Acquisitions Librarian

at Illinois State University in Normal, Illinois, United States

Job Description

The Acquisitions Librarian provides expertise in the procurement of all library resources and manages the daily workflow for processes related to the selection, acquisition, and data entry of purchased and licensed content. This position trains, supervises, and evaluates the staff within the acquisitions unit, providing direction and support on their activities and resolving issues that impact or arise from other library units. The position compiles acquisitions statistics and collaborates with the head of Collection Development and the Business Manager to provide up-to-date information on resource allocations, on the status of orders, and on authorizing payments. The position identifies where and how materials not available through the library's primary vendors may be purchased or acquired. The work of the Acquisitions Librarian is informed by an understanding of the variety of models for acquisitions and best practices surrounding strategically resourcing academic library and digital heritage collections, as well as functional knowledge of and experience in library procedures, library collection goals, acquisition methods, and University business procedures. All activities are directed toward acquiring library materials in all formats for the use of the library's patrons (students, staff, faculty, community, and beyond).