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Date: Tue, 8 July 2003
From: Joseph Kiegel (Univ. of Washington) <kiegel_at_u.washington.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement
NOTICE OF VACANCY
June 18, 2003
TITLE: Assistant Acquisitions Librarian
LOCATION: Monographic Acquisitions Section, Monographic Services Division
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Head, Monographic Acquisitions Section,
manages order and claiming activities for library monographs and
media for the Seattle, Bothell and Tacoma campuses; supervises staff
and student employees and coordinates the work activities of a work
group; provides oversight of record loading from vendors and OCLC
PromptCat; assists in the management of the section and the division.
Provides software/hardware support for the Division.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES:
Provides management and oversight of order placement and claiming
activities including loading of bibliographic and order records
supplied by library book vendors and OCLC's PromptCat service.
Monitors vendors and OCLC concerning the supply of order-level
records and PromptCat cataloging records. Maintains awareness of
copy cataloging standards and trends.
Manages contact with vendors in relation to ordering, claiming,
report generation and record supply. Responsible for the analysis
and implementation of ordering and claiming. In conjunction with
the Monographic Acquisitions Head, analyzes vendor services and
performance.
Monitors incoming orders and materials to identify potential
licensing issues. May perform initial review of licenses.
Interacts with selectors to manage ordering, claiming and related
order follow-up activities. Assists the Head, Monographic
Acquisitions in coordinating with selectors regarding approval plans.
Serves as a divisional expert for computer software and hardware
systems. Identifies problems and works with Acquisitions staff, the
Libraries Systems office, and vendors as appropriate to resolve them.
Prepares custom management reports in support of technical services
and collection development.
Trains technical service and collection development staff in the use
of the library acquisitions module and other electronic acquisitions
tools.
Supervises staff of the work group, including three FTE library
technicians. Supervises other temporary and hourly staff as
necessary.
Shares supervision of technicians involved in Digital Initiatives.
Serves as a resource to staff in order to resolve complex problems in
this area.
Assists in all aspects of management of the section, including policy
development, implementation and documentation. Contributes to
organizational effectiveness. Provides supervisory coverage for
receipt activities in absence of the unit supervisor. Contributes to
management of the division through periodic service on the
divisional Management Team.
Interviews and recommends selection of new personnel; develops,
implements and monitors training; assigns and schedules work; acts
upon leave requests; conducts annual performance evaluations; and
recommends disciplinary action.
Facilitates communication within the work group and the section;
develops and disseminates instructions and information to staff;
organizes and conducts meetings.
Serves as a resource for staff in order to solve complex acquisitions
problems.
Follows trends in acquisitions, publishing and scholarly
communication. Contributes to professional associations and
committees. Serves on Libraries and UW committees as appropriate.
Assumes other responsibilities as assigned and performs related
duties as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate degree from a program accredited by the American Library
Association or an equivalent graduate library science/information
studies degree.
Experience with an integrated library system and bibliographic
utilities. Familiarity with cataloging practices.
Proficiency in using a variety of software including spreadsheets, and
databases (MS-Excel and MS-Access). Knowledge of PC-based
hardware including scanners and printers.
Two years post-MLS experience in acquisitions and knowledge of
the domestic and foreign book trade.
Knowledge of a Western European language.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and
analytical skills.
Supervisory experience and ability to work effectively with staff as
individuals and groups. Ability to function well in a changing
environment, work effectively within a large organization, and
exercise initiative in a collaborative framework.
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and service.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in a large academic research library.
Experience with digital library projects, including metadata and
support software such as Adobe Photoshop.
SALARY: $ 38,000 minimum. Starting salary to be commensurate with
qualifications and background.
BENEFITS: Librarians are academic personnel and participate in
the University of Washington Retirement Plan (TIAA-CREF, The
Vanguard Group, SAFECO Mutual Funds and/or Fidelity
Investments) on a matching basis. Vacation is accrued at the rate of
24 working days per year; sick leave at the rate of 12 working days
per year. Excellent medical, dental and life insurance plans. No
state or local income tax.
APPLY TO:
Charles E. Chamberlin
Deputy Director of Libraries
University of Washington Libraries
482 Allen Library
Box 352900
Seattle, Washington 98195-2900
Applicants should submit a letter of application, full resume
including a work telephone number and email address, salary
requirements, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at
least three references who are knowledgeable of the applicant's
qualifications for this position.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
To ensure consideration, applications should be received no later
than 5:00 p.m., Friday, August 29, 2003.
University of Washington Libraries' Home Page is:
http://www.lib.washington.edu
The University of Washington, an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer, is building a culturally diverse staff
and strongly encourages applications from female and minority
candidates.
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of
1986, the University is required to verify and document the
citizenship or employment authorization of each new employee.
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