About the role#
This is a part-time, on-site work-study position at the University of New Mexico Los Alamos campus. The role supports daily library operations through circulation tasks, collection maintenance, and patron assistance.
What you'll do#
- Shelve books and magazines using the Library of Congress Classification system and perform shelf reading.
- Provide circulation services, such as checking materials in and out, while maintaining confidential patron data in the WMS system.
- Assist patrons with reference resources and specialized online databases.
- Process new library materials and handle preliminary Interlibrary Loan tasks.
- Use OCLC Connexion and WMS for copy cataloging.
- Perform administrative tasks using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
- Assist with collection maintenance, including inventory, shifting, and weeding projects.
- Help with intersession cleaning and provide computer troubleshooting or maintenance if you have those skills.
What you'll need#
- Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask and remain flexible.
- Reliability and a commitment to the job.
- Capacity to work with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time, work-study.
- Term: Rolling.
About The University of New Mexico
The University of New Mexico is a public institution founded in 1889. It is based in Albuquerque and maintains a campus spanning 600 acres. The university employs over 11,000 people and provides 210 certificate and degree programs. Its academic offerings include medicine, pharmacy, law, and architecture.
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