Marshall University invites applications for the position of Collection Manager/Acquisitions Librarian. The position reports to Assistant Dean of Libraries. The position provides leadership and guidance for development and management of library collections with all formats to support the university academic programs of learning, teaching and research as well as the university mission and goal.
- Provide leadership in all aspects of the Libraries’ collection development of the library’s print and digital collections, while also actively contributing innovative ideas, making strategic decisions in light of academic program needs.
- Investigate emerging trends in collection initiatives and incorporate them into the Libraries’ collections framework
- Recommend for acquisition and/or order materials based on knowledge of, or research on, currently available materials, making appropriate use of reviews and recommended resources/materials.
- Coordinate trials for new electronic resources in conjunction with the Digital Resources/Systems Support Librarian and the Catalog & Digital Services Librarian.
- Work closely with the Business Manager of University Libraries on funds spent for collection development.
- Work on accreditation/program review and statistical reports for college/departmental accreditation or review visits.
- Serve as a contact for vendors providing collection content; establish, maintain and review relationships with vendors and publishers.
- Coordinate with Cataloging the management of the Libraries’ gift materials program, which may include creating policy, reviewing and processing incoming donations.
- Oversee and coordination with Catalog & Digital Services Librarian for ongoing organization and weeding of the collection.
- Participate in campus and university committees, taskforces and professional activities as required and requested.
Location MU - Marshall University Salary Range Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Qualifications
Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Master’s in Library Science from a library school accredited by the American Library Association.
- 2-5 years of full-time professional-level Experience in collection development/acquisitions in an academic library. (2-4 years for Assistant Professor; 5 years for Associate Professor)
Experience
- Demonstrated ability with integrated library system and electronic resource management.
- A strong commitment to public service and customer service orientation.
- Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both as a team member and independently, and to promote teamwork among colleagues.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively organize information, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Good information literacy and information technology skill.
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both verbal and written.
Preferred Qualifications
Education
- A second Master’s degree.
Experience
- Experience working with major library vendors and publishers, including the negotiation of license agreements.
- Experience participating in the accreditation process for both academic programs and the institution.
- Demonstrated ability working with Innovative Interfaces Sierra or similar integrated acquisitions, electronic resource management systems
- 2 or more year’s supervisory experience.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number MU1533F Open Date 06/25/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary
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