Librarian – Head of Public Services
New Mexico Highlands University Portal
On-site
Las Vegas, New Mexico, United States
Position Summary
The Librarian – Head of Public Services provides information services, which supports the academic and research needs of the University community. Under the general direction of the Library Director, the Head of Public Services Librarian oversees reference/information services and circulation services. The librarian coordinates activities and supervises personnel in these areas. The librarian develops public programs for the campus and surrounding community. In addition, teaches the 1-credit hour research course and provides bibliographic instruction for individual classes.
Duties And Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and schedule library associates, technicians, clerks and student assistants. Plan, organize, coordinate, measure, and evaluate work activities; Prepare monthly statistical reports and other reports as needed; Oversee circulation services including circulation of material, sending notices and course reserves; Develop and maintain public service policies and procedures; Work with the collections librarian in selecting reference books, select and weed books for assigned subject areas; Review sources (Choice) for the selection of materials for possible purchase; Prepare bibliographies, research guides, LibGuides, etc.; Analyze use and appropriateness of reference and standing orders in concert with the Head of Collection and Instruction Division; Teach one-credit hour Library Research Course; Provide assistance at the Reference Desk, as well as provide research assistance to patrons in person and via phone, mail, email, and video conferences on a rotational basis; Schedules reference desk coverage; Assist users in using library resources, providing information on library services, facilities, regulations and standard references; Maintain library spaces that are conducive to learning; Promote library services by planning public forums, presentations, etc.; Organize Library events such as reading programs, lectures, exhibits, and National Library Week; Participate as a member of the University Faculty committees; Use OCLC WorldShare Management System for circulation tasks; Read job-related information and research concerning aspects of library development, publication, and involvement in library associations; Maintain regular attendance; Perform any other Library related activity as instructed by the Associate Library Director and the Library Director.
Physical Demands
Standing-Occasionally Repetitive hand motions, prolonged use of computer-Frequently Walking-Frequently Bending-Occasionally Squatting-Occasionally Climbing-Occasionally Kneeling-Occasionally Sitting-Frequently Lifting up to 40 pounds-Occasionally
Preferred Qualifications
Professional library or academic library experience in public services.
The Librarian – Head of Public Services provides information services, which supports the academic and research needs of the University community. Under the general direction of the Library Director, the Head of Public Services Librarian oversees reference/information services and circulation services. The librarian coordinates activities and supervises personnel in these areas. The librarian develops public programs for the campus and surrounding community. In addition, teaches the 1-credit hour research course and provides bibliographic instruction for individual classes.
Duties And Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and schedule library associates, technicians, clerks and student assistants. Plan, organize, coordinate, measure, and evaluate work activities; Prepare monthly statistical reports and other reports as needed; Oversee circulation services including circulation of material, sending notices and course reserves; Develop and maintain public service policies and procedures; Work with the collections librarian in selecting reference books, select and weed books for assigned subject areas; Review sources (Choice) for the selection of materials for possible purchase; Prepare bibliographies, research guides, LibGuides, etc.; Analyze use and appropriateness of reference and standing orders in concert with the Head of Collection and Instruction Division; Teach one-credit hour Library Research Course; Provide assistance at the Reference Desk, as well as provide research assistance to patrons in person and via phone, mail, email, and video conferences on a rotational basis; Schedules reference desk coverage; Assist users in using library resources, providing information on library services, facilities, regulations and standard references; Maintain library spaces that are conducive to learning; Promote library services by planning public forums, presentations, etc.; Organize Library events such as reading programs, lectures, exhibits, and National Library Week; Participate as a member of the University Faculty committees; Use OCLC WorldShare Management System for circulation tasks; Read job-related information and research concerning aspects of library development, publication, and involvement in library associations; Maintain regular attendance; Perform any other Library related activity as instructed by the Associate Library Director and the Library Director.
Physical Demands
Standing-Occasionally Repetitive hand motions, prolonged use of computer-Frequently Walking-Frequently Bending-Occasionally Squatting-Occasionally Climbing-Occasionally Kneeling-Occasionally Sitting-Frequently Lifting up to 40 pounds-Occasionally
Preferred Qualifications
Professional library or academic library experience in public services.