Job Description

Requisition ID
req33190


Working Title
Library Assistant - CSWR


Pay
$12.00 - $13.50 Hourly


Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM


Department
CULLS (107A)


Employment Type
Student Employment


Student Type
Work-Study


Status
Non-Exempt


Background Check Required

For Best Consideration Date
5/15/2025


Position Summary
Welcome researchers from UNM and across the world at the Access Desk for the Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections in Zimmerman Library. Works closely with CSWR staff to retrieve and shelve CSWR materials for researcher use. Answers routine and directional questions, in person and by phone. Performs clerical and customer service functions. Conducts searches for missing items. Processes duplication projects and requests by a variety of means including scanning and digitizing. Performs a variety of digitization projects as directed by archivists. Assists archivists with basic processing of CSWR archival materials; may work on preservation and conservation. Follows archival policies and practices in the handling of unique, fragile and rare materials. May assist with basic research/reference inquiries. May assist with training and supervising of new student employees. Special projects as assigned.


Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent interpersonal/customer service skills; a successful candidate should enjoy interacting with people from diverse backgrounds. Good technical, office and organizational skills. Ability to carry out detailed tasks accurately and completely. Ability to work independently. Ability to apply appropriate archival and security policies and procedures. Interest in working with archival and rare materials and materials emphasizing the history and cultures of the Southwest. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

The following skills are beneficial but not necessary to be considered a qualified applicant: Knowledge of Southwestern and/or Latin American history. Knowledge of Library of Congress call number system. Knowledge of archives or special collections. Library or archival experience. Ability to speak Spanish or a Native American language.

Application Instructions


Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Required documents: Resume & Cover Letter

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. University of New Mexico

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