Monographic Acquisitions Librarian

Monographic Acquisitions Librarian
O'Neill Library
Boston College
Salary hiring range: $51,650-$58,100

Boston College O'Neill Library seeks a service-oriented, knowledgeable
librarian to serve as Monographic Acquisitions Librarian in a highly
collaborative technical services environment. Reporting to the Head of
Monographic Services, the Acquisitions Librarian coordinates the ordering,
claiming, invoicing, and budget reporting activities for monographic
materials in all formats. This position serves as the primary contact for
monographic vendors, domestic and foreign. The Acquisitions Librarian
trains and supervises four support staff positions. The Librarian develops
and oversees projects in collaboration with the Monographic
Cataloging/Authorities Librarian and with colleagues in the Continuing and
Electronic Resources Department, with a focus on ensuring the ability to
utilize available technologies to streamline processes.

Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS. A minimum of 2 years experience in an
academic library. Demonstrated knowledge of library acquisitions and/or
technical services operations and library automated systems. Familiarity
with budget and accounting practices. Knowledge of reporting tools and
Excel. Knowledge of MARC format and cataloging workflows. Supervision and
training experience. Demonstrated excellence in oral and written
communication. Familiarity with Ex Libris Aleph ILS and foreign language
skills highly preferred.

To Apply:
Please visit the Boston College Human Resources Job Opportunities website
at http://www.bc.edu/jobs. Please submit both a resume and a cover
letter.
Resumes will be accepted until December 11, 2008.