Library Specialist

Compensation: $19.58 - $23.49 Compensation Type: Employee Employment Type: Regular Grade: NE08 Position Summary Under the supervision of the Library Associate Director, the Library Specialist will be responsible for providing instruction and assistance to library patrons in the use of library services, equipment, and technology. Duties & Responsibilities Meets with patrons where the request, solution and available options are clear; provides instruction and assistance to patrons; assists patrons in the use of library equipment and technology. Conducts library tours and/or orientation classes; customizes orientation class presentation to class/topic; instructs students in the use of library services and resources. Troubleshoots library hardware and software issues as well as non-routine library issues. Performs various clerical tasks using standard word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Organizes and performs multiple tasks following technical procedures and government regulations. Performs other related duties of a similar nature and level as assigned. Performs circulation activities, which include recording patron data and due date; inspecting returned books for damage; sorting books, publications and other materials by classification code and returning them to shelves, files, or other storage areas. Answers routine inquiries and refers patrons to Librarian, as appropriate. Assists with collection development and preparation of library materials. Compiles and publishes statistics related to library use and holdings. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in related field, three (3) years of full-time related experience, and one (1) year of full time related library experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferences: Oral/Verbal fluency in Spanish Supervisory experience Demonstrated experience in information technology support and troubleshooting Best Consideration Date: November 3, 2023 Department: Library EEO STATEMENT: As an EEO employer, Central New Mexico Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Central New Mexico Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. The Collaborative for Higher Education Shared Services, or CHESS, is a nonprofit that employs a unique approach to transform the student experience and streamline administrative operations. The partners are Clovis Community College, Central New Mexico Community College, Northern New Mexico College, San Juan College, and Santa Fe Community College. The solution will align key business processes and systems using a more efficient, more secure, and fully integrated Enterprise Resource Planning system as the foundation. The college presidents serve on the CHESS Board of Directors to manage the needs of the diverse group and to ensure a true collaboration among all colleges in the decision-making process.

Salary : $20 - $23