Lead Librarian Acquisition

Lead Librarian for Acquisition

Job #: 042389

Location: Syracuse, NY

Pay Range: $68,500 - $78,500

Hours:

• Standard University business hours (This is a 37.5 hour per week position)
• 8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
• 8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)
• Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type: Full Time

The Syracuse University Libraries invites applications for the Lead Librarian for Acquisitions. Under the direction of the Head of Acquisitions and Cataloging the Lead Librarian is responsible for the acquisitions of all materials purchased via the multi-million dollar collections budget. This position supervises acquisitions staff who have primary responsibility for monograph purchasing and serial maintenance. Responsibilities include communicating with hundreds of vendors worldwide, purchasing and renewing content in all formats, gathering and approving all invoices, and facilitating license agreements through the University’s protocols.

SU Libraries / Library

Best combination of:

• Significant understanding of:
  Contemporary trends in academic library acquisition models. Academic libraries collections budgeting.
• Contemporary trends in access models for electronic resources. Academic libraries licensing processes, issues and trends.

Ability to:

• Effectively problem solve and develop new strategies to meet organizational needs for resource description.
• Meet promotion requirements.
• Work effectively with a variety of internal stakeholders and external vendors. Work cooperatively in a demanding and rapidly changing environment.
• Take a broad view of library, university, and academic issues.
• Work effectively in a collegial team environment to explore and promote the application of new technologies.

Demonstrated:

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with both internal colleagues and external.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to communicate findings and influence decision making.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to providing responsible and innovative services and collections to a campus welcoming to all.
• Knowledge of library and standard office software programs.

This position will be appointed at the Senior Assistant Librarian or Associate Librarian without Permanent (ranking) Status ranks based on the successful candidate’s qualifications. See the detailed rank criteria requirements here:

Final salary will be commensurate with experience and assigned rank.

Applicants may be appointed to this rank if they have successful professional experience. It has a maximum of three terms before they are expected to apply for promotion to the next rank (Associate Librarian). Requirements for this rank include:

• MLS or equivalent degree
• Successful professional library experience
• Demonstrated competence in position responsibilities
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Evidence of professional growth and initiative

Applicants may be appointed to this rank if they have substantial professional achievement and commitment. Librarians hired at the Associate rank will be required to apply for permanent (ranking) status, which signifies sustained achievement and contributions to Syracuse University Libraries. Requirements for this rank include:

• MLS or equivalent degree
• Show excellent/outstanding performance in previous library roles
• Demonstrate significant contributions to library operations
• Provide evidence of professional commitment (such as committee work, conference attendance, publications, or professional development activities)

Required qualifications:

• Master’s degree in library or information science (ALA accredited), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three (3) plus years of experience in acquisitions, preferably in an academic library.

Desired qualifications:

• Experience with Alma and Primo VE.
• Experience reviewing license agreements.
• Supervisory experience in an academic library or bargaining unit context.

• Direct operations of the acquisitions unit; manages…