Job Description
Position Summary
The Academic Librarian oversees all aspects of library collections, policies and programs in a collaborative environment. The incumbent in this position will work under the direct supervision of the Library Director. Library students enrolled in a Master’s program are encouraged to apply.
This is an on-site position and is open until filled.
- Oversee and maintain library collections (print and electronic), including ordering, processing, maintenance, and inventory.
- Assist in monitoring the library budgets through knowledge of the ordering system, tracking purchase requisitions, purchase orders, shipping documents, invoices, and other financial documents approved by the Library Director.
- Coordinate and process course reserve materials.
- Manage and facilitate discovery of and accessibility of materials in Special Collections and College Archives.
- Work collaboratively with the Access Services and Operations Manager to ensure interlibrary loan, shelving, course reserves and other services are provided to patrons in a timely, cordial, efficient, and organized manner.
- Suggest, coordinate, and facilitate user engagement initiatives geared towards improving user services.
- Work with the Library Director to perform troubleshooting for electronic resources.
- Lead instructional sessions for students and academic units.
- Work with the Library Director and faculty to develop online research guides that support the curriculum as well as resource instruction.
- Help patrons access information through the use of the online catalog, the library website, library databases, and other search engines.
- Staff public service desks, provide library orientations, instructional sessions, and reference services as needed.
- Address and resolve complaints from patrons and/or staff, or forward to the director, as necessary.
- Maintain library operations in the absence of the director, which may include opening and closing the facility.
- Assist in maintaining a friendly, and productive environment for learning, studying, and collaboration.
- Display a willingness to learn new processes.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned by the director.
Additional Info & Requirements
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Prior library-related experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject, or a Master’s degree in any subject.
- Experience working with databases; especially OCLC and EBSCO.
- Strong customer relations and interpersonal skills.
PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Masters in Library Science degree.
- Familiarity with an integrated library system.
- Familiarity with Electronic Resource Management.
- Experience using collaborative productivity tools such as Google Drive and MS Office.
- Experience working with budgets.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Standing and sitting for extended periods of time.
- Lifting, pushing and pulling up to 30 lbs. on a periodic basis.
- Bending, reaching, stooping, and kneeling.
The Community
About Northern New Mexico College
Situated in the Española Valley of northern New Mexico, there is easy access to many mountain ranges, lakes and wilderness areas. The area is convenient to many outdoor activities such as skiing, hiking, biking, and river sports like rafting and kayaking. Española is 30 minutes from Santa Fe and 45 minutes to Taos. It is truly New Mexico.
EEO STATEMENT: NNMC is an equal opportunity employer.
HR Info
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: A complete application must include:
1) cover letter, 2) resume, 3) names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references, and 4) transcripts (unofficial is okay for the application). References will be contacted in conjunction with interviews. Must be available to interview remotely or in person.
Required application materials should be sent to: humanresources@nnmc.edu.