Job Description
Library Specialist, Lead
Salary: $50,439.41 - $56,744.59 Annually
Location: Carlsbad
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number 202300111
Department: LIBRARY
Opening Date: 08/25/2025
Examples of Duties
Required : A Bachelor Degree with one (1) year of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined. As needed, must be willing to work evenings and/or weekends.
Equivalency: Completion of a post-secondary degree or certificate may substitute for years of experience. Any combination of education, training, and/or experience as approved by the Human Resources Department.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Level: Nine (9)
Salary: $50,439.41 - $56,744.59 per hour DOE
Background:
Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools.
Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support.
The college’s diverse employee pool includes 38 full-time faculty, 69 adjunct faculty, and 102 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website.
Purpose and Scope:
Under direct supervision, the Library Specialist, Lead performs specialized library tasks to support daily library operations and services. Responsibilities include a range of technical, clerical, operational, and customer service duties within one or more functional areas of library services. This position plays a key role in assisting with the delivery of resources and services to students, faculty, staff, and the public, ensuring a welcoming, efficient, and service-oriented environment.
The Library Specialist, Lead, may also assist in developing policies, procedures, and programs for institutional library operations and services at the request of the Library Director. Duties may involve work in circulation, reference assistance, interlibrary loans, technical services, archives, collection maintenance, and outreach activities. Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties listed represent typical responsibilities of this classification and do not include all tasks that may be assigned. Similar or related duties may also be required.
- With minimal supervision, manages, maintains, and oversees library integrated library system.
- Performs specialized technical tasks to ensure system components are functioning properly.
- Resolves routine operational problems and provides first-level troubleshooting of relevant library systems.
- Leads in the planning, organizing, and implementation of technology related library services.
- Review, evaluate, and ensure appropriate services are being provided to library clients and staff
- Assists library visitors with reference and library related services.
- Performs standard circulation and circulation desk duties, as needed.
- Communicate with vendors and campus TSS experts related to digital and technology related services.
- Creates and develops tutorials, training, and promotional materials for online and print access.
- Collaborate on projects and activities, as assigned.
- Serve on committees and workgroups, as assigned.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned to support the overall operation and mission of the library.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Capable of navigating library management software for checkouts, renewals, item searches, and patron accounts.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Able to interact courteously and effectively with diverse patrons, staff, and community members in person, over the phone, and via email.
- A bility to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and efficiently. Demonstrates attention to detail and reliability in performing assigned tasks.
- Computer literacy, including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications or similar software. Competent in word processing, spreadsheets, email, and internet research.
- The ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks in a busy, public-facing environment.
- Skill in basic troubleshooting of library equipment such as printers, copiers, and public computers. Provides first-level support and resolves routine operational issues.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Supports a cooperative work environment while also managing individual responsibilities with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of general library operations, procedures, and customer service practices.
Understands the basic functions of a library, including circulation, cataloging, and public service responsibilities.
Affirmative Action Statement:
SENMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Work Environment and Physical Demand:
- Reach and grasp objects
- Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Use of video display terminal
- Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
- Communicate information orally and in writing
- Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
- Proofread and check documents for accuracy
- Work a fluctuating work schedule
Performing the essential functions of this position requires the use of a computer throughout most of the workday, the ability to navigate a typical office environment, significant amounts of interpersonal interaction including oral and written communication, and the ability to keep track of multiple tasks, projects, deadlines, information sources and business processes. This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Salary/Compensation: $50,439 - $56,745 per year
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Southeast New Mexico College
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office, Local area, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,