Mgr,Library Operations

Position Summary

The University of New Mexico, College of University Libraries & Learning Sciences (UL&LS), has an opening for a full-time Library Operations Manager. We seek a service-oriented individual with a proven ability to manage effectively in a collaborative environment.  

The successful candidate will lead and manage frontline public services for the Centennial Science & Engineering Library (CSEL), which includes: managing building operations; developing and overseeing service schedules; maintaining collections; coordinating facilities and equipment maintenance; and hiring, training, supervising, and supporting the development of staff and student employees. This position joins the Access Services team, a group whose areas of responsibility include access and help/information services; resource sharing and delivery services; stewardship of physical library collections, including those housed at our new high-density repository; and oversight for learning and creative spaces, including working with our colleagues in the Indigenous Nations Library Program (INLP). The position will serve on the Access Services leadership team and report to the Director of Access Services & Undergraduate Engagement.  The successful candidate will also work closely with other faculty and staff based in CSEL to ensure that the library meets user needs. The position reports to the Director of Access Services & Undergraduate Engagement.

The Environment

Founded in 1889, the University of New Mexico sits on the traditional homelands of the Pueblo of Sandia. The original peoples of New Mexico - Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache - since time immemorial, have deep connections to the land and have made significant contributions to the broader community statewide. We honor the land itself and those who remain stewards of this land throughout the generations and acknowledge our committed relationship to Indigenous peoples. We gratefully recognize our history.

UNM is a Tier I Research Institution, a Hispanic-serving institution, and the flagship university in a majority minority state. To support UNM’s diverse campus constituents and colleagues, the College of University Libraries & Learning Sciences affirms its commitment to honor diversity, ensure fairness and access, and create an environment where all employees are treated respectfully. These commitments include supporting the University and CULLS’ DEIA efforts and the College’s Anti-Racism statement.

UNM is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, Center for Research Libraries, and the Greater Western Library Alliance and leads the LIBROS Consortium of seventeen academic libraries in New Mexico. The College is comprised of the University Libraries, an academic degree granting unit (Organization, Information, and Learning Sciences), and the University of New Mexico Press. The UNM Libraries contain over 3.5 million volumes and includes three libraries: Centennial Science & Engineering Library, Fine Arts & Design Library, and Zimmerman Library (humanities, social sciences, business, and education). Zimmerman Library houses the Center for Southwest Research and Special Collections. UNM is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator.

Centennial Science & Engineering Library supports the teaching and research programs of the University with a focus on life sciences, physical sciences, and engineering. The Library is home to the Map and Geographic Information Center (MAGIC) and contains an extensive collection of technical reports and government documents. The Library also supports technology-rich spaces and services, including specialized software for quantitative, qualitative, and spatial research as well as game development, and a virtual reality space. In addition, CSEL is home to UNM’s Math Learning Lab (MaLL), a collaborative learning space supporting mathematics education.

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See the Position Description for additional information.

Bachelor's degree; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing user support in library public service settings, including in-person and virtual settings
• Experience planning, organizing, and overseeing public service delivery in an academic library setting
• Excellent customer service skills
• Experience managing and completing projects
• Experience hiring, training, and supervising staff and/or student employees
• Experience managing building operations, such as maintaining building hours, maintaining collections, and coordinating facilities and equipment maintenance.
• Experience developing, implementing, and interpreting goals, policies, and procedures
• Demonstrated oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively, both as a team member and leader
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and student success

Applicants with any combination of the preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply. In your cover letter, please provide examples or describe the areas where you have demonstrated interest or experience.  We strongly encourage interested candidates who are members of minoritized or marginalized groups to inquire or apply.

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The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees. For detailed information, visit https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.html

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.