The Collections Strategy Librarian focuses on the management of the library’s collection with regards to access, inventory control, workflows and collection movement.

Responsibilities

• Collection Management: Oversees ongoing stacks and collection management activities

• Acquisitions: Provides oversight of the library acquisitions processes for all library materials, including books, serials and special collections

• Serials: Manages serials collections, auction catalogs and special projects

Education and Experience

• ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library and Information Science or currently working in program (must earn MLIS within twelve months of hire date)
• Three years of progressively responsible library experience
• Experience with library acquisitions and serials
• Experience reviewing contracts for digital resources
• Experience with project management
• Experience managing staff
• Bachelor of Arts, Art History degree or closely related subject

Pay range: $45,000 - $52,000/year

Application Procedure

Qualified applicants should apply online, which will be the most effective way to ensure consideration. 

Application materials should include a cover letter, your resume or CV, and if you prefer, a list of references will be accepted but not required at this early stage in the process.

Applications or letters of interest sent via mail, fax, or direct email to a staff member will not ensure consideration. 

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