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Summary
The Acquisitions Librarian leads the University of Georgia Libraries' acquisitions strategy and manages the collections budget while overseeing procurement processes and vendor relationships. This key leadership position shapes how the library acquires and licenses content to support its mission.
Job Description
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This position is for an Acquisitions Librarian at the University of Georgia, responsible for leading the acquisitions strategy and managing the collections budget while fostering vendor relationships.
Responsibilities: Overseeing acquisitions strategy, managing procurement processes, addressing order/payment issues, leading staff, and contributing to library governance.
Skills: Leadership in acquisitions, budgeting, vendor relationship management, collaboration across departments, staff training and performance management.
Qualifications: Experience in library acquisitions and collection development, strong leadership and management skills, and a commitment to professional development.
Location: Athens, Georgia, USA
Compensation: $60000 - $60000 / Annually
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Collections for Acquisitions and Licensing, the Acquisitions Librarian plays a key leadership role in shaping and overseeing the Libraries' acquisitions strategy for purchased and licensed content. This position is responsible for streamlining resource procurement processes, assisting in managing the collections budget, and supporting collection development to align with the Libraries's goals. The Acquisitions Librarian also fosters strong vendor relationships, addresses order and payment issues, and ensures effective collaboration across departments. Additionally, the role includes staff leadership, including hiring, training, and performance management of a small staff, while contributing to library-wide planning, governance, and ongoing professional development.
Qualified applicants who wish to be considered for this position should review the long advertisement at http://www.libs.uga.edu/jobs , and apply through UGA’s application portal at: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/ 417724
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.? Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu ). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests.?
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