Library Specialist - Resource Acquisition and Descripton

Reporting to the Head of Technical and Digital Initiatives, the Library Specialist for Resource Acquisition & Description supports the development and maintenance of the library’s collection and access to library resources.

• Physically receives new library resources (journals, newspapers, serials, monographs, etc.).

• Completes appropriate physical processing of resources, as determined by their format.

• Performs collection maintenance, including shifting, physical relocation and deselection.

• Maintains the integrity of the library’s online catalog by performing bibliographic management operations, including reviewing and updating bibliographic, holdings, and item records and importing and overlaying bibliographic records.

• Performs record cleanup and maintenance projects as needed and/or assigned.

• Provides assistance with budget tracking and reporting.

• Identifies, verifies and resolves problems related to accessing the library’s electronic resources.

• Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates student employees.

• Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of library experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Knowledge of library organization, procedures and services.

• Effective organizational skills.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to train and supervise student employees.

• Ability to analyze complex problems and conceptualize solutions.

• Ability to work independently and with a high degree of accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail.

• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Ability to lift moderate weight (up to 50 pounds) and push book trucks with library materials.

• Ability to learn computers and basic software programs, including word processing and spreadsheets.

• Completion of coursework in Library and Information Science.

• Experience with bibliographic formats and standards.

• Experience with a library management system.

• Supervisory experience.

To apply go to https://winthrop.peopleadmin.com/postings/23096.

Telecommuting: Employees are not eligible for telecommuting/remote work during their 12-month probationary period. After that time, certain positions may be eligible for telecommuting/remote work at the discretion of the supervisor and in accordance with Winthrop policies.