The New Mexico State Library is hiring a Continuing Education Librarian.
Salary
$25.56 – $40.90 Hourly
$53,165 – $85,064 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 70
Minimum Qualification
Master’s degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association (or recognized by the appropriate body of another country) with two (2) years of experience in performing and providing advanced library technical operations, effective library and information services, plus cataloging experience and managerial experience.
Posting Details
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
Posting End Date: 07/26/2024
For full consideration, please apply by July 12, 2024.
Please visit us at www.nmstatelibrary.org
For full details and to apply: New Mexico State Personnel Office
Created in 1978 by the New Mexico Legislature, the Department of Cultural Affairs represents New Mexico’s dedication to preserving and celebrating the cultural integrity and diversity of our state. The Department oversees a broad range of New Mexico’s arts and cultural heritage agencies. These include 15 divisions representing a variety of programs and services.
Why does the job exist?
This position resides at the New Mexico State Library Development Bureau in Santa Fe. The Continuing Education Librarian is responsible for librarian certification and coordinating continuing education resources and programs for New Mexico’s public library staff. This includes identifying training needs, coordinating and delivering online and in-person training, contracting with expert trainers and promoting professional development opportunities statewide. The Continuing Education Librarian also serves as a consultant to public libraries statewide, providing advice and assistance on all aspects of public library services according to recognized best practices and identified community needs. This position regularly communicates with libraries via phone and email, and conducts routine site visits to public and Tribal libraries statewide. This position requires travel both in and out of state.
How does it get done?
Manages statewide professional development opportunities for New Mexico library staff. Plans, develops, and implements trainings; manages librarian certification; coordinates initiatives with professional associations and other groups; and stays current with trends in professional development to meet the emerging needs of New Mexico library staff.
Manages projects; recruits and sets up contracts with presenters; arranges venues; promotes programs; maintains project and participation records; and evaluates programs for state and national reports.
Provides advice, outreach, and consultative services to librarians and library workers on a broad range of library-related topics as well as leadership, soft-skills, community engagement, and community asset mapping. Participates in staff and organizational meetings and in outreach activities to build awareness of State Library services. Supports other projects, programs, and colleagues as assigned in the Development Bureau and the State Library. Collaborates with other bureaus within the State Library as needed and assigned. Other duties as assigned related to the position.
Participates in professional organizations, including the New Mexico Library Association. Represents the New Mexico State Library in formal programs and presentations, as well as in written and oral communication at the national, state, and local levels.
Who are the customers?
This role is dedicated to serving public libraries and their staff in the State of New Mexico.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate has at least three (3) years of experience in a public library setting; experience assessing professional development needs; experience providing training to meet accessibility needs; and public speaking and customer service experience.
Minimum Qualification
Master’s degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association (or recognized by the appropriate body of another country) with two (2) years of experience in performing and providing advanced library technical operations, effective library and information services, plus cataloging experience and managerial experience.