How to Filter Node Reference Field Values Using Multiple Views? I have a node reference field called field_parent_dept. I re-use this field in several content types.  The list of nodes that can be referenced are provided by a view.  The values are filtered based on logged in user.

I'd like to add this field to a new content type, but the departments need to get filtered in a completely different way.  I need a new view to accomplish the filtering.  It appears I need to create a new field, because the view is a field setting.  Field settings apply to the field everywhere it is used.

Are there any other options?
According to my understanding and the following answer, I believe you can reuse that same field. It will get cloned and then you can go and modify the field settings. This will affect only that field instance, specific to the entity/bundle (node/content-type). 

Hope this helps!

Difference between Field and Field Instance?