Assistant/Associate Professor/Head of Acquisitions Position Available In Tangipahoa, Louisiana
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Job Description
Assistant/Associate Professor/Head of Acquisitions
Southeastern Louisiana University
in Hammond, LA
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Full-Time
Salary:
Commensurate with education and experience
Posted:
06/17/2025
Application Due:
07/21/2025
Category:
Library and Information Science; +1 Libraries Southeastern Louisiana University’s Sims Memorial Library invites applications for the full-time tenure track position of Head of Acquisitions. Reporting to the Director of Sims Memorial Library, the Head of Acquisitions is responsible for the planning and administration of print book and electronic book and video acquisitions. In addition, the positions pays consortium membership fees; collaborates with Head of Cataloging on MARC management for acquisitions-related electronic resources; develops business relationships with vendors and publishers; monitors and evaluates vendor performance; manages library book donations; and trains and supervises full-time and student staff. Required Qualifications Graduate degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or from a program in a country with a formal accreditation process as identified by ALA’s Human Resource Development and Recruitment Office. Required Experience A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience within a library setting. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Experience managing employees, preferably in a library setting.
Knowledge of acquisition models and licensing practices
Experience with budget management Required Documents Cover Letter
Resume/Vita
Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
Names and contact information for 3 references
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