To provide the community with resources to encourage imagination, connections, and inspiration.
Trinidad Carnegie Public Library will strive to be recognized as the heart of the community that promotes life-long learning with equal access to a diverse and updated collection, innovative programs and responsive services that meet the needs of everyone.
Delivering quality, efficient and cost-effective services
Treating everyone equally
Embracing best and safe practices
Valuing the thoughts and work of others
Honoring diversity and differences
Practicing the Golden Rule
Telling the truth
Being consistent
Doing the right thing even when nobody is looking
Fulfilling our obligations
Commitment to do the right thing
Working together towards a common goal
Going the extra mile
Exceeding expectations
Empowering others to be their best
library director
Jessica Huffman is the Director of the Carnegie Public Library and brings over 18 years of experience in both public service and library administration. Born and raised right here in Trinidad, Jessica is thrilled to be back home leading the library that meant so much to her growing up.
As Library Director, Jessica helps guide the library’s vision, supports staff, manages daily operations, and builds partnerships throughout the community. She loves finding new ways to connect people with information, programs, and opportunities that make a difference in their lives. Whether it’s collaborating with local schools, hosting community events, or expanding access to resources, Jessica is passionate about keeping the library at the heart of Trinidad’s story.
When she’s not at the library, you can find her spending time with her family, reading, or baking something sweet. Jessica and her husband are especially happy that their son gets to grow up surrounded by family in the same wonderful town they call home.
Assistant Library Director
Dekota Torres is the Assistant Library Director at the Trinidad Carnegie Public Library, where she plays a key role in managing the day-to-day operations of the library. From behind-the-scenes planning to front-desk support, Dekota helps keep things running smoothly—while also staying on top of all things tech!
She manages our Facebook page, keeping the community informed about new books, movies, events, and everything else the library has to offer. Dekota is also bringing fresh ideas and new energy to our Kids, Teen, and Adult programs.
Outside the library, Dekota enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and her dogs. She’s a big fan of trying new recipes and discovering fun places to eat. She also loves to go to concerts and shopping.
Circulation Specialist
Jules is the Circulation Specialist. When up at the desk, she’s thrilled to help patrons find their new favorite book or movie and is always willing to help with any of your library problems. Behind the scenes, she works to repair damaged items and works diligently with patrons to take care of overdue or lost items. Additionally, Jules also heads our Homebound Patron Service and is happy to work with those patrons to ensure they can also use and enjoy all our library has to offer.
Outside of the library, she enjoys multiple hobbies like reading, writing, and crocheting all while listening to her favorite music.
Adult Programs & History Room Coordinator
Javonne is our Adult Services and History Room Coordinator and is happy to be part of the Trinidad community. New to the area, Javonne has been enjoying getting to know the town, the library, and the people who walk through its doors each day. What began as a new chapter quickly became meaningful work—helping patrons find information, resources, and support is one of Javonne’s favorite parts of the job.
Javonne’s professional background is in social justice and academia, which informs their commitment to access, equity, and learning. At the library, Javonne assists patrons with a wide range of needs, from finding books and materials to navigating library services and resources. They especially enjoy connecting people with information that supports curiosity, problem-solving, and community care.
Outside of work, Javonne enjoys reading, gardening, baking, and camping. She appreciates the opportunity to live and work in a place that values community and lifelong learning.
Cataloging Specialist
Brian is our Cataloging specialist. He is a lifelong resident of Trinidad and brings many years of experience working at the library. He is one of the longest serving members of our crew.
Brian is dedicated to ensuring that incoming library materials are processed quickly and efficiently. His attention to detail and organizational skills help keep the library’s collection up-to-date and accessible. In addition to processing new items, Brian is also responsible for accurately labeling materials throughout the library. This ensures that every book, DVD, cd and other resources are easy to locate and identify. Patrons can enjoy a smooth and straightforward experience when browsing the shelves and selecting items for checkout.
In his spare time, Brian likes to listen to different types of music, watch movies and to read graphic novels.
Youth specialist
Library clerk
Damian Martinez is our library clerk. He applied for this job, hoping to get out of the restaurant industry, and managed to get it. He has lived in Trinidad for 17 years (his whole life) and loves the thin, dry air and the beautiful mountains. He learning, slowly but surely, his new duties and the functions of the community and library. He has fun shelving the books and helping patrons check items in and out. If he’s not working or doing schoolwork, he is playing Elden Ring, finding good books to read, or watching a good show.
Library Clerk
From the Front Range cities to the small towns of the San Luis Valley, and from the farms of the Western Slope to the hills of Las Animas County, Library Clerk Jacklyn has gathered myriad experiences that help her perform her duties. Many years in customer service and working with people from so many backgrounds have taught her to be adaptable and resourceful. She is always ready to greet patrons with a friendly smile, a cheerful chat, and, as an avid reader, a book recommendation (if she can remember the title).
In her non-Library life, Jacklyn is a Navy mom, a Primero mom, and an EMS volunteer with Stonewall Fire Protection District. She loves all the wild creatures she shares her home with and often impedes traffic on Highway 12 to take pictures of sunsets over the Sangre de Cristos.