Posting Detail Information
Working TitleStudent Success Librarian
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Posting Number202500133F
Proposed Annual Salary Range$66,667-$72,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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Position TypeFaculty
Work Hours/Week40
Description of Work Unit
The Colorado State University ( CSU ) Libraries are at the heart of fostering learning, research, and community engagement. We are committed to providing access to information, ensuring that all users benefit from our resources.
Morgan Library serves as a dynamic hub where students connect with vital information and innovative resources. At the CSU Libraries, you will be collaborating with and working alongside around 80 passionate faculty and staff members, as well as 80-100 motivated student employees, all united in meeting the diverse informational needs of our users in physical and digital spaces. We encourage and reinforce curiosity, professional growth, innovation, and leadership opportunities through dedicated time and funding in a supportive academic setting that values continuous learning.
This position is within the Student Success Unit, which focuses on building foundational information literacy skills, supporting programs that help students transition to CSU , and collaborating with campus programs to provide support for holistic student success. Join us on this journey toward an informed future. Explore, learn, and grow with CSU Libraries!
Tenure/Tenure Track?No
% Research0
% Teaching90
% Service10
% Administration0
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on08/04/2025
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position Summary
As a Student Success Librarian, you'll be at the forefront of transforming information literacy for undergraduates, helping students transition to the university, and sharing the research potential of an academic library. You'll harness cutting-edge online tools, forge meaningful partnerships across campus, and create engaging programs that boost academic performance and nurture students' overall well-being.
The Student Success Librarian will:
Design and deliver captivating instruction sessions that transform students into savvy information seekers
Collaborate with faculty and campus leaders to integrate information literacy into actionable learning outcomes
Spearhead innovative library programs that ignite student curiosity and foster a love for learning
Provide programming and outreach activities to our diverse population of undergraduate students
Demonstrate an understanding ofCSU's mission (https://www.colostate.edu/land-grant/%20) and our Libraries' mission, vision, and strategic goals.
This position reports to the Head of Student Success and is part of a team of librarians working together to support student success at CSU .
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
Please review the special instructions for more information about what the cover letter should address.
Master's degree in library science from an ALA -accredited program or international equivalent by time of appointment
Excellent communication skills that demonstrate your ability to connect with a diverse array of students, faculty, and staff
A creative spark and the flexibility to adapt to our ever-changing academic landscape
Demonstrated understanding of the American Library Association's "Core Values of Librarianship" and how they relate to the mission and work of the CSU Libraries.
Preferred Job Qualifications
none
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants for this position should include a cover letter and a resume or curriculum vitae. We encourage you to communicate how your skills and experiences transfer to the qualifications in ways that may not be obvious. In the cover letter, you should explain how your unique combination of experience, skills, and expertise aligns with the job, addressing each required qualification. Relevant experience can come from various @contexts, including professional roles (inside or outside libraries), coursework, and more.
All applications will be reviewed by human readers, not AI software. We welcome applicants with a range of experiences, including those new to the profession. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Want to learn more about this position?
Please join us for an information session where we will share details about the university, our library, and the position. No registration is required.
Session 1: Jul16, 2025 11:00 am MT
Where: Zoom Meeting ID: 994 0898 8051 or Click link to join:https://zoom.us/j/99408988051
Session 2: Jul 17, 2025 11:00 am MT
Where: Zoom Meeting ID: 939 5809 2300 or Click link to join:https://zoom.us/j/93958092300
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The @type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Search ContactAlyssa Baechle, libraryhumanresources@colostate.edu
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategoryLibrarianship
Duty/Responsibility
This position supports student success at Colorado State University by engaging in several critical initiatives:
Empower Future Leaders: Design and deliver library instruction and integrate innovative online tools to cultivate critical information literacy skills in undergraduates.
Build Bridges Across Campus: Serve as a critical collaborator, forging partnerships with faculty, academic units, and campus organizations. Your efforts will directly support both library and university strategic priorities, creating a more connected and information-rich campus ecosystem, and will contribute to broader student success goals at the university level.
Ignite Curiosity and Engagement: Use your creative skills to plan and execute exciting library-based events and activities. You'll play a key role in reshaping perceptions of the library as a trusted resource for students as they navigate the complex world of academic information.
Shape the Future of CSU Libraries: Lend your voice and expertise to library and university committees, task forces, and advisory groups. Your insights will help steer the direction of our services and shape our impact.
Embrace New Challenges: Take on special projects and duties that push the boundaries of what a modern academic library can be. Your adaptability and innovation will be key to our evolving success.
Percentage Of Time90
Job Duty CategoryService
Duty/Responsibility
As a Libraries faculty member, the Student Success Librarian will engage in service activities in support of the CSU Libraries, the University, and/or relevant regional and national professional organizations.
Percentage Of Time10
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
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