Acquisitions Associate, Smith College, Amherst, MA
Posted February 21, 2017
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Order, receive and pay for library materials: Receive library orders from faculty, library liaisons and staff. Place orders for print, digital and other materials with appropriate vendors for best response time. Enter bibliographic information and order criteria in the online library system. Communicate with faculty and outside suppliers to acquire materials in the most efficient way. Reconcile credit card statements and pay invoices in the online system. Receive and manage standing orders.
Cataloging: Catalog shelf-ready books by verifying and editing bibliographic information, creating online item records, and updating holdings in the OCLC WorldCat bibliographic database. Maintain statistics and process for binding.
Participate in developing goals, objectives, and implementation plans pertaining to the libraries’ Discovery and Access services activities. Train and supervise student assistants. Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; 1-3 years relevant experience; successful completion of coursework in general library practices and principles; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Working towards an MLS desired.
Skills: Excellent organization, problem solving, and communication skills; ability to work independently and as a member of a team; knowledge of and comfort with educational technologies; ability to apply complex procedures and to organize and prioritize work effectively; accuracy and attention to detail. Familiarity with standard office software.
Review of application will begin immediately. To be considered for this position, apply on-line at http://smithcollege.hiretouch.com
Smith College is an EO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer