Reference Librarian

Western New Mexico University • Silver City, NM

47d • $18

About The Position

Provides reference services to Miller Library patrons and support to full-time Miller Library librarians.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 1 year of library experience required. Master's degree in library science or a related field preferred. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Working knowledge of best practices in library reference services, including experience using academic-level library databases.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including experience interacting with people of diverse demographics, life experiences and backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, with the ability and work ethic to perform job duties without constant supervision from a manager.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot normal office &library equipment, such as telephones, copiers, scanners, printers, and micro-film readers.
• Proficiency in using a library ILS preferred.
• Must be knowledgeable of University policies and procedures.
• Must be able to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy.
• Must be sensitive to cultural differences within the University and community.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Requires a valid New Mexico driver's license.
• Must pass a Defensive Driving Course within 2 months of hire date. (If applicable)

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in library science or a related field preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Proficiency in using a library ILS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides reference services to Miller Library patrons in various modalities, including face-to-face, phone, chat, and video conference.
• Processes and maintains Miller Library's print periodicals, including checking in new issues, reporting lost, missing or damaged issues and weeding material according to library retention schedules.
• Performs basic circulation functions.
• Supervises library activities, including student assistants, patrons and building issues in the absence of full-time library staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services