Description:
The Acquisitions and Resource Management Librarian coordinates the acquisition, organization, and accessibility of both physical and digital library resources. This role involves managing vendor relationships, coordinating material selection and procurement, and ensuring the integration of resources into the library’s systems. The librarian also contributes to the review of licenses and contract authorizations. By maintaining accessible resources, this position supports the curricular and research needs of Global Studies University (GSU).
Key Responsibilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of library operations, including current practices, trends, and emerging technologies
- A minimum of three years of demonstrated experience in academic libraries
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills
- Provide troubleshooting support for technical issues related to subscriptions, licensing, or access
- Collect and analyze collection usage statistics
- Effective multitasking skills and adaptability to new systems and procedures.
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities
- The ability to initiate and complete projects in a timely and independently
Required Education
- A master’s degree or post-graduate equivalent in Library and Information Science, or equivalent, that is recognized by a professional Library Association
Preferred Professional Experience
- Proficiency in using automated acquisition systems and database searching is preferred
- Knowledge of Global Studies, preferably with related subject expertise
- Familiarity with digital repositories
- Understanding of library data formats and standards (e.g. MARC, RDA, Dublin Core, KBART, AACR2, and others)
- Working knowledge of web applications used in library resource management, acquisitions modules, and ordering applications such as OASIS
- Preference may be given to candidates with OCLC WMS experience
Teaching and User Support
- Provide technology and database training to staff and Patrons
- Educational experience including teaching and creating online tutorials
- Foster collaborative relationships with faculty, students, and staff to support GSU’s teaching and learning
- Assist users with reference, research, and technology questions
- Promote the use of electronic resources