Senior Assistant Librarian - Business

The California State University; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The California State University is looking for a full-time, tenure-track Business Librarian to support faculty and students at the SJSU King Library starting October 2026.

The role includes providing research support, conducting instruction, and managing information resources for business programs while engaging in required scholarship and governance for tenure.

The ideal candidate will possess a master's degree in library science, strong communication skills, and a commitment to serving diverse student populations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library science or equivalent is required.
• Experience in instruction and reference services.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty to enhance curriculum-specific information use.
• Provide consultative services to students and researchers.
• Maintain awareness of research trends and technology in business.

Skills

Information literacy instruction

Reference services

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree accredited by the American Library Association

Job description

Position Description

The SJSU King Library is seeking a full‑time, tenure‑track Business Librarian to begin in October 2026 or earlier. The role supports faculty and students in Lucas College and Graduate School of Business through instruction, reference services, and collection development, while engaging in governance and scholarship required for tenure.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business faculty to facilitate the effective use of curriculum‑specific information resources.
• Provide reference, consultative, and instructional services to undergraduates, graduate students, teachers, and researchers in synchronous and asynchronous formats.
• Select and evaluate information resources that support curricular and research needs of business programs.
• Maintain awareness of 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 for tenure and promotion.
• Participate in shared governance at department, college, and university levels.
• Demonstrate awareness and experience addressing the needs of a diverse student population through inclusive practices.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree 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 an appropriate level.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Awareness of the educational goals of socially and economically diverse student populations.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Other Duties

Employees are mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083. Faculty may be designated as Campus Security Authority and required to complete Clery Act training and report incidents. Employees must complete all CSU employee training relevant to their role (e.g., Data Security, FERPA, Title IX). Employment is contingent on U.S. residence and eligibility to work in the United States.

Equal Employment Statement

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. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff as well as University programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.