Monday, July 22, 2013
Acquisitions Librarian - University of Hartford, West Hartford
Acquisitions Librarian - University of Hartford,
West Hartford. Position Summary: The Acquisitions Librarian establishes
guidelines for securing all library resources for the University
Libraries through a variety of national and international vendors;
acquires, processes, and maintains all library material orders and
receipts for both University Libraries, Mortensen Library (general
collection) and Allen Library (music & dance), including but not
limited to monograph (paper and electronic), databases, standing orders,
and serials; assumes responsibility for copy cataloging all new and
donated monographs for Mortensen Library. Key Responsibilities: Acts as
primary liaison to all library vendors and material selectors in
facilitating the ordering of materials for the University Libraries.
Assumes responsibility for securing and facilitating effective relations
with vendors in order to obtain needed materials at optimal prices.
Negotiates with vendors and consortia to provide the best possible
discount rate. Ensures timely receipt of materials and proper invoicing.
Manages invoicing activities with University Libraries administration
for the payment of resources. Establishes, maintains and monitors all
acquisitions funds and budgets and allocates appropriate funds to
subject area selectors within the University Libraries. Adjusts and
allots material budgets based on need and availability, ensuring prudent
fiscal management at all times. Reviews, evaluates, and prices standing
orders and electronic databases, as well as tracking subscriptions and
renewals. Oversees subscriptions and tracks renewals for online
databases and hardcopy standing orders to ensure timely and appropriate
resources are made available to all patrons. Facilitates the management
of all donated items, which includes receipt, acknowledgement, and the
sorting of materials. Updates, maintains, and copy catalogs new and
donated materials, including searching for bibliographic records and
downloading them from online utilities, updating those utilities to
accurately reflect the University Libraries’ inventory as needed.
Initiates and supervises special projects as necessary and appropriate.
Assists in the training and oversight of student library assistants in
the processing of materials. Reviews and suggests improvements and
upgrades to the ILS and the WALDO consortium. Represents the University
Libraries on various internal and external committees. As a member of
the Collection Development Committee, provides regular reports on
expenditures. Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with
faculty in the determination of curriculum needs and serves as a subject
selector. Formal Education: This position requires a Master's Degree of
Library Science from an ALA accredited institution (or recognized
equivalent). Work Experience: 1 year to < 2 years. Pay Grade: G --
See salary ranges and benefits at http://www.hartford.edu/hrd/employment.aspx. This is a full-time position. See the complete job description at http://www.hartford.edu/hrd/files/images/acquisitions_librarian.pdf.
Application Procedures: There is no deadline for applications and the
position will remain open until filled. Electronic resumes are highly
encouraged. All resumes are acknowledged. If you are applying by email,
please send one complete set of the following: resume, cover letter
(including position of interest and salary requirements), and
professional references to hrd@hartford.edu.
If you are applying by either fax or by mail, please send two complete
sets of the following: resume, cover letter (including position of
interest and salary requirements), and professional references to:
University of Hartford, Attn: Human Resources Development, 200
Bloomfield Ave., West Hartford, CT 06117-1599. Fax: 860.768.4732.