Summary Description:
The Acquisitions Supervisor is a full-time position that assists with providing financial, budgeting and acquisitions support for Tutt Library. Reporting to the Collections Librarian and supervising the Accounts and Acquisitions Coordinator, this position helps build the library’s physical and electronic collections by ordering a wide range of new materials, using available funds effectively, and selecting materials for the library’s Leisure Collection. Ideal candidates should have experience working in libraries or the book trade and should have an interest in supporting the Library’s mission to foster intellectual exploration and discovery.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise Acquisitions Department operations staff; maintain documentation of information and procedures for the Acquisitions module in the ILS; research, prioritize and manage orders, claims and cancellations; import bibliographic records; provide data and reports to College Librarian and librarians; advise other library staff on the use of the Acquisitions module.
- Manage endowed funds in accordance with exacting donor restrictions; serve as the library’s liaison to the Finance Office for communications related to endowed funds.
- Manage materials budget and assist in the development and preparation of the library’s annual books and materials budget and supporting documentation; manage Purchasing Card account.
- Source and purchase of scholarly and research materials, provide timely support for faculty, and serve as primary selector of titles for the Leisure Reading collection.
- Communicate with vendors and unconventional sources and work with faculty and librarians to obtain out-of-print, hard-to-find, foreign language or expensive materials.
- Serve as a member of the Technical Services Team, participating in strategic planning related to technical services operations and project planning, focusing on acquisitions processes and management of endowed funds; participate in continuing education by attending acquisitions and related workshops.
- Contribute to shared responsibilities for shaping library services through team and work group assignments; participate in the life of the college through relevant committee and volunteer activities.
What We Offer:
As part of the total compensation for this role, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 22 days of vacation and 12 days of sick per year
- Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
- Retirement plan (403b) where CC contributes 10% with employee mandated contribution
- Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
- Wellness benefits including free access to the gym, swimming pool, wellness center, and financial consultant
Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (5+ years working in academic libraries) plus a minimum of two years related experience in the book trade or in a library; ability to interpret and verify bibliographic records; independent critical thinking, decision making and problem solving abilities; excellent oral and written communication skills; attention to detail and ability to perform detailed work for extended periods; proficient with computer software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook; experience working in a networked computer environment and knowledge of file management; excellent customer service and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with specialized library management systems; academic library experience; experience working with endowed funds and annual budgeting of purchases; knowledge of the publishing industry; interest in, and knowledge of, current fiction, literature and book review resources.
About Us:
At Colorado College, 2,300 students learn and live on our beautiful 99-acre campus in downtown Colorado Springs. We attract top students seeking new perspectives with an array of experiential learning opportunities possible only in an immersive learning environment. Here students take only one class at a time to facilitate deep exploration of a topic. We call this the Block Plan. This unique approach allows members of our campus community to share a rhythm of experience as we work together to fulfill our mission.
Please apply at https://employment.coloradocollege.edu/postings/7821.