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State Library Positions

Vacant library positions at the State Library, including application requirements and deadlines, are listed on the New Mexico State Personnel Office web site. If you experience problems in obtaining this information, please contact Angela Soliz , Human Resources Officer, at (505) 476-9783.

There are no advertised openings at the New Mexico State Library at this time.

Library Positions in New Mexico

Vacant library positions around the state are listed regularly in the State Library's Hitchhiker newsletter. If you wish to submit a job opening or to update an announcement, please contact Robert Upton at (505) 476-9764 or Fax (505) 476-9761. You may also mail information to: 1209 Camino Carlos Rey, Santa Fe, NM 87507-5166.

Library director. The Placitas Community Library Board of Directors seeks a library director for a part-time, paid position. Placitas is an unincorporated area of approximately 5,200 residents north of Albuquerque and east of Bernalillo. PCL was established in 2004, and is a 501c3 full-service public library that is staffed by approximately 50 volunteers and funded through donations, bond issues, and grants. The director serves as head of the library, proposes and implements library projects and policies, and provides leadership for continuous improvement of service to the community. General responsibilities include overseeing budget/finance, collection management, personnel, facility, services, and chairing the Management Team of library service area coordinators.
The Board seeks someone who is committed to the mission and philosophy of public library service and to the Placitas community; has excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; can work effectively with the library board, elected officials, and community groups; has the ability to support, supervise, and motivate volunteer staff; has computer expertise; and has an MLIS or equivalent experience. The successful candidate is not required to live in Placitas. Preferred start date: January 1, 2011. It is expected that the director will spend 12-15 hours/week in the library with the stipend dependent upon PCL resources and the successful candidate’s level of experience. Interested applicants should send resume, cover letter, and names of three references to placitascommunitylibrary@yahoo.com . Applications accepted through September 30, 2010. PCL is an AA/EEO organization. For more information, please contact Rebecca Watson-Boone (PCL Director) Mondays 9-4 and Fridays 9-12 at (505) 867-3355 (rebecca.watsonboone@gmail.com ) or Jim Pilcher (Library Board President) at pilcherj1@netzero.com .

Library tech. The College of Santa Fe is searching for a Library Technician (Req #: laur-0000591) to work a Saturday-Wednesday schedule. The position requires evening work until 11 p.m. This position is responsible for collaboration with library services staff. The Library Technician will coordinate the library's document delivery service and support the work of the library's teams. The Library Tech is responsible for providing excellent customer service to all patrons using the library and for providing support for all the technical aspects of the library's functions. Responsibilities include: serving students, faculty, staff, and community members at the circulation desk; assisting patrons with library resources and equipment; processing library materials; creating exhibits; training and supervising workstudy students; shelving books, DVDs, music, and periodicals; providing minimal reference assistance; shifting and moving library collections; assembling shelving and furniture; assisting with the college archives; and opening and closing the library. The Library Tech is also responsible for enforcing all library policies and must be comfortable with independent decision making and working alone. Requires a B.A. degree, experience in library or equivalent setting (i.e., library vendor or consortium), familiarity with library databases and search techniques, proficiency in M.S. Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel, and excellent customer service skills. The position is posted at www.csf.edu/careers . Select “College of Santa Fe” and search all positions. Apply online. For additional information, contact Valerie Nye, (505) 473-6575. Laureate Education, Inc., and all of it subsidiaries or affiliates, are equal opportunity employers. EOE

Library director. New Mexico Junior College is advertising for applicants to fill the position of Director of Library Services. This position is responsible to the Vice President for Instruction. As the Director of Library Services, this person’s responsibilities include: supervision of all library personnel; developing policies and procedures for the library; administer the library budget; administer the U.S. Federal and New Mexico State Publications Depository Programs; administer the technical and public services section; provide reference service to patrons; serve as the College’s representative on the Estacado Library Information Networks (ELIN) Management Council; serve as the College liaison to local, state, and federal library organizations; and work closely with the faculty and community in support of their needs. Nothing contained herein shall limit the president in assigning the employee to any of the various college activities for which he/she would be qualified in order to meet the needs of New Mexico Junior College. Qualifications are a Master of Library Science degree from a regionally accredited institution with ALA accreditation. The candidate will have a thorough working knowledge of integrated library automation systems and be familiar with current trends and issues in library technology and the provision of services. The candidate will be able to demonstrate the ability to articulate a vision for library services and apply that vision to the needs of the community and its constituencies. The candidate will have a proven ability to manage people and foster teamwork in a higher education library setting. New Mexico Junior College is a comprehensive community college with a full range of transfer and vocational/technical programs. Campus is located on the Llano Estacado in southeastern New Mexico, approximately 100 miles from Lubbock and Midland-Odessa, TX and Roswell, New Mexico. The city of Hobbs has a population of approximately 38,000 and the junior college district a population of 64,000. The newly remodeled Pannell Library collections include over 80,000 print volumes, 30,000 e-books, 200 serial titles, a wide variety of electronic resources, and is a limited Federal Documents Depository. This would be a rewarding professional opportunity for the right applicant. Developing technology based services in the NMJC library is an integral part of the Estacado Library Information Network (a multi-type library consortium). See the New Mexico Junior College web site . This is a full-time, exempt, twelve-month professional position. Salary range is $55,516 to $69,395 commensurate with experience and education. Standard NMJC benefits apply. Application accepted until position is filled. Submit NMJC application form, letter of application (cover letter), resume, unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required prior to employment), and eight reference names with current addresses and phone numbers to: Human Resources, New Mexico Junior College, 1 Thunderbird Circle, Hobbs, NM 88240; or call 575-492-2790; toll free 1-800-657-6260; Fax 575-492-2796; e-mail: kmiller@nmjc.edu. New Mexico Junior College is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Children's librarian. The City of Gallup has an opening for Children/Young Adult Services Librarian at the Octavia Fellin Public Library. Minimum required qualifications include an ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) and two years experience in professional library work; a valid driver’s license (must meet City’s insurability requirements); proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel. Preferred qualifications include two years professional experience managing children’s and young adult library services; any level of experience working with library computer systems, databases, handheld devices, and other emerging technologies; any level of experience developing and implementing children’s and youth adult programs and an outreach including but not limited to storytelling and book talking. Administers the overall children’s and young adult program and oversees the development of library collections for the program; assures that children’s and young adult library materials are properly cataloged, circulated, shelved, and easily available for patron use; assists library customers (children, young adults, care givers, educators, etc) in locating answers to questions in person, by telephone, email; using the variety of available resources including print, non-print, and electronic databases; selects children’s and young adult materials in accordance with the needs and interests of the library’s diverse community and collections development plan; instructs and advises customers in the use of the on-line catalog system, classification system, using on-line database and evaluating Internet, handheld devisors, and other available resources; performs readers’ advisory work; develops and presents programs of interest to children and young adults; establishes and maintains contacts with customers, community groups, and organizations and the media; performs outreach activities and represents the library in activities of community organizations to promote library services and programs; assists in budget preparation and monitoring expenditures; trains staff and provides leadership to staff in the interpretation and implementation of Library policy; works closely with schools, daycare centers, and other community programs directly related to children and young adults; shares responsibility for maintaining relationships with other departments with regard to their special needs and timetables; works closely with the Adult Services Librarian to coordinate library services and programs; serves as member of management team; maintains awareness of developments in the profession; and performs other related duties as assigned. This is a regular, full-time position with beginning pay of $17.85-18.94. Applications can obtained online or by calling: 505-863-1212; fax to 505-726-2053, or mail to 110 West Aztec, Gallup, New Mexico 87301 Atten: Human Resources Department. The City of Gallup is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment or the provision of services on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, age, gender, Vietnam Era or disabled veteran status, sexual orientation or medical condition. The City of Gallup enforces a drug-free workplace.

Librarian. New Mexico State University Library invites applications for the position of Acquisitions Librarian (12 month appointment, non-tenure track, College Assistant Professor). Req. #2010005726. With the budget management team, the Acquisition Librarian plans, develops, and manages Voyager fund allocations and fund structure within the base budget ledger for the library materials budget ($2+ million); works closely with collection development coordinator and subject specialists regarding budgetary aspects of collection development; in consultation with the department head develops and implements policies, standards, goals, and procedures to continuously improve workflow; provides leadership and supervision of staff in the Acquisitions Unit; conducts performance reviews and provides input for merit assessments. As a college faculty member of the library, is responsible for achieving in the areas of librarianship and service. Required qualifications are an MLS from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent; ability to supervise staff; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to work in cross-organizational collaboration; strong critical thinking skills; must be able to work with vendors. Preferred are 1-3 years professional experience in mid-to-large size academic or research library; demonstrated budget or accounting experience; previous management experience; knowledge of integrated library system, preferably Voyager; proficiency with Excel and Access; experience with vendor negotiations, licensing agreements, and electronic invoicing. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. For benefits see the University’s Human Resources website . Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter stating qualifications, a resume, and names, addresses, (including e-mail), and telephone numbers of three references to Leticia Phetteplace, New Mexico State University Library, Box 30006, MSC 3475, Las Cruces, NM 88003-8006; e-mail leti@lib.nmsu.edu ; fax (575)-646-6940. Review of applications will begin September 15 and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information, visit the website. For additional information about New Mexico State University, visit the website. NMSU is an EEO/AA employer. Men and women, and members of all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply. Offer of employment contingent upon verification of the individual's eligibility for employment in the United States.

Librarian. San Juan College has an opening for a Reference Librarian, Part-Time (20 Hrs Per Week) – $23,000. The Reference Librarian reports directly to the Director of Library Services and is responsible for reference service, circulation and administrative support. The successful candidate will provide enthusiastic and creative reference services including instruction and assistance to library users, reference service, collection development, and general participation on the reference team. Responsibilities include: remaining informed and up-to-date on relevant trends in instructional and reference services; provide and promote reference services to all library patrons; explore and develop opportunities to integrate library resources and services into campus curriculum; collaborate with librarians and staff to develop instructional materials, orientations, workshops, and classes; assist in developing, teaching, and evaluating information literacy and library instruction sessions and associated material. Evening and weekend shifts are required. Requires a Master’s degree in Library Science and a minimum of three years library experience. Experience with instruction and reference services (traditional and electronic) is highly desirable. Computer experience should include HTML, Microsoft Office software, and familiarity with Web 2.0 library related resources. Candidate must have solid communications skills and a commitment to customer service. Physical Requirements: Varied walking, standing, sitting and bending with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs of books, library materials and/or related office equipment and supplies. All candidates are subject to a Criminal Background Investigation prior to any offer of employment. The application process will remain open until filled. Interested applicants must submit a San Juan College application for employment; a letter of application indicating how the candidate meets the above listed qualification requirements; a current resume; a copy of transcripts of all academic work; and three current letters of reference. Send to San Juan College Human Resources, 4601 College Blvd., Farmington, NM 87402; phone: (505) 566-3215 Fax: (505) 566-3521.