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Paulina June & George Pollak Library
Ethnic Studies Librarian
Senior Assistant Librarian, Tenure-Track
Summer 2026

The Pollak Library at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure-track Ethnic Studies Librarian to join our dedicated community of librarians, staff, and student assistants. Preferred start date of July 1, 2026 - September 1, 2026.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. CSUF complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

In addition, California State University, Fullerton is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. As one of the largest campuses in the CSU system, Cal State Fullerton fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. The university values teaching, research, and service, creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can thrive. Cal State Fullerton is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The university also received the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2021 and 2024 from Excelencia in Education, the nation's leading authority on Latinx student success. Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse student population of over 45,000 and a faculty and staff population of 4,000. Cal State Fullerton is firmly committed to helping students achieve academic excellence, career success, and economic mobility. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We continuously seek individuals from various disciplines who share the university's mission and core values. We welcome you to consider joining the Titan community.

CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups you can join to support your success.

Position
The Ethnic Studies Librarian serves as the subject specialist and liaison to students and faculty in the African American Studies and Asian American Studies departments, providing library instruction, research support, collection development, and outreach. Strong disciplinary expertise in Ethnic Studies and/or related fields is expected. This position teaches specialized, course-integrated instruction sessions in both in-person and virtual formats and designs and delivers library-sponsored workshops on disciplinary-specific and general topics. As a member of the Public Services Unit, the Ethnic Studies Librarian also participates in general reference and instruction services (e.g. reference desk hours, both in-person and online, and general library instruction sessions). This librarian provides in-depth research consultations in person and online and develops research guides, tutorials, and other asynchronous learning resources to support student learning and research in Ethnic Studies. The successful candidate will also work collaboratively with faculty to develop library collections in Ethnic Studies and related areas. The Ethnic Studies librarian may also support additional departments and programs as needed.

Librarians at CSUF have faculty status and are expected to meet promotion and tenure requirements, including scholarly/professional and service activities as outlined in Library Department Personnel Standards.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Library's extensive instruction program by planning, teaching, and assessing faculty-requested library instruction sessions
• In collaboration with the reference team of librarians, provide research assistance to the campus community via in-person and virtual research consultations and scheduled reference shifts
• Perform subject liaison roles for African American Studies, Asian American Studies, and other Ethnic Studies departments as needed, developing collaborative relationships with faculty.
• Lead the library team supporting Diversity Initiatives & Resource Centers (DIRC), serving as liaison to the centers as needed
• Work with the Collection Development & Management Librarian to identify and select materials in subject areas, and consult on accreditation reports
• Create and maintain online instructional materials and subject-specific content for the library website
• Take part in scholarly/creative activities and serve on department, library, professional, and university committees, as part of the required tenure and promotion process
• Contribute to library strategic initiatives, special projects, and other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent institution by the time of appointment
• Academic background or demonstrated expertise in any of the disciplines within Ethnic Studies or related fields (e.g., African American Studies, Asian American Studies, Native American & Indigenous Studies, Chicana/o & Latinx Studies, Middle Eastern & North African Studies, Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian Studies, Critical Race Studies, or other interdisciplinary Ethnic Studies areas).
• Knowledge and experience with discipline-specific information databases and other research resources
• Experience in research assistance via in-person, virtual reference, consultations, and teaching information literacy in higher education or comparable area
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability or expertise supporting a diverse environment with co-workers, students, faculty, and the wider campus community
• Evidence of, or interest in, the pursuit of scholarly, creative, and professional activities
• Ability to balance core librarian duties with scholarly, creative, and professional growth activities and service
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends  

Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Ethnic Studies or related fields (e.g., African American Studies, Asian American Studies, Native American & Indigenous Studies, Chicana/o & Latinx Studies, Middle Eastern & North African Studies, Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian Studies, Critical Race Studies, or other interdisciplinary Ethnic Studies areas).
• Experience integrating emerging technologies to develop and lead dynamic, engaging library instructional sessions
• Experience supporting library outreach efforts to the campus community in person and online

Application Procedure
A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. To apply, please go to: https://hr.fullerton.edu/workforce/careers.html to view all job listings and select 557012 to begin the application process and provide the following materials:

• Letter of interest (relating your experience to the required and preferred qualifications)
• Current curriculum vitae
• Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words):
• Inclusive excellence is a strategic framework that recognizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in achieving organizational success and high-quality learning and teaching. It's a way of thinking and acting that integrates these values into all aspects of an institution, from curriculum and pedagogy to recruitment and hiring. Essentially, it means that excellence is not just about achieving high standards, but also about ensuring that all members of the community have the opportunity to thrive and contribute (Williams et al., 2005).
  • With the Inclusive Excellence Statement, we aim to learn about the applicant's perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement should showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students, including but not limited to those of diverse ages, abilities, cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, languages, religions, and sexual orientations.
  • Cal State Fullerton serves a student body that reflects the rich cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic mosaic of Southern California. Please provide concrete examples of how you, as a faculty member, will support our students in one or more of the following areas, which fall under the areas of awareness and understanding, experience and commitment, and future plans.
    1. Your contributions (past, present, or future) to embedding perspectives that are reflective of the student population into your teaching and/or scholarship.
    2. Your experience in service activities that are reflective of a diverse student population.
    3. Your experience and commitment to mentoring and providing opportunities to a diverse student body inside and outside the classroom environment.
    4. Your experience integrating creative activities that are inclusive of the identities of our student body and communities.
• A list of three references with relevant contact information
  • Semi-Finalists must submit three letters of recommendation. Please have these ready for thereferents to submit. On the References page of the online application, enter information and emailaddresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. Atthe appropriate time in the search process, they will receive a request via email along with information onuploading the letter. You can verify that CSUF has received each letter by loggingback into your applicant portal.
  • Finalists will be asked to have each of their three referents submit a letter of recommendation. Please have these ready for the referents to offer should you proceed with this search phase.

Please direct all questions about the position to: Jolene Judziewicz: jjudziewicz@fullerton.edu or call (657) 278-4067

Application Deadline
Completed applications (all three items under "Application Procedure" above) received by June 1, 2026, shall be given first consideration. Position will remain open until filled.

The Library
We serve more than 40,000 students as well as approximately 4,000 faculty and staff. Our website, http://www.library.fullerton.edu, is a vital component of the Library's extensive instruction program and serves as a gateway to library resources that include 1.6 million books, government documents, and audiovisual materials; over 230,000 periodicals available electronically or in print; and over 400 electronic databases. The staff includes 20 FTE librarians, 27 FTE paraprofessionals, and 57 student assistants. Reference and instruction librarians teach an average of 800 instruction sessions per academic year and maintain one of the busiest reference services operations in the CSU system.

The College of Humanities & Social Sciences 
In accordance with California State law (AB 1460), the California State University (CSU) system requires all undergraduate students to complete at least one three-unit Ethnic Studies course as part of their General Education (GE) package in order to graduate. This Ethnic Studies requirement is designed to ensure that every graduate gains foundational knowledge of the histories, cultures, and lived experiences of historically marginalized racial and ethnic groups, such as African Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans, and Latinx communities, and meets core competencies that include critical analysis of race, racism, and social justice. At CSUF, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) plays a central role in supporting this requirement by offering a range of Ethnic Studies and related courses taught through departments such as African American Studies, Asian American Studies, and Chicana and Chicano Studies. The Ethnic Studies Librarian supports this requirement by building and managing collections aligned with curriculum in Ethnic Studies and related disciplines, working closely with department faculty, and providing dedicated library instruction and research support for Ethnic Studies courses.

Compensation

The Senior Assistant Librarian 12-month classification salary range is $7,127 to $15,211. The anticipated hiring range is $7,127 to $7,227 per month. A 10-month appointment is also an option 

Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work (https://www....