Top 7 Library assistant Jobs in New Mexico

Temporary Library Assistant
New Mexico State University —Las Cruces, NM
- $15.45 an hour
- Temporary
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- University
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Library Assistant
University of New Mexico —Gallup, NM
- $12 an hour
- Background check
- Word processing
- No background check
14d
Educational Assistant Library/Media
Espanola Public Schools —Espanola, NM
- $26,500 - $29,252 a year
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Typing
- Public school
Library Aide
University of New Mexico —Los Lunas, NM
- $15 an hour
- Background check
- No background check
- University
Library Clerk (Internal & External)
The Town of Taos —Taos, NM
- $17.05 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
LIBRARY SPECIALIST
INSTITUTE OF AMERICAN INDIAN & —Santa Fe, NM
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Team management
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Library Assistant 2 - Access Services
University of New Mexico —Albuquerque, NM
- $12 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- University
- Communication skills

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Temporary Library Assistant

New Mexico State University -
Las Cruces, NM

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Job Details

Temporary
$15.45 an hour
13 days ago

Qualifications

Customer communication
High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

503927

Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States

Temporary Staff

Temporary Staff

Closing at: Aug 19 2026 - 23:55 MDT

Department Contact: Leticia Phetteplace, 575-646-1808, [email protected]

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: The NMSU Library is seeking a reliable, self-motivated Library Service Assistant to join our night-shift team. This position provides critical guidance to library patrons, manages circulation desks, and ensures smooth late-night operations. Operating with minimal supervision, you will oversee routine tasks, utilize automated library databases, and help maintain our collections. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in an independent work environment, possess excellent customer service skills, and prefer late-night working hours.

***This is a temporary appointment with a predetermined end date not to exceed 1 year and is subject to an earlier termination if necessary. Temporary employees have no entitlement or expectation of continued employment during or beyond the appointment period.***

Position Details

Position Title: Temporary Library Assistant

College/Division: Library

Department: 390225-LIBRARY ACCESS SERVICES

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: 15.45

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 0.74 maximum

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule: Shift: Graveyard Shift

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Part-Time, Graveyard Shift

Job Duties and Responsibilities: - Patron Support: Assist visitors with general and specific inquiries regarding library resources, services, and facility layouts.

Circulation Desk Operations: Staff public service desks, process library materials check-ins/check-outs, and navigate automated database systems.
Policy Communication: Clearly explain and enforce library policies regarding unit services, operations, and safety activities to patrons.
Collection Maintenance: Support ongoing collection care, inventory organization, shelving, and special unit projects.
Student Leadership: Lead, train, and guide student employees, manage student work schedules, and ensure compliance with established procedures.
General Support: Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned to support the night-shift operation.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:
High School diploma or higher degree.

Equivalent Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
Comfort using computer databases and automated software.
Leadership potential to train and guide student workers.
High reliability and commitment to the late-night schedule.

Special Certification/Licensure:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

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