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Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2004
From: Joseph Kiegel (Univ. of Washington) <kiegel_at_u.washington.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement
TITLE: Assistant Acquisitions Librarian
LOCATION: Monographic Services Division - Monographic Acquisitions
Section, University of Washington Libraries, Seattle, Washington
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Head of the Monographic Acquisitions Section,
manages order and claiming activities for library monographs and media for
the Seattle, Bothell and Tacoma campuses; supervises staff and students 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 Monographic Acquisitions Head 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 Information
Technology Services 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 3 F.T.E. 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:
1. Graduate degree from a program accredited by the American Library
Association or an equivalent graduate library science/information studies
degree.
2. Two years post-MLS experience in an academic research library in
technical services or collection development.
3. Knowledge of technological developments in acquisitions and/or
collection development in the last five years.
4. Experience with an integrated library system and bibliographic
utilities. Ability to search bibliographic data effectively.
5. 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.
6. Knowledge of one or more European languages.
7. Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and analytical
skills, and the 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.
8. Demonstrated commitment to professional development and service.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Experience in a monographic acquisitions department of a large
academic research library.
2. Supervisory experience.
3. Experience with workflow management.
4. Demonstrated success working in a high-volume workflow environment.
5. Knowledge of domestic and foreign scholarly book trade, including
approval plans.
6. Experience with digital library projects, including metadata and
support software such as Adobe Photoshop.
SALARY:
$40,000 minimum. Starting salary 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
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
To ensure consideration, applications should
be received no later than 5:00 p.m., Friday, April 30, 2004
Applicants should submit a letter of application, a full resume including a
work telephone number and e-mail 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.
University of Washington Libraries Home Page address 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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