City of Albuquerque, NM
Library Paraprofessional
City of Albuquerque, NM, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Salary :
$52,540.80 - $55,494.40 Annually Location :
Albuquerque, NM Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
2600115 Department:
Arts and Culture Division:
CS-Library-City Svcs Opening Date:
08/28/2025 Closing Date:
9/11/2025 11:59 PM Mountain Bargaining Unit:
MP
Position Summary
Respond and provide assistance to library customers in the use of library services and equipment; participate in developing, preparing, coordinating, scheduling and providing special library programs for both adults and children; assist in collection development activities; provide technical services to library system including catalog database management, processing and preparing new materials for distribution, receiving and verifying invoices and providing leadership to staff performing library functions.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Library Science, English, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Education, or General Studies;
and
Three (3) years of experience in an academic, public or special library, bookstore environment, or direct customer service;
and
To include
one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience.
Customer service, educational program development, or social services experience preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days from date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from hire date. Preferred Knowledge
Operations, services and activities of a municipal library Methods and techniques of library circulation Principles of library reference services Principles of efficient and effective customer service Office procedures, methods and equipment including computers Dewey Decimal Classification System Principles and procedures of record keeping Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation Available library resources including the reference collection, serials collection and other on-line resources Library and City policies and procedures Preferred Skills & Abilities
Independently perform the most difficult library circulation duties Interpret, explain and enforce department policies and procedures Operate a variety of library and office equipment in a safe and effective manner Perform a variety of reference duties supporting customer requests Prepare and coordinate adult and children's library programs Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public Prepare clear and concise reports Work independently in the absence of supervision Communicate clearly and concisely Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Total Rewards. Total You.
The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!
Paid holidays?
Check
Paid parental leave?
Check
Paid birthdays off?
Check
Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1?
Check and check
Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community. 01
Are you bilingual in English/Spanish?
Yes No
02
Do you possess customer service, educational program development, or social services experience?
Yes No
03
Please identify your ability to possess a valid New Mexico driver's license (attach a copy of your driver's license). Select all that apply.
Possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)? Able to possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License within ninety (90) days from date of hire? Do not possess and not able to obtain a valid New Mexico Driver's License by date of hire or within ninety (90) days from date of hire.
04
Do you possess the lead or supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerque's Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please select 'yes' and attach your certificate. (Lead is defined as monitors projects, programs or people.)
Yes No
05
Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).
No High School Diploma High School Diploma or GED Non/degree accredited- Some College Associates Bachelors Masters Juris Doctorate Doctorate
06
Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.
No experience 1 to less than 6 months 6 to less than 12 months 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years to less than 11 years 11 years to less than 12 years 12 years to less than 13 years 13 or more years
Required Question
$52,540.80 - $55,494.40 Annually Location :
Albuquerque, NM Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
2600115 Department:
Arts and Culture Division:
CS-Library-City Svcs Opening Date:
08/28/2025 Closing Date:
9/11/2025 11:59 PM Mountain Bargaining Unit:
MP
Position Summary
Respond and provide assistance to library customers in the use of library services and equipment; participate in developing, preparing, coordinating, scheduling and providing special library programs for both adults and children; assist in collection development activities; provide technical services to library system including catalog database management, processing and preparing new materials for distribution, receiving and verifying invoices and providing leadership to staff performing library functions.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Library Science, English, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Education, or General Studies;
and
Three (3) years of experience in an academic, public or special library, bookstore environment, or direct customer service;
and
To include
one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience.
Customer service, educational program development, or social services experience preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days from date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from hire date. Preferred Knowledge
Operations, services and activities of a municipal library Methods and techniques of library circulation Principles of library reference services Principles of efficient and effective customer service Office procedures, methods and equipment including computers Dewey Decimal Classification System Principles and procedures of record keeping Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation Available library resources including the reference collection, serials collection and other on-line resources Library and City policies and procedures Preferred Skills & Abilities
Independently perform the most difficult library circulation duties Interpret, explain and enforce department policies and procedures Operate a variety of library and office equipment in a safe and effective manner Perform a variety of reference duties supporting customer requests Prepare and coordinate adult and children's library programs Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public Prepare clear and concise reports Work independently in the absence of supervision Communicate clearly and concisely Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Total Rewards. Total You.
The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!
Paid holidays?
Check
Paid parental leave?
Check
Paid birthdays off?
Check
Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1?
Check and check
Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community. 01
Are you bilingual in English/Spanish?
Yes No
02
Do you possess customer service, educational program development, or social services experience?
Yes No
03
Please identify your ability to possess a valid New Mexico driver's license (attach a copy of your driver's license). Select all that apply.
Possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)? Able to possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License within ninety (90) days from date of hire? Do not possess and not able to obtain a valid New Mexico Driver's License by date of hire or within ninety (90) days from date of hire.
04
Do you possess the lead or supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerque's Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please select 'yes' and attach your certificate. (Lead is defined as monitors projects, programs or people.)
Yes No
05
Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).
No High School Diploma High School Diploma or GED Non/degree accredited- Some College Associates Bachelors Masters Juris Doctorate Doctorate
06
Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.
No experience 1 to less than 6 months 6 to less than 12 months 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years to less than 11 years 11 years to less than 12 years 12 years to less than 13 years 13 or more years
Required Question