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Acquisitions and E-Resources Librarian

Ringling College of Art and Design
Sarasota, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2025
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Job Description Summary

The Acquisitions & E-Resources Librarian plays a vital role in ensuring access to high-quality resources for members of the Ringling College community by overseeing the acquisition and maintenance of library materials. This includes establishing and overseeing acquisitions processes; supervising copy cataloging and performing descriptive cataloguing; managing and troubleshooting electronic resources; and working with the Director of Library Services to manage the Library’s ILS (Currently Alma/ Primo VE). This position supervises Library Technicians involved in acquisitions and cataloguing. The successful candidate will be a collaborative leader with a strong background in library technology, cataloguing, and electronic resources. (Start date for this position will be June 2, 2025 or later.)

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Acquisitions

  • Manage the acquisition of library materials in all formats (print, electronic, and multimedia) including monographs, serials, databases, and other resources.
  • Develop, document, and oversee acquisition workflows and related procedures.
  • Collect and analyze usage statistics to inform collection development decisions.

Cataloging

  • Supervise copy cataloging and perform descriptive cataloging and coding of library materials using MARC, RDA, and other metadata standards.
  • Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and discoverability of bibliographic records in the library's catalog.
  • Stay current with developments in cataloging and metadata standards.

Technical Services and Electronic Resources

  • Work with the Director of Library Services to manage the Integrated Library System (ILS).
  • Manage the acquisition, licensing, implementation, and maintenance of electronic resources, including databases, electronic collections, and e-books.
  • Troubleshoot access issues and provide technical support to staff.
  • Collaborate with the IT department to ensure integration of electronic resources with library systems.
  • Oversee the electronic resources budget, including coordinating and negotiating with vendors and consortia to secure favorable pricing and licensing agreements.

General Responsibilities

  • Supervise, train, and evaluate acquisitions and resource management staff.
  • Collaborate with other library staff to ensure effective operations and services.
  • Participate in library planning and assessment activities.
  • Represent the Library on college-wide committees.
  • Monitor emerging trends in library technologies and recommend improvements.
  • Participate in other library operations or projects as needed.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Works well both independently and as part of a team.
  • Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Possesses strong interpersonal skills.
  • Effectively supervises staff and student workers.
  • Proficient in computers use, both visually and dexterously.
  • Hearing and speaking abilities sufficient for regular communication with individuals and groups.
  • Engages flexibly and creatively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Education And Experience

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master's degree in information and/or library science from an ALA-accredited program.
  • Three years of library experience involving acquisitions, cataloging and/or management of electronic resources.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current cataloging standards (RDA, MARC, LCSH) and classification systems (LC).
  • Experience with research databases and other online library resources.
  • Supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with ALMA, Primo VE, and OCLC WorldShare Management Services.
  • Experience in an academic library setting.
  • Experience with budget management.
  • Education and/or experience in an area(s) of art and design.

Ringling College of Art and Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to sex, age, gender, color, race, national or ethnic origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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