Position Announcement (California)

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Date: Mon, 11 Jul 2005
From: Marla Peppers (Occidental College) <peppers_at_oxy.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement

ACQUISITIONS LIBRARIAN #06-105
Library (Occidental College)

Please apply here: resumes_at_oxy.edu (Subject: ACQUISITIONS LIBRARIAN)

Reporting to the Head of Collections and Technical Services, the 
Acquisitions Librarian has primary responsibility for managing the 
acquisitions area of the Library, including the timely and accurate 
processing of materials added to the library's collections. Performs
some 
cataloging tasks. Processes and tracks orders using OCLC, Innovative 
Interfaces, and other systems as needed. Manages the library materials 
budget and reviews and approves invoices for payment. Supervises the 
Periodicals Assistant, a part-time/temporary Acquisitions Assistant, and

student assistants. Serves as a collection development liaison for
assigned 
subject areas; contributes to public services through participation in 
reference service and/or library instruction. An ALA accredited master's
of 
library science degree is required. Requires computer skills, especially

working with bibliographic utilities such as OCLC and integrated library

systems such as Innovative Interfaces, as well as a working knowledge of

MARC and cataloging principles. An ability to work effectively with
details 
is essential as is the facility to organize information, write reports,
and 
keep statistical records. Familiarity with using spreadsheets and in 
working with budget and cost data is preferred. Strong supervisory
skills 
required. Familiarity with basic library services, including cataloging,

reference, instruction, is preferred. 

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