University of New Mexico Libraries

Library Resident in Research and Instruction Services



The University of New Mexico Libraries has an opening (JR# 6409) for a
Library Resident in Research and Instruction Services.  This is a
full-time, 12 month faculty position.  The desired start date is July 1,
2008.  The faculty rank will be Visting Lecturer III.  This position may
be extended by the University Libraries for up to one additional year
subject to program needs, library budget, and job performance.  The
annual salary is $40,000.



Position Description 

This post-MLS residency is designed for recent graduates of ALA
accredited library and information science programs.  Prior professional
experience is not expected.  The Research and Instruction Services
Resident will participate in an extensive orientation program that
provides the opportunity to develop expertise in aspects of an academic
research library such as research and instruction services, public and
technical services, library administration, special collections, library
research programs and library technology.  This position reports
directly to the Director of Zimmerman Library. Residents will
participate in faculty governance as detailed in the UNM Faculty
Handbook.



Education and Experience

Minimum Requirements:

Master's degree from an ALA-accredited Library/Information Science
program obtained between December 1, 2006 and July 1, 2008. 
Experience working with culturally diverse populations. 
Coursework in public services, library instruction or electronic
resources. 
Interest in and/or experience with library public services, information
literacy, or outreach activities.


Preferred (Desired) Qualifications:

Demonstrated knowledge of or experience working with Native American
Tribal and/or Hispanic communities and issues of the Southwest Library
instruction or teaching experience. 
Reference or library information desk experience. 
Coursework or experience working with government documents. 
Interest, coursework or experience in library technical services,
organization of information, acquisitions, or cataloging. 
Demonstrated motivation to learn new technologies such as working in a
Windows-based environment, especially productivity software,
communication packages, or Web page development. 
Demonstrated problem solving experience. 
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.


Primary Duties

Provide public service with emphasis on general reference and
instruction. 
Participate in collection development, the development of web-based
services, e.g. subject pages, finding guides, and online tutorials and
other liaison activities as assigned. 
Participate in library technology problem solving, discussions, and
applications. 
Participate in collection development, outreach, or technical services
activities, as appropriate. 
Provide effective and timely supervision of any assigned employees
including all required training, career development, and performance
reviews. 
Participate in faculty governance meetings, as appropriate, and in
library management meetings, as required. 


Environment

Th
e University of New Mexico Libraries is a member of the
Associparticipates in the OCLC system as a member of AMIGOS. The
University Libraries contains over 2 million volumes and includes four
branch libraries, Centennial Science and Engineering Library, Fine Arts
& Design Library, Parish Memorial Library (business and economics), and
Zimmerman Library (education, humanities and social sciences). Zimmerman
Library also houses the Center for Southwest Research and Special
Collections. The University Libraries is a regional library in the
Federal Depository Library Program. The Libraries use Innovative
Interfaces, Inc. for OPAC, circulation, acquisitions and serials control
systems. 



The UNM main campus enrolls 32,000 students and employs 2,900 faculty
and 5,000 staff. UNM offers 103 baccalaureate degrees, 73 master's
degrees and 40 doctoral degrees 3and professional degrees. The
University of New Mexico is a Tier I Research Institution and a
Hispanic-Serving Institution. UNM attracts a culturally diverse student
population. For more information on the libraries, please visit our
website at http://elibrary.unm.edu. For more information on the
Residency Program, see our website at
http://elibrary.unm.edu/residentprogram/. 



To Apply

Required Application Materials: 

Resume, names and contact information of three references, signed letter
of interest ADDRESSING THE MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS LISTED,
and an unofficial copy of MLS transcript. 



Submit to (email preferred):

Linda Skye, Search Coordinator

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University of New Mexico Libraries

MSC 05 3020

1 University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM, 87131-0001

Fax: (505) 277-7196



Deadline

The search will remain open until the position is filled. For best
consideration, complete applications should be received by our office no
later than February 18, 2008.



The University of New Mexico is an Equal Employment
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator.