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Temporary Teacher Resource Center Specialist

(Library Services Specialist II)

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated hiring salary is $1990.50 per month (Step 1).  Full-time equivalent salary is $3,981 per month.

The salary range for this classification is $3,981 - $5,800 per month (full-time equivalent).

• This part-time (equivalent to 20 hours per week) position is temporary and expected to end on or before 1 year from the date of hire. Extension of this assignment is contingent upon sufficient additional funding and satisfactory performance.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Dean, this position works in the Teacher Resource Center (TRC), which provides books, media, educational kits, and curricular materials to Fresno State students/faculty/staff, pre-K-12 educators, and community members. This position 1) provides customer service at the TRC service desk, answering patron questions and providing tours of the TRC; 2) maintains the TRC space and collections; 3) assists with exhibits, displays, and outreach for the TRC; and 4) assists the TRC librarian in selecting and deselecting materials and creating and maintaining resource guides.

Essential Job functions

• Provide excellent customer service at the TRC service point including assisting patrons in person, by phone and via email.
• Maintain TRC stacks and shelve materials.
• Prepare displays, exhibits, and reading lists to market the TRC collection.
• Participate in the collection development process (selection and deselection) including coordination of TRC deselection and purchase suggestions.
• Create LibGuides and other educational materials for TRC.
• Coordinate, plan, and staff programming and events (readings, course visits, etc).
• Create content, book lists, and event descriptions for website.

Secondary Job Functions

• Provide backup oversight of TRC student assistants
• Maintain and coordinate marketing materials for TRC.
• Coordinate cataloging and records management of TRC materials.
• Prepare and maintain statistical records and reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications

• Knowledge of:
  
  • Working knowledge of library terminology.
  • Proficient in library organizational structure, policies and procedures including those pertaining to the Teacher Resource Center and ability to apply them accurately in performing work functions.
  • Full proficiency in the use of automated library systems pertaining to circulation and records management.
  • General knowledge of library collection organization and classification scheme and ability to interpret bibliographic records.
  • University and library's policies and practices associated with the ethical use of and access to library and on-line resources.
  • General knowledge of accounting and budget procedures, including the ability to perform arithmetic operations to track and monitor accounts and budgets.
  • Knowledge of computer office systems and ability to use a broad range of technology, systems, and software packages (Microsoft Office Suite, Google apps)
• Skill/Ability to:
  
  • Ability to interpret library unit's policies and procedures and apply them accurately in performing work functions, as well as the ability to evaluate procedures and recommend changes.
  • Demonstrated problem solving and research skills to address standard and non-standard work problems.
  • Demonstrated ability to compile and present information in an organized manner.
  • Effective communication and interpretive skills to be able to assist in resolving patron problems and complaints, assess patron information needs, and orient and guide patrons in use of library resources.
  • Ability to effectively provide lead work direction and training to student workers and an understanding of employment and payroll procedures related to student workers.
  • Take initiative to develop projects, find resources and obtain information.
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills with ability to conduct presentations and trainings.
  • Demonstrated competence in using Google Suite and other software applications to create, share, and access information.
  • Highly collaborative, including demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups of students, faculty, staff, and community members.
  • Ability to serve as a resource to students, staff, and the community in responding to inquiries and providing detailed information concerning campus news and events.
  • Ability to create and maintain program records and provide data for review in developing and implementing strategies and activities.

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• Completion of a high school education or equivalent certification.
• Two years of related library and/or administrative support experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Department Summary

The Fresno State Library supports the University mission of education, research and service. To this end, the Library selects, develops, manages and provides access to information resources; promotes the critical use of information for learning and research; and presents cultural and scholarly programming that serves the campus, region and beyond.

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by August 16, 2026 will be given full consideration by the search committee.

• Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click "Apply Now" to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resume/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe. Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Human Resources Department at (559) 278-2032.

Title IX

Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix

Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act Notification

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://occr.fresnostate.edu/clery.html. 

The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Fresno State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at jhorio@mail.fresnostate.edu.

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.  Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu.

Background Check Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

Additional Information

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. 

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)