Thursday, May 22, 2014

MN Job: Serials Supervisor @ Bethel in St. Paul, MN



Serials Supervisor
Bethel University Library
St. Paul, MN
Exempt
Part-Time
11 months
.92 FTE
Full benefits
Job #:             PFP0220001  
Posting Date: May 20, 2014

Job Summary
Provide leadership and professional expertise in the selection, acquisition, assessment and de-selection of print and electronic continuing resources.

Responsibilities
·       Manage subscriptions in all formats (including ordering, invoicing, claiming, receiving, monitoring expenditures, cancelling, troubleshooting, binding, etc.)
·       Manage access to subscriptions using the library’s integrated library systems.
·       Compile and compare subscription data re: cost, access, usage. Design and produce regular statistical reports as needed.
·       Student training and supervision.
·       Provide support for Materials Services Librarian as needed.
Required Skills
·       Strong problem-solving skills
·       Knowledge of budget management
·       Demonstrated ability to resolve e-resource access problems
·       Ability to direct the work of others in projects and daily tasks
·       Excellent organizational skills
·       Ability to multi-task and to prioritize duties and meet deadlines
·       Detail-oriented and accurate in all work
·       Understanding of database functionality
·       Experience with Microsoft Office Products, especially Microsoft Excel
·       Knowledge of automated library systems
·       Ability to work cooperatively with staff and librarians
·       Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing
·       Familiarity with MARC, AACR2, RDA, OCLC strongly preferred
Required Experience
2+ years library related work experience, including 1 year supervisory experience required; experience with Serials, Acquisitions or e-resource management preferred.

Required Education
Requires associate’s degree; bachelor’s degree preferred.

Additional Information
First priority given to applications received by June 10, 2014

Questions?
Office of Human Resources
Bethel University
3900 Bethel Drive
St. Paul, MN 55112
651-638-6119
bethelhr@bethel.edu