Lecturer III - Library Director -- University of New Mexico -- Taos, NM

Posting Number: req31594
Employment Type: Faculty
Faculty Type: Lecturer
Hiring Department: Taos Branch
Academic Location: Taos Branch
Campus: Taos
Benefits Eligible: The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary
UNM-Taos is excited to announce an external competitive search for a Library Director/Lecturer III. The University of New Mexico, Taos Library, invites applications for a full-time twelve (12) month faculty position as a Lecturer/Library Director, non-tenured appointment. Salary is $70,000-73,000 annually. All Lecturer appointments at UNM provide for promotional and multi-year contract opportunities.

Under the general supervision of the Dean of Instruction, the Library Faculty//Director provides leadership for the development, assessment, administration and oversight of all library services, including, but not limited to: public and technical services (including all original cataloging and direct oversight of copy cataloging activities), facilities, equipment needs, library budget planning, collection development, library instruction and faculty outreach, acquisitions, student technology lending program, and computer operations. Supervises and evaluates full-time library staff. Represents the UNM-Taos Campus Library on various campus and state committees.

Position Summary Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage all aspect of the day-to-day library operations in a collaborative environment.
• Serves as an advocate for the Library and promotes its services and resources.
• Develops, maintains and oversees department budget/procurement/resources according to University Policy.
• Formulates and executes library policies and procedures, as appropriate.
• Supervises the staff within the Library (includes work allocation and scheduling, professional development, performance evaluation and makes recommendation for personnel actions).
• Encourages and promotes the development of staff members within the library.
• May review, evaluate and select library materials in areas of expertise for library collection development, and may serve as a liaison to teaching faculty.
• Maintains data bases and library data/statistics
• Facilitates the implementation of software platform configuration and settings, as well as additional non-programming implementation tasks.
• Maintains library databases and licenses.
• Serves as the representative for the University for all library related initiatives internally and externally for the campus.
• Demonstrated commitment to the University Mission and Vision.

As a key steward of regional history and culture, the Library Director will manage and further develop the Senator Carlos Cisneros and Healy Foundation Land Grant and Acequia Archives. Established in collaboration with acequia associations, this archive is a dedicated repository of historical acequia documents, some of which date back centuries. This collection preserves unique records of the region's original commissioners, their infrastructure projects, legal histories, and the complex community challenges they navigated. The Library Director will play an essential role in community conversations, curating and expanding this distinctive historical resource, and connecting UNM-Taos with its rich cultural heritage.

Faculty duties include development and evaluation of curricula, serving on campus committees, mentoring, attending faculty meetings, participating in departmental activities and other related duties consistent with the role of community college faculty member.
The successful candidates will be expected to assume a primarily administrative/management workload that includes service and professional development/scholarly work. Instructional duties may be assigned in credentialed discipline.

Drawing on nationally recognized and research-based practices, such as Guided Pathways, UNM-Taos is committed to academic excellence, which starts with professionals who advise, instruct, and support students in achieving their educational and career goals. In this way, our campus promotes an environment of learning, encourages a growth mindset, and prioritizes continuous improvement both inside the classroom and outside the classroom with a commitment to mentorship and professional development opportunities for our faculty and staff. UNM-Taos professionals draw on high impact practices that increase inclusion and equity such as culturally relevant pedagogy, teaching to learn, and creating a sense of community and belonging college-wide

Benefits Eligible: The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

This position is for the University of New Mexico Taos Branch located in Taos, NM, approximately 132 miles North of Albuquerque, NM

Why work at UNM-Taos?
Thank you for your interest in employment at The University of New Mexico-Taos.

The University of New Mexico-Taos, one of the four branch campuses of the state’s flagship institution, UNM. UNM-Taos is a comprehensive community college serving the region from “cradle to career” with an award-winning early childhood education and care center; pre-college programs including high school equivalency, dual enrollment and early college; vocational and technical courses and short-term certificates; associate degrees in ten programs; transfer and articulation to four-year institutions in New Mexico and surrounding states, career readiness, adult basic education, and lifelong learning opportunities.

Located approximately 130 miles north of Albuquerque, UNM-Taos is the only college within a 50-mile radius. Nestled between the Rio Grande, Sangre de Christo Mountains, and the ancestral lands of the Taos Pueblo, we are tightly connected to the unique rural, multicultural, and historically rich communities we serve and as such, UNM-Taos epitomizes the term “community college”.

UNM-Taos serves almost 1,300 students from a service area, including the counties of Taos, Rio Arriba, and Colfax, and the Pueblo Nations of Taos and Picuris. The UNM-Taos student body is representative of its communities, with 54% Hispanic and 5.5% Native American enrollment in fall 2023, making it one of the most diverse student bodies in the state. Our student population is comprised of non-traditional and first-generation students. UNM-Taos is the recipient of several federal grants, including three TRIO programs (Student Support Services and Veterans Upward Bound), Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) grants including Title V and Title III: Part F STEM, USDA NIFA, and LIFT, and most recently, a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant.

About 80% of UNM-Taos alumni remain in the area and provide valuable contributions to the region's intellectual life, economy, cultural community, and primary industries including healthcare, tourism, and construction.

The last decade at UNM-Taos has seen transformative and remarkable growth. From state-of-the-art facilities to future classroom renovations, a nationally-accredited nursing program, award-winning Early Childhood Education and Care program and learning lab, and the rising reputations of the Natural Resources Management, and Film and Digital Media Arts programs, meaningful collaboration with the community focused on scholarship, internship, and workforce development, UNM-Taos’ roots are spreading deeper and stronger every year.

Drawing on nationally recognized and research-based practices, such as Guided Pathways, UNM-Taos is committed to academic excellence, which starts with professionals who advise, instruct, and support students in achieving their educational and career goals. In this way, our campus promotes an environment of learning, encourages a growth mindset, and prioritizes continuous improvement both inside the classroom and outside the classroom with a commitment to mentorship and professional development opportunities for our faculty and staff. UNM-Taos professionals draw on high impact practices that increase inclusion and equity such as culturally relevant pedagogy, teaching to learn, and creating a sense of community and belonging college-wide.

What makes UNM-Taos special is our shared commitment to student engagement, learning, and success as defined by each student, whether that is transferring to four-year programs, entering the workforce, gaining new skills to change career paths, or personal enrichment. UNM-Taos provides academic and social supports and wrap around services to promote equitable outcomes for our students.
People from various identities and experiences make UNM-Taos grow and thrive. We offer opportunities for everyone—teachers and researchers, business professionals, skilled tradespeople, and many, many more—in an environment that values the unique experiences and perspectives each of us bring. Join the UNM-Taos familia today!

For firsthand information on why UNM is a great place to work and learn, visit UNM Proud to hear directly from university employees, faculty, students, and alumni. In addition to all the University has to offer, you have the added benefit of living in Taos, New Mexico — a land rich with art, history, culture, and outdoor activities. For more about life in Taos, visit taos.org and NewMexicoTrue. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For best consideration, all required application materials must be received by December 15, 2024. Only complete applications will be considered. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries about the online application process can be directed to the Search Coordinator, Dr. Randi Archuleta, randia@unm.edu. The University of New Mexico is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply including women, minorities, and those from underrepresented groups.

UNM confidentiality policy (“Disclosure of Information about Candidates for Employment,” UNM Board of Regents’ Policy Manual 6.7), which includes information about public disclosure of documents submitted by applicants, is located at http://www.unm.edu/~brpm/r67.htm

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Library Science (or related degree) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited institution.
• Five years professional library experience, with increasing responsibilities in an administrative and/or managerial/supervisory capacity within an academic or research library, or equivalent organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven ability to work collaboratively with library staff, faculty, students and administrators.
• Proven ability to work effectively both in a team environment and independently.
• Excellent oral, interpersonal, and written communication.
• Teaching experience.
• Knowledge of current issues and trends in scholarly communication, pedagogy, and librarianship such as copyright, plagiarism, intellectual freedom, technology issues and assessment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of emerging technologies and their application to libraries.
• Experience with integrated library systems, e.g., III Millennium, WMS, OCLC Connexion, etc.
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

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.

Please attach the following materials to your online application: 1) Curriculum Vitae/Resume; 2) Cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications; 3) Copy of transcripts; 4) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement addressing your commitment to inclusivity and equity within the library environment; 5) Teaching Statement; and 6) Contact information for three professional references. Finalists for this position should be prepared to provide official educational transcripts if selected for hire.
Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

For Best Consideration
For best consideration, please apply by 12/15/2024. This position will remain open until filled.

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.