The
position begins January 26, 2015. This position is 1.0 FTE (40 hours per
week) with full benefits included.
The ideal candidate will possess the ability to pay attention to details, be accurate, be skillful with numbers, follow established procedures, work independently, solve problems, and multi-task. The successful candidate will have experience with library and vendor online databases used for ordering and managing library materials and/or experience managing serials. The candidate should have an understanding of online accounting systems which help manage finances.
Primary
Responsibilities
Orders all library resources: pre-searches, transmits, receives, and
processes invoices of orders.
Downloads
library records from OCLC cataloging database into III acquisitions database.
Enters
vendor, cost, and selector information into III database and assigns fund
accounts.
Submits
invoices to Administrative Accounting Office and monitors, troubleshoots, and
balances library account in the College’s computer financial system (Agresso).
Manages
serials collection: cataloging, claiming, filing, and stack maintenance.
Supervises
students who assist in acquisitions and serials functions.
About Augsburg College
Augsburg College offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and 9 graduate degrees to approximately 3,600 students of diverse backgrounds. With a student/faculty ratio of 15:1, the college focuses on close personal interaction with faculty and experiential education opportunities on campus and in the community. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings. For more information consult the following URL http://www.augsburg.edu.
Among the distinctive features of the college are its deep dedication to civic and community engagement, robust undergraduate research programs, and a strong belief in the integration of liberal arts and professional studies across all programs. The College’s commitment to the local neighborhood and the world is enhanced through the work of four signature centers: the Christensen Center for Vocation, the Center for Global Education, the Sabo Center for Citizenship and Learning, and the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work. Augsburg’s commitment to diversity is reflected in the student body: for the past four years, students of color comprised nearly 40 percent of the incoming first-year class. With approximately 1,000 students living on campus, Augsburg engages students in a wide range of co-curricular activities, including NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics. At both undergraduate and graduate levels, students actively engage in international travel and intercultural experiences that broaden their view of the world and deepen their engagement in it.
Augsburg's main campus is located in the vibrant Cedar-Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis, one of the most diverse areas in the Twin Cities. The University of Minnesota West Bank campus and one of the city’s largest medical complexes are adjacent to Augsburg; the Mississippi River and the Seven Corners Theatre district are just a few blocks away. In addition to its Minneapolis campus, Augsburg has a vibrant branch campus in Rochester, the fastest growing city in Minnesota and headquarters of the Mayo Health System. In addition to these locations, Augsburg owns and operates international sites in Mexico, Guatemala, and Namibia.
Application Process
To
apply, please submit a resume or CV and a cover letter through our online
application. Application deadline is December 22, 2014.
http://www.augsburg.edu/hr
Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color or any other protected class. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities working in an academic community committed to intentional diversity. Candidates are thus encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate these competencies.
Required Experience
http://www.augsburg.edu/hr
Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color or any other protected class. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities working in an academic community committed to intentional diversity. Candidates are thus encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate these competencies.
Required Experience
- Associates degree in Library Information Technology or BA/BS required.
- One year of related experience required.
- Strong communication skills required: speaking, writing, and listening.
- Required computer skills: Excel, Word.
- Required skills/abilities: attention to detail, accuracy, skill with numbers, following established procedures, working independently, problem-solving, multi-tasking.
- Experience/knowledge of OCLC preferred.
- Familiarity with library catalogs and basic searching (III or other catalog vendor) preferred.
- Familiarity with publishers and their ordering processes preferred.
- Familiarity with serials management preferred.
For additional information and to apply, please go to http://www.augsburg.edu/hr
