innovative flexible and public service-oriented individual to join our faculty in developing and providing user-focused library services that support teaching research and student success. This full-time tenure-track librarian will serve as the subject librarian for the Kremen School of Education and Human Development. This position will provide an excellent opportunity for professional growth and for those interested in collaborating to develop services to meet the needs of a diverse campus community.

Primary responsibilities include: collaborating with colleagues in developing and providing a broad range of services and activities to designated departments; teaching information literacy concepts to undergraduates and graduate students; designing and creating outreach and instructional materials; providing in-person and online research assistance in a range of disciplines; participating in collection management; and promoting knowledge of scholarly communication and Fresno States digital repository.

Librarians are active participants in the shared governance of the library and in the academic life of the campus. The successful candidate will be a member of the library faculty and will be expected to meet all of the requirements for retention tenure and promotion including scholarship and service to the campus and the community. Tenure-track librarians receive an official probationary plan mentoring and professional development funding.

Qualifications:

Required Education (from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent.):

1. An MLS from an ALA accredited library school/institution (or equivalent) is required.
2. Applicants nearing completion of the MLS degree may be considered; however degree must be completed prior to hire date. Anticipated start date is Spring/Early Summer 2026.

Required Experience:

1. Demonstrated knowledge of or experience with instruction information literacy and student learning outcomes.
2. Documentation of strong public service orientation and knowledge of or experience with reference service and research consultation.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of or experience with trends in librarianship and scholarly communication.

Preferred Experience:

1. Experience working in an academic library environment.
2. Subject knowledge of or experience in K-12 teaching and/or educational leadership and/or administration.
3. Experience with design and delivery of instruction using a range of modalities approaches and technologies for undergraduate and/or graduate students.
4. Proficiency in multiple modes of reference service and research consultation including in-person chat and phone/video conferencing.
5. Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively and independently in a complex changing environment.
6. Experience with outreach programs and services.
7. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and scholarship.

Application Procedures: Review of applications will begin on 11/13/2025. If it chooses the committee may review applications submitted after this date. This position automatically close March 31 2026. Note: All positions at California State University Fresno are subject to funding availability.

Apply online at:

Attached the following:

1. Letter of interest or cover letter specifically addressing required experience and preferred qualifications
2. Current curriculum vitae
3. Names and contact information of three professional references

Candidates invited for an on-campus visit must submit by mail/e-mail within designated deadline.

The Search Chair will send information and requests for these items.

1. Three current letters of recommendation (dated within 12 months of full consideration date.)
2. Official transcripts

Committee Information and Search process:

Search Chair: Balladolid(Dolly) Lopez
University Library
Email:

About Fresno State

California State University Fresno is an engaged University. We focus on broadening students intellectual horizons fostering lifelong learning skills developing the leaders of tomorrow promoting community involvement and instilling an appreciation of world cultures. We nurture cultural competence by celebrating the rich diversity of the campus community and welcoming the participation of all. Members of the University community are expected to work effectively with faculty staff and students from diverse ethnic cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. For more information on the Universitys commitment and dedication to creating a campus known for its integrity civility equity respect and ethical behavior.

The campus is ranked 2nd in the nation by Washington Monthly for tuition (and tax) dollars; rankedNo. 30 for social mobility in U.S. News and World Reports 2025 Best Colleges rankings; andreceived a 4.5-star rating on a 5-star scale in Moneys 2025 Best Colleges list.

Tenure-Track Faculty members gain a clear path to tenure through the Universitys Probationary Plan Process. For additional information please visit: We value our commitment to the success of our faculty by providing services from the Center for Faculty Excellence to Research and Sponsored Programs.

Our Students:

Fresno State is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); and an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI); This University is committed to serving our students with a focus on inclusion.

About the Fresno State Library:

The Fresno State Library staffed by over 50 professionals and paraprofessionals serves a diverse community of over 24000 students at the undergraduate and graduate level. The Library contains over 1 million print volumes and subscribes to over 250 databases and electronic resource packages. The Library utilizes a liaison structure with librarians providing instruction collection development and reference services to designated colleges. Additionally the Library connects with the wider Fresno and Central Valley communities through a variety of outreach efforts.

Commensurate with qualifications and experience. The anticipated hiring range is $7127-$7500 per month for Assistant Professor (12 monthly payments per academic year). As a member of the 23-campus CSU System we offer an extremely competitive benefits package.

Territorial Acknowledgement:

The Fresno State campus sits in the midst of the San Joaquin Valley a valley rich in the traditions and representation of Native American peoples and cultures. We are grateful to be in the traditional homelands of the Yokuts and Mono peoples whose diverse tribal communities share stewardship over this land.

Other Campus Information:

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A background check (including criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily for this position. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn or employment may be terminated based upon the results of the background investigation.

The person holding this position is considered a limited reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21 2017 as a condition of employment. You can obtain a copy of this Executive order by accessing the following website: State University Fresno is a smoke-free campus. For more information please click State University Fresno is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race religion color national origin ancestry age sex gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation genetic information medical condition disability marital status or protected veteran status.

Out of State Employment
Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04) all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person.

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