Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Director of Special Collections and Archives, this position provides essential work related to public service fulfillment, operational support, collections and space management support, and additional specialized project support.

This is a 1 year temporary assignment. Benefits are included. 

Department Summary

The Special Collections and Archives Department collects, preserves, and provides access to primary sources, specializing in unique and rare materials related to California and the Central Coast region. Examples include architectural records, artists’ books, photographs, audio-visual materials, and other types of materials that libraries separate from general collections for special stewardship and curation.

Key Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of, or ability to learn, interpret and follow, standards, policies, procedures, systems, and best practices in special collections and archives as they relate to reference, reading room operations, reprographic services, collections management, space management, and the ethical use of and access to, and care and protection of collections and resources.
• Ability to be customer-oriented and service-centered in the execution of duties and responsibilities.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and the delivery of library public services.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University.

Education and Experience

• High School or Equivalent certification plus three years of related library and/or clerical experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Salary and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Range:$51,500 - $56,750 annually

Classification Range: $49,944 - $92,076 annually

Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information. 

Cal Poly

Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly’s hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit calpoly.edu.

Diversity Statement

At Cal Poly, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.

Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. Cal Poly is an equal opportunity employer. 

Supplemental 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 Cal Poly. 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 Cal Poly has designated as sensitive.

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 as a condition of employment.

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).

Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.