Collection Services Librarian (Part-Time, Temporary)
Hobart William Smith Colleges: Education: Warren Hunting Smith Library

Location: Geneva, NY
Open Date: Sep 15, 2022

Description
This position assists with the direction of the management of library materials resources in their multiple forms. The individual in this position manages the overall collections workflow including acquisition, organization, maintenance, support and troubleshooting, and assessment of physical and electronic library resources.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage orders, renewals, statistical reporting, and invoicing for library materials, ensuring efficient and effective workflows for the acquisition of a diverse range of materials.
• Manage the life-cycle of electronic content (databases, journals, ebooks, streaming video, etc.), including: acquisition, implementation, usage assessment, and support.
• Communicate with vendors to set up trials, request price quotes, and gather necessary information for the connection of new electronic resource subscriptions.
• Work with staff to evaluate the current collection, determine areas of need, and provide suggestions for acquisition of library materials.
• Process and track streaming video requests.
• Participate in budgetary oversight.
• Oversee the processing of incoming gifts to the collection.
• Demonstrate knowledge for the Colleges' educational philosophy and mission.
• Demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to unique social, cultural, and economic circumstances.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Other Information:

This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefits eligible administrative non-exempt position. The position is located in Geneva, NY. This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned.


Qualifications

• Masters in Library and Information Science, Masters in Library Studies, or equivalent, or successful history of demonstrated experience working in a library collection services environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing electronic resources in a library environment.
• Experience with Alma or other integrated library system.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and perform complicated tasks with minimal supervision.

Application Instructions
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/113637.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume and the names with contact information of at least three (3) professional references to our application service, Interfolio (utilizing the Apply link on the right). Background check required.

If you have a question or need help on uploading your application materials, please contact Interfolio's support team at help@interfolio.com or call 1-877-997-8807 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. through 6 p.m., EST, Monday through Friday.


Hobart and William Smith Colleges are committed to providing a non-discriminatory and harassment-free educational, living and working environment for all members of the HWS community, including students, faculty, staff, volunteers, and visitors. HWS prohibits discrimination and harassment in their programs and activities on the basis of age, color, disability, domestic violence victim status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes sexual harassment, sexual violence, sexual assault, and other forms of sexual misconduct including stalking and intimate partner violence, and gender-based harassment that does not involve conduct of a sexual nature.







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