DEPARTMENT:   Library 

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:  Assistant Librarian

TIMEBASE/POSITION TYPE:  Temporary, Part-time

APPROXIMATE STARTING DATE:   Spring 2026

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:  The Cal Poly Maritime Academy Library invites applications for a pool of part-time librarians as needed. Responsibilities may include any combination of the following:

• Supporting library instruction and teaching library workshops.
• Providing reference services through varied modalities – in person, email, chat, and Zoom
• Representing the library at campus-wide outreach events
• Creating and updating online resources, including webpages, guides, and tutorials

PLEASE NOTE:

• Appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Librarian.
• Appointments from the part-time pool are temporary, so applicants must be available on very short notice.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. 

ABOUT CAL POLY MARITIME ACADEMY: Located on a compact but scenic waterfront campus in Vallejo, California (30 miles northeast of San Francisco), Cal Poly Maritime Academy is a unique and specialized campus of the 23-campus system. Serving a population of approximately 1000 undergraduate and 50 graduate students, we are one of only seven degree-granting maritime academies in the United States — and the only one on the West Coast. Cal Poly Maritime Academy offers seven baccalaureate degrees in Business Administration, International Strategy and Security, Facilities Engineering Technology, Marine Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Marine Transportation, and Oceanography. The undergraduate curriculum includes licensing programs for future merchant marine, Coast Guard, and Naval Reserve officers. Cal Poly Maritime Academy also offers a Master of Science in Transportation and Engineering Management degree.  Please visit our website for more information about Cal Poly Maritime Academy.

Our programs focus on intellectual learning, applied technology, leadership development, and global awareness. Cal Poly Maritime Academy students participate in training cruises aboard the Training Ship Golden Bear or other international educational experiences - gaining a unique perspective on our increasingly global culture and economy. Cal Poly Maritime Academy is committed to being a leading educational institution recognized for excellence in the business, engineering, operations, security, and policy of the transportation industries of the Pacific Rim and beyond. We are equally committed to hiring and retaining diverse and dedicated faculty and staff who lead the way in helping our students expand their knowledge and potential.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This is a non-tenure-track position in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Supporting library instruction and teaching library workshops.
• Providing reference services through varied modalities – in person, email, chat, and Zoom
• Representing the library at campus-wide outreach events
• Creating and updating online resources, including webpages, guides, and tutorials

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent institution by the time of appointment.
• Experience providing reference, instruction, or outreach services to a diverse population.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collegially in a team setting.
• Demonstrated competency working with computer applications and the ability to learn new software applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate to a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to interact sensitively and effectively in a multi-cultural environment. 

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Three or more years of relevant experience.
• Experience in or potential for developing and leading engaging library-related instruction sessions.
• Experience in promoting library-related programs.
• Experience working in an academic library.

SALARY COMPENSATION: Salary is commensurate with the education, qualifications, and experience of the individual.  The full-time classification salary range for the position is: 

• CSU Range: Assistant Librarian: $6,288 - $7,658
• Anticipated pro-rated monthly hiring range based on hours (10-20 per week) and experience: $1,572-$3,144.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: 

• The typical classroom and office environment is in a two-story building with elevator access.

ELIGIBILITY TO WORK: 

• Applicants must provide proof of US citizenship or authorization to work in the United States within three days from the date of hire.
• A background check investigation (including a criminal records check) is required prior to employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of a current CSU employees who was conditionally offered the position.
• Applicants must submit on hire official documentation as proof of degree, license, or certificates as required.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested parties must apply online through our Cal Poly Maritime Academy Jobs website.  Click “APPLY NOW” to complete and submit the Cal Poly Maritime Academy  Employment Application and attach the following:

1. Cal Poly Maritime Academy Employment Application (required)
2. Letter of interest
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. In later phases of the search, Finalists may be requested to provide the following information prior to a final campus interview:
   1. Names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three letters of recommendation (professional references)
   2. Teaching evaluations (if any)
   3. Other information as needed

TITLE IX:  Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at on the CSU Title IX website.

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, Cal Poly Maritime Academy 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. Cal Poly Maritime Academy 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.

Cal Poly Maritime Academy is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly Maritime Academy, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

MANDATED REPORTER: The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

NOTIFICATION:  Based upon a review of applications and accompanying documents, only those persons whose qualifications best match job requirements will be interviewed.  Applicants not selected for an interview will be notified only after the position closes and the successful candidate has been selected. 

INTEGRATION:

Effective July 1, 2025, the California State University Maritime Academy integrated with California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, forming one academic institution operated as California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. All employment positions previously associated with California State University Maritime Academy have transitioned to California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.

Employment continues to be governed by California State University policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements. As we integrate our human resources and administrative systems, some materials may still display legacy Cal Maritime branding and templates.

DISCLAIMER: The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained may be modified or changed.