Librarian, Acquisitions Position Available In Adams, Mississippi

• Job Title
• Librarian, Acquisitions
• FLSA Status
• Exempt
• Posted Salary Range
• Commensurate with Experience
• Employment Status
• Full Time
• Department
• University Libraries
• Job Summary
• The principal purpose of the Acquisitions Librarian is to select and recommend titles forpurchasing materials to the academic needs of the library users.

Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of University and State purchasing and accounting regulations particularly in regard to the acquisition of library resourcesKnowledge of emerging trends and best practices in academic librarianship, instructional design, and outcomes-based assessment practicesKnowledge of library policies and proceduresKnowledge of University and State purchasing and accounting regulations, particularly in regard to the acquisitions of library resourcesAbility to use MS Office Products, including Outlook, PowerPoint and ExcelEffective communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonalAbility to plan, schedule and organize workAbility to effectively handle multiple tasks concurrently

• Essential Job Functions
• Manages and supervises the day-to-day activities of the acquisitions department, to include ordering, receiving and maintaining the list of available resourcesDevelops and formulates rules and regulations, adhering to high quality standards that ensure smooth flow of the acquisition departmentImplements strategies to ensure professional developmentManages expenditures and plans budgetsInterviews, recruits and recommends hiring of acquisition staff members; trains staffOrganizes, manages and delegates the work load ensuring that the goals and objectives of the University are achievedWorks closely with librarians with acquisition of materials to support the University curriculumServes as a consultant for faculty and staff in the acquisitions of departmental resourcesTeaches scheduled classes•Qualifications•Master’s Degree in Library and/or Information Science from an ALA-accredited schoolTwo (2) years’ experience providing library instructionThree (3) years’ professional experience in the field of Library and Information ScienceDemonstrated experience using current educational technologies and multimedia tools to deliver or enhance teaching, learning, and/or user services in both physical and online environments•Licensing and Certifications•N/A•EEO•/ ADA Statement•Physical Requirements•Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas NoSedentary Work•Exerting 10 pounds FrequentlyLight Work•Exerting up to 20 pounds FrequentlyMedium Work•Exerting 20-50 pounds OccasionallyHeavy Work•Exerting 50-100 pounds Not RequiredVery Heavy Work•Exerting in excess of 100 pounds Not RequiredTravel OccasionallyExtended Work Hours FrequentlyPosting Detail InformationPosting NumberNumber of Vacancies 1Location LormanPosition End Date (if temporary)•Open Date 07/26/2022•Close Date•Open Until Filled YesEEO StatementAlcorn State University Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-DiscriminationAlcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic i formation. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Advertising Summary Excellent Benefits PackageSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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