Position Announcement (California)

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Date: Wed, 28 Jun 2006
From: Patty De Anda (Library Associates) <pdeanda_at_libraryassociates.com>
Subject: Position Announcement


Library Associates seeks an Acquisitions/Cataloging Library Technician 
in Downtown Los Angeles. The technician will work with the Subscriptions

and Book Services group in the Research Library, acquiring, cataloging 
and processing information material. This person also interacts with 
associates in any of the U.S. offices, Finance and Accounting, other 
groups within the Research Library, and numerous vendors and suppliers.

Responsibilities

Acquisitions for all the U.S offices: 
Pre-order searching, vendor selection, order placement, invoice 
processing, reviewing incoming shipments for accuracy and completeness, 
resolving problems with delivery, access and payments.
Serving as the library's liaison with vendor representatives.
Managing standing orders.
Obtaining copyright permissions. 
 
Cataloging: 
Copy cataloging with the assignment of LC classification and subject 
headings.
Some original cataloging, and maintaining the catalog database in the 
library system software. 
Cataloging non-print material such as electronic formats, database and 
website access, and online collections of books. 
Collection responsibilities include preparing materials for library's 
physical collections (applying labels and book jackets), shelving 
collection material, and assisting with collection development. 
 
Qualifications

Recent experience in library acquisitions or cataloging; 
Knowledge of publishing practices and acquisitions procedures; 
Elementary cataloging knowledge including bibliographic utilities such 
as OCLC; 
Experience with library system software; 
Strong customer service focus; 
Good interpersonal skills including experience establishing effective 
working relationships with clients and suppliers; 
Exceptional organizational and time management skills with strong 
attention to detail; 
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks in response to varying 
time pressures; 
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; 
Good verbal and written communication skills; 
Consistency and dependability in performing work assignments; 
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; 
Solid computer skills (Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Internet searching); 
Alphabetic and numeric filing skills; 
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.; 
Willingness and capability to accept new tasks and responsibilities as 
assigned as this position evolves; 

College degree required; 
Coursework in library science highly desirable; 
 
To Apply

Please inquire via the current jobs page on our website, 
www.libraryassociates.com. Look for Position ID #432. Otherwise, for 
questions please email Patty De Anda, pdeanda_at_libraryassociates.com.

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