New Mexico Library Association

NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY is accepting applications for a Department Head of Circulation in the Access Services department.

For further information and to apply online, visit their website https://careers.nmsu.edu/jobs/lib-dept-head-circulation-las-cruces-new-mexico-united-states, Posting #498277. For more information about working at NMSU please visit https://talent.nmsu.edu/

New Mexico State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, NMSU does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, retaliation, serious medical condition, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, spousal affiliation or protected veteran status in its program or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs.

The New Mexico State Archives and Records Center is seeking an Archives Division Director. The purpose of this position is to manage the State Archives of New Mexico by providing administrative and professional leadership to the division to ensure quality access to and preservation of the permanent government records of New Mexico.

The division director develops, implements, and monitors program functions relating to appraisal, arrangement, cataloging, description, access, preservation, and maintenance of public and private records. This position establishes goals, policies, procedures, rules, and task assignments, prepares and reviews job descriptions, conducts employment interviews and recommends hiring and disciplinary actions, and conducts interim and annual performance evaluations.

The incumbent in this position will have experience in accessioning, processing, preservation, arrangement, photographs, video, and sound recordings. The incumbent will supervise archival staff, hire/terminate/ discipline employees in accordance with SPO and SRCA policies.  The incumbent will help develop and carry out SRCA's strategic plan and shall meet all deadlines as assigned. The incumbent will ensure preservation and access to public records and private collections by following established rules and policies. The incumbent will supervise the employee in charge of grant applications for funding as needed. The incumbent will advocate for and promote the State Records Center and Archives through outreach programs and educational presentations.

If you are interested, please apply for Job ID 135271 directly at

https://careers.share.state.nm.us/

Position: Library Branch/Unit Manager

Job Type: Full Time

Department: Arts & Culture

Salary: $56,368.00 - $59,238.40 Annually

Best Consideration Date: July 11, 2023

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SUMMARY

Direct, manage, supervise and participate in the work of staff responsible for providing a wide variety of services to the library patrons within one or more library facilities or units including the planning and directing of support services; supervise the activities and operations of those engaged in maintaining the collection and distribution; recommend the purchase of reference materials and coordinate exhibits and displays; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions and outside agencies and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Assistant Library Director.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in library or information science from an American Library Association (ALA) certified institution; and

Three (3) years of managerial acquisition, cataloging or patron services experience in an academic, public, or special library; and

To include two (2) years of supervisory experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE

• Principles and practices of library management, program development and administration
• Operational characteristics, services and activities and cataloging services program
• Principles and practices of effective and efficient patron services
• Principles and practices of book collection, replacement and de-selection
• Local, regional and national information resources and retrieval systems
• Principles and practices of an integrated library system (ILS)  
• Principles and practices of library circulation, reference, adult services and children's programs
• Principles and practices of supervision, training, performance evaluation and selection of staff
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation
• Principles and practices of modern computer operations
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations

• Oversee and participate in the management of the operations, services and activities of a library branch or unit
• Plan, direct, evaluate and coordinate the work of lower level staff
• Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff
• Oversee the implementation of support services
• Participate in the development and administration of goals, objectives and procedures
• Interpret, explain and enforce City policies pertaining to library operation and function
• Operate a variety of library and office equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Perform analysis of patron service operations and recommend modifications, analyze problems and identify alternative solutions
• Plan and prepare future library services
• Prepare and administer facility or unit budget
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports
• Respond to requests and inquiries from department personnel
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Maintain the confidentiality of the information received
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

All applications should be submitted directly through the City of Albuquerque Careers Website.

Position: Senior Librarian

Department: Adult Services - Thomas Branigan Library

Job Type: Full-time Regular

Salary: $53,723.90 - $76,425.65 Annually

Best Consideration Date: July 10, 2023

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SUMMARY

Plans, develops, coordinates, promotes, presents and supervises various library programs and services to meet needs of patron; performs professional library work involving reference assistance, reader's advisory and collection development; may oversee the work of assigned staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Selects, procures, organizes, and makes available data, information, and creative and scholarly works; provides services that assist and instruct people in the most efficient and effective ways to identify, locate, access, and use public information and resources; provides information and interpretation concerning library services, policies and procedures.
• Plans, develops, coordinates, promotes, presents and supervises various library programs and services to meet the needs of the community; conducts outreach programs, speaks to community groups and schools, and develops and distributes marketing materials to promote the City Library and programs.
• Manages and coordinates collection development; reviews various sources and lists of library books & materials available, evaluates options, selects materials to meet the needs of the community, and recommends additions to the collection; reviews and evaluates current collection and recommends the removal of books and other resources that are no longer appropriate for the collection; manages expenditures and budget.
• Performs library reference and research services using specialized bibliographic databases, Internet services and Inter-library loan resources; organizes reference services activities; analyzes and responds to difficult reference inquiries.
• Circulates materials and coordinates patron services; processes book requests; researches multiple databases to determine availability of items and correct source of borrowing; administers checking in and out procedures for Library materials; authorizes and initiates book renewals; creates new patron records; provides daily supervision and training for pages, volunteers and community service workers.
• Oversees, trains, and monitors the performance of assigned personnel; prepares schedules and assigns work activities to staff and volunteers; prepares and processes a variety of departmental reports including operational and statistical reports.
• Oversees library security and assures patrons comply with policies and procedures; performs special research and program development projects as assigned.
• Maintains expertise in field of service through participation in applicable educational opportunities.

Masters Degree in Library Science and three years experience in a public library environment.  A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public library administration; methods and procedures for developing and maintaining library collections; policies, rules and regulations governing the conduct and safety of library programs and facilities; library classification, cataloging, and acquisition protocols; techniques and protocols for researching a wide variety of online bibliographic databases; business and personal computers, and specialized software applications; City municipal code, policies and procedures.

Ability to:  Assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands; communicate effectively in verbal and written forms; establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers and customers 

WORK SITUATION FACTORS

Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and responding to customer issues.  Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies. 

PHYSICAL FACTORS

Light physical demands; mostly desk work; some lifting of heavy books and materials. Frequent use of a personal computer.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

All applications must be submitted directly through the City of Las Cruces Careers Website.

Position: Librarian (Public and Technical Services)

Organization: Institute of American Indian Arts Library

Type: Full Time

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SUMMARY

Reporting to the Library Director, the position provides a wide range of library services. The position’s main responsibilities include public service, overseeing cataloging and circulation management in our ILS (OCLC Worldshare), and teaching information literacy to the students. Other responsibilities include evening shift coverage and supervising job duties conducted by work-study students. Support IAIA’s mission, vision and core values. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work a 40-hour week that would normally include evening shifts, currently Monday-Thursday but subject to change.
• Perform a wide range of public service functions, which include but is not limited to:

1. Provide reference and circulation assistance to library patrons. 
2. Collaborate with faculty and the Instruction and Reference Librarian to provide library instruction as necessary. 
3. Teach and assist student, faculty, and staff based on their research needs. 
4. Troubleshoot technology problems for patrons using the library’s public computers. 
5. Serve as a liaison to the IAIA Research Center. 
6. Participating and initiating outreach and programming initiatives.

• Perform a wide range of cataloging and collection management functions, which include but is not limited to the following responsibilities: 

1. Identify, evaluate, and select appropriate organization of materials. 
2. Update and maintain catalog and circulation records and policies in the integrated library system (ILS). 
3. Catalog and classify a variety of materials including print, audiovisual, and special format materials using copy cataloging and original cataloging in a timely manner.
4. Serve as liaison to Libros Consortium to resolve technical issues with the ILS.
5. Collaborate with other staff for collection development. 

• Perform a range duties related to the oversight and direction of Student Workers assigned to the Library, which include but is not limited to the following responsibilities:

Provide evening library supervision and reference services. 

Train student workers in library procedures, collection organization, and circulation. 

• Community and Professional Involvement objectives: 

1. Maintain membership in and participate in professional organizations. 
2. Participate in library staff meetings and IAIA community meetings and events.
3. Keep abreast of library trends.
4. Complete other duties/project as assigned or needed.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

· Experience with OCLC Connexion.

· Knowledge of copyright.

· Knowledge of non-MARC metadata standards, such as Dublin Core or MODS.

· Experience with non-traditional or first-generation students in a multicultural environment.

· Knowledge of Indigenous Research Methodologies.

WORKING CONDITIONS

· Reading and interpreting basic to complex data/information/guidelines/ procedures related to integrated library/catalog systems, research, and academic-related data/information. 

· Presenting the library- or catalog-related information in a public forum. 

· Effectively utilizing applicable computer systems and/or applications. 

· Meeting the essential work hour requirements during regular semesters. 

· A job evaluation of this position will include an assessment of performance results based on the essential functions. 

· Occasional travel for meetings, conferences, and other events using personal or company vehicle. 

· Management has the right to revise this job description at any time, with or without notice. 

· This job description does not list all the duties of this position. 

· The job description is not a contract for employment. 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

All applications should be submitted directly through the IAIA careers website. For questions please reach out to the Library Director at sara.quimby@iaia.edu.