Job Description
This position resides at New Mexico State Library in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This position is responsible for managing the work of the Library Development Bureau ( a team of four positions, along with the two employees of the Tribal Library program) and to provide support to public and tribal libraries and public library services for all New Mexicans. This position is responsible for performing budget, accounting, and audit functions. The position is responsible for management, as well as to ensure the continuances of existing programs of the bureau (summer reading program, GO Bonds, state aid, tribal library program, librarian certification, library statistics, youth services and continuing education) and to create new programs that benefit both public and tribal libraries in New Mexico. This position also is responsible for updating regulations governing public and tribal libraries in New Mexico. This position will be responsible for knowing, using and updating social media (I.e., web sites, Facebook, Twitter, etc.). This position also has a place on the State Librarian's Management Team, assisting in the creating of a library-wide strategic plan, the five year federal Library Services Team Act (LSTA) plan and the Library Development Bureau's strategic plan. This position is responsible for state regulations that deal with service to the public and tribal libraries of the state, and recommends changes and works with Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) legal counsel and the library field to implement change. Applicant must have a Master's Degree in Library Science, Library and Information Science or Information Science from a college of university accredited by the American Library Association
Library Development Bureau Chief (DCA #4801)
Salary: $50,897.60 - $88,524.80 Annually $24.47 - $42.56
Location: Santa Fe (City), NM Santa Fe (City), NM
Job Type: Permanent
Position Department: Department of Cultural Affairs
Job Number: 2016-03409
Closing: 10/11/2016 11:59 PM Mountain
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This position will not be paid above the midpoint of the pay band.
This position is a Pay Band 85.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's Degree in any field of study from an accredited college or university and eight (8) years of professional level experience with a light strategic impact directly related to the purpose of the position defined by the agency at the time of recruitment. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling twelve (12) years may substitute for the required education and experience. A hiring agency will designate a portion of the required experience to include management, supervisory and/or specialized experience. Any required licensure, certification or registration shall be defined at the time of recruitment and will be in addition to the above requirements.
Employment Requirements: Employment is subject to a pre-employment background investigation and is conditional pending results. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must obtain and maintain a current Defensive Driving Certificate from the state of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
Statutory Requirements: If a Statutory Requirement is associated with a position in this Manager Category, it will apply.
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Working Conditions: Ability to lift over 25lbs, occasional bending, lifting, standing, reaching, the ability to use personal computer and sit for long periods at a time, frequent in-state travel with occasional overnight stays and occasional out-of-state travel.
Conditions of Employment: Working Conditions for individual positions in this Manager Category Level will vary based on each agency's utilization, essential functions, and the recruitment needs at the time a vacancy is posted. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Default FLSA Status: Exempt. FLSA status may be determined to be different at the agency level based on the agency's utilization of the position.
Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered by a collective bargaining unit.
Agency Contact Information: LaNelle Haught (505) 476-9783 or email: LaNelle.Haught@state.nm.us
Link to Agency: http://www.newmexicoculture.org/welcome.html
Applicant Help/How to Apply: http://www.spo.state.nm.us/State_Employment.aspx
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The State’s General Services Department Risk Management Division, Employee Benefits Bureau (EBB), is responsible for the procurement and oversight of employee benefits - including Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance. EBB insures approximately 68,000 State of New Mexico and Local Public Body employees and family members. The State’s Group Benefits Plan also offers COBRA, Flexible Spending Account Programs, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Erisa Administrative Services, Inc. (Erisa) is the State’s Third Party Administrator. They provide benefits administration to all plan participants, and offer knowledgeable staff to answer your questions. To learn more Benefit Information
In addition to the benefits listed above, the State of New Mexico Offers a retirement plan and a medical program for retirees. For more information regarding the State of New Mexico's plans you can visit the following websites:
Public Employees Retirement Association of New Mexico Website
New Mexico Retiree Health Care Authority
Agency: State of New Mexico
Address 2600 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87505.
Website http://www.spo.state.nm.us
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Closes 10/11/2016
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505-476-9783
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