"Acquisitions Associate"

The Acquisitions Associate is primarily responsible for processing incoming order requests and receipt of library materials in a variety of formats and languages that support the building of University Libraries collections. Following established guidelines, this position creates records by importing vendor-supplied files using existing profiles, or manually as necessary; verifies invoices are ready for payment; monitors and reconciles open orders and fund balances; reviews and orders requested print materials from approved vendors. Additionally, provides administrative support for streaming media acquisitions by maintaining tracking documents and assisting with film hosting processes. Collaborates on department projects such as updating existing workflows and procedures, LSP (library services platform) record This position communicates with external (e.g., vendors) and internal colleagues to complete these processes. Position may support other functions, such as serving as back-up to other workflows and other projects as assigned.

University Libraries faculty and staff embrace Ohio States Shared Values and strive to enact the behaviors guided by those values in all that we do. This position is dedicated to advancing the culture of University Libraries and the work of the Content and Access unit. All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Required: High School diploma or equivalent certificate. At least 1-year of experience in library acquisitions or other procurement experience. Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.

Desired: Reading knowledge of one or more languages other than English. Experience using Alma Library Services Platform. Experience organizing information using spreadsheets or databases. Experience working with vendors and tracking inventory. 2-4 years of experience in library acquisitions or work in academic libraries.

The posting range for this position is $15.86-$19.00 per hour.

Ohio State will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Function: Library and Museum

Sub-Function: Acquisition, Description, and Metadata

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Technical

Career Level: T2

Please submit cover letter and resume with the online application.

About The Ohio State University Libraries

The Libraries promotes innovative research and creative expression, advances effective teaching, curates and preserves information essential for scholarship and learning at Ohio State, and shares knowledge and culture with the people of Ohio, the nation, and the world.

The Libraries greatest resource is our faculty and staff. Their expertise produces value beyond the collections and their commitment to continual improvement and innovation is one of the most significant ways the Libraries meets the varied and evolving information needs of university students, faculty, and staff, alongside scholars throughout Ohio and the world.

As a global leader, the Libraries is actively engaged in local, statewide, national, and international initiatives to help shape the future of academic research libraries. These activities and the innovations that result enhance our ability to acquire, manage, and preserve emerging information resources, support knowledge creation, and enable its effective transmission to future learners. Learn more on the Libraries website.

The Libraries strives to provide welcoming, supportive environments for all to pursue and share knowledge. The Libraries is guided by our strategic directions and Ohio States Shared Values. All positions are expected to contribute to building and advancing this environment and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.