Position Details

Position Information

Position

Library Associate – Reference Section

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Job Type

Regular

Position Summary

The Library Associate for Reference provides information and access services to support the academic and research needs of the University community.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the professional librarians in developing and maintaining the Collection, which includes ordering, withdrawing, filing.
• Develops subject bibliographies and research strategies to assist library users with library electronic resources.
• Instructs students, faculty, and staff in the use of library resources.
• Promotes library services, which includes library tours.
• Initiates and assesses on a continual basis, the inventory of all library resources.
• Facilitates project management completion of library projects, as assigned.
• Orders division supplies when necessary.
• Performs monthly and as-needed reports.
• Trains and schedules technicians, clerical workers and student assistants.
• Edits databases as required.
• Oversees circulation desk as needed.
• Assists Interlibrary Loan office as needed.
• Develops and maintains current public services policies and procedures.
• Creates pamphlets, brochures, flyers, etc. to promote library services.
• On a rotational basis, provides assistance at the Reference Desk, as well as provides research assistance to patrons in person and via phone, mail, email and chat (Online Helpdesk).
• Responds to comments and suggestions submitted to suggestion boxes in Library and on-line;
• Conducts weekly door alarm checks;
• Commitment for reading job-related information.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Perform any other Library related activity as instructed by the Public Services Librarian.

Minimum Job Requirements

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university.

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of library, clerical, or customer service experience.

Preferred Qualifications

EXPERIENCE: o Reference desk experience o Customer Service experience o Library experience.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

• Willing to work evenings, weekends, odd hours, and holidays as required;
• Occasional travel is required.
• Typical schedule is Sunday through Thursday, from 1:00PM until 10:00PM; Sunday through Thursday, from 3:00 PM until 12:00 AM during extended library hours; and Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM during semester breaks.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Use of bibliographic library databases.
• Windows based operating systems.
• Microsoft office products.
• Research skills.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrate a commitment to working in a team environment as well as commitment to diversity, continuous improvement, and the university philosophy.

Physical Demands

• Sitting ……………………………………………..…………………………..…Frequently
• Standing……………………………………………………………………..…..Occasionally
• Walking.…………………………………………………………………..……..Occasionally
• Bending………………………………………………………………..…..…….Occasionally
• Squatting………………………………………………………..……………….Occasionally
• Climbing …………………………………………………………..………..….Occasionally
• Kneeling ………………………………………………………….…………….Occasionally
• Lifting up to 40 pounds……………………………………………………..….Occasionally
• Repetitive hand motions, prolonged use of computer………..……Frequently

Working Environment

Work is performed in a typical interior/office work environment. Work with frequent interruptions. Work in dirty/dusty conditions occasionally. Occasionally work around fumes/odors.

Pay Rate

42,140.80

Work Location/Campus Center

Las Vegas, NM Campus

EEO Statement

New Mexico Highlands University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to the University values of diversity, accessibility, excellence, and responsiveness. For disabled access or services call 505-454-3242 or email hr@nmhu.edu. Visit the link below for more information regarding affirmative action and equal opportunity: Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number AS1033P

Open Date 09/02/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link

https://nmhu.peopleadmin.com/postings/9874

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Typical schedule is Sunday through Thursday, from 1:00PM until 10:00PM; Sunday through Thursday, from 3:00 PM until 12:00 AM during extended library hours; and Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM during semester breaks. Would you be able to work these hours? * Yes * No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/ Letter of Interest
• Unofficial Transcripts Conferring Required Degree

Optional Documents