Collections Services Associate, McKillop Library, Salve Regina University, Newport, RI
Posted June 15, 2017
About Salve Regina University:
Salve Regina University, ranked among the best institutions of higher education in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, is a comprehensive Catholic University located in scenic Newport, Rhode Island. Salve Regina offers challenging academic programs in a highly supportive environment and an innovative core curriculum that provides students with a solid foundation and broader perspective. The historic, 75-acre campus enrolls approximately 2,500 men and women and offers Associate, Baccalaureate, and Master’s degrees, the Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study, and two doctoral programs.
Job Description:
BASIC FUNCTION
Supports the library collection services functions of acquisitions and cataloging of library materials in all formats to make them accessible to the Salve community.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
Manage the acquisition functions of ordering, receiving, invoicing, fund and vendor maintenance.
Manage the cataloging functions and database maintenance of the catalog for all physical materials.
Maintain quality control of the library holdings in the OCLC catalogs.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the serials function (including updating our holdings in OCLC) and the maintenance of government publications
Oversee the copy cataloging of gift books and plating gift books.
Compile and analyze statistics as needed and create monthly reports.
Serve as library liaison to selected academic department(s)
Serve as selector in assigned areas of the library’s collection.
Participate in library public services activities.
Serve on library and university committees as assigned.
The incumbent may be required to load and unload library materials on book carts, place library materials onto shelves, pack or unpack materials from boxes.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree, previous library experience with automated systems and cataloging required. Accounting background preferred
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong commitment to public service, and ability to work with diverse users and staff required.
Must be able to lift and carry at least thirty (30) pounds.
Additional Information:
This is a full time, salaried position.
Salve Regina University offers generous benefits to eligible employees including:
- health and dental coverage
- life insurance
- long-term disability
- 403B plan
- tuition benefits and more
Salve Regina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University actively seeks diversity among its employees.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must apply online for any open staff and faculty positions by providing a cover-letter and resume. Pre-employment background checks and reference checks are required of successful candidates. Salve Regina University participates in E-verify.
Apply Online: https://salve.