About the Resident Program

Job Description-2007. The 2007-2008 Resident Position has been filled.

This post-MLIS residency is designed for recent graduates of ALA-accredited library and information science programs. Prior professional experience is neither required nor expected. The Resident will participate in an extensive orientation program, as laid out in the Resident Manual, that provides the opportunity to develop expertise in all aspects of an academic research library including: research and instruction services, public and technical services, library administration, special collections, library research programs and library technology. Appointments are non-tenure track with a rank of Visiting Lecturer. Residents will participate in faculty governance as detailed in the UNM Faculty Handbook.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

Minimum and preferred qualifications, and primary duties are current for the 2007 appointment, and subject to change for subsequent appointments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited Library/Information Science program obtained between December 1, 2005 and July 1, 2007.
• 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:

• Library instruction or teaching experience.
• Reference or library information desk experience.
• Coursework or experience working with government documents.
• Coursework in technical services, organization of information, or cataloging.
• Interest in and/or experience with library technical services, 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 or technical services activities, as appropriate.
• Assist with outreach programs and/or in our research programs: DILARES (Division of Ibero and Latin American Resources/Services), INLP (Indigenous Nations Library Program), CHIPOTLE (Chicano, Hispano, Latino Library Program) 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.

About the University Libraries

The University Libraries (UL) of the University of New Mexico is comprised of four libraries, containing over 2 million volumes: Centennial Science and Engineering Library, Fine Arts Library, Parish Memorial Library (business and economics), and Zimmerman Library (education, humanities and social sciences). The Center for Southwest Research is also a part of the UL. The UL is a member of the Association of Research Libraries and the Greater Western Library Alliance and participates in the OCLC system as a member of AMIGOS. The UL is a regional library in the Federal Depository Library Program. The UL uses Innovative Interfaces, Inc. for OPAC, circulation, acquisitions and serials control systems. The UNM main campus enrolls 26,000 students and employs 3,100 faculty and 7,200 staff. UNM offers 92 baccalaureate degrees, 68 master’s degrees and 38 doctoral and professional degrees. The University attracts a culturally diverse student population.

For more information, please contact Zimmerman Library Director.