Resource Acquisitions Technical Specialist (6759C) Library, 85735

Resource Acquisitions Technical Specialist (6759C) Library, 85735 University of California Berkeley - 4.2 Berkeley, CA Job Details Full-time 7 hours ago Qualifications FTP Record keeping Library management software English Purchase order management Mid-level Windows E-procurement Invoice processing Receiving shipments Staff training Productivity software Training & development Supplier selection Associate's degree Communication skills Technical Proficiency Full Job Description Resource Acquisitions Technical Specialist (6759C) Library, 85735 About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff. As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. 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Departmental Overview UC Berkeley Library's Acquisitions Department manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions of library materials and specifically supports the serials check-in, ordering, receiving, and invoicing of library materials in myriad formats for various campus libraries including subject specialty libraries at the University of California, Berkeley, with the exception of the Bancroft Library and the C.V. Starr East Asian Library. The purpose of this position is to support departmental objectives with an emphasis on the responsibility for managing the ordering of one-time purchase of scholarly resources and record coding using the Alma ILS and various vendor online ordering systems as well as receiving and invoicing of monographs acquired through various acquisitions methods. Position Summary The Acquisitions Department supports the ordering and receiving of library materials for the University Libraries at the University of California, Berkeley. The purpose of this position is to support departmental objectives with an emphasis on the responsibility for managing monograph ordering and record coding using the Alma ILS and various vendor online ordering systems as well as receiving monographs acquired through various acquisitions methods. This position independently analyzes order requests for accuracy, availability, and duplication; determines the most appropriate vendor to use for an individual order, or determines the most appropriate action to take when an order is not filled on the first attempt and resolves to completion. It analyzes out of print order requests and determines the best means to acquire them. Submits purchase orders to vendors using the Alma ILS. Initiates claiming and statement analysis and takes appropriate action. Performs selection review and approval via multiple online vendor systems such as Gobi, Harrassowitz's Fokus, Casalini, and Amalivre's online ordering platforms as well as submits monographic purchase orders to numerous domestic and foreign vendors through other methods. Downloads via FTP digital vendor order records, invoices, and MARC files, verifying data accuracy, and using appropriate load tables import files into the Alma ILS. Coordinates and corresponds with selectors and vendors to resolve problematic monograph order requests. Performs special record maintenance projects and other duties as assigned. Application Review Date The First Review Date for this job is: May 5, 2026 Responsibilities Reviews selections on multiple vendor sites and approves them online. Fulfills responsibility for independently managing monograph ordering and record coding using Alma and vendor online ordering systems. Downloads via FTP digital vendor order record, invoice, and MARC files, verifying data accuracy, and using appropriate load tables imports files into Alma. Places orders for one-time purchases (print and other analog materials) with various other vendors with no online platforms and sends purchase orders to vendors using Alma. Monographic receiving and invoicing of approval plans and firm ordered purchases from numerous vendors. Coordinates and corresponds with selectors and vendors to resolve problematic monograph order requests. Required Qualifications Experience or training in Library Acquisitions or Technical Services including ordering and receiving. Experience with MARC records, reading/interpreting OCLC and local technical services documentation. Demonstrated problem solving ability. Experience or training in Library Acquisitions or Technical Services. Excellent English language and communication skills, both oral and written. Excellent computer skills and demonstrated proficiency with standard professional software, such as MS Windows, MS Office suite, FTP and Google office apps. Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and ability to work creatively and effectively both independently and as a team member. Aptitude for initiating and maintaining cooperative working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and managers. Ability to work with material, order requests, and invoices in Roman script languages other than English. Ability to follow directions from supervisors and provide directions to staff and student assistants as needed. Ability to provide training to staff and student assistants in various aspects of acquisitions functions, including but not limited to ordering and receiving. Preferred Qualifications Monograph or serial ordering experience. Familiarity with the acquisitions module of an integrated library system. Experience with book vendor online ordering systems. Out of print book trade experience. Relevant Education and Training for the Position. Reading knowledge of non-Roman language (e.g., Arabic, Armenian, Hebrew, Persian, Slavic/Eastern European) Associate degree in library information technology. Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website. Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. This is a full-time (40 hours/week), career position that is eligible for UC Benefits. This is a non-exempt, biweekly-paid position.