[Libs-Or] Job Posting - Portland, OR - Acquisitions Assistant

[Stephanie Doig]

POSITION: Acquisitions Assistant

TYPE: Full-time, SEIU-represented, Library Technician 3 classification

LOCATION: Portland State University Library, Portland, OR

POSTED: October 24, 2023, open until finalists identified

APPLY: https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/43126


Position Summary

This position is responsible for invoice processing, licensing, ordering,
processing, and receiving new library materials. The employee will
independently conduct highly complex and difficult bibliographic searches
as part of the ordering processes.


Advanced written and verbal communication skills are required as this
position frequently interacts with campus procurement staff, vendors and
publishers, library faculty, and other unit staff.


Tasks are done largely independently with help as needed. The employee
works with the Collection Development & Management Librarian on special
projects.


Duties include:

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   Acquisitions
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   Manages licenses and agreements with vendors
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   Gifts processing
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   Procurement reconciliation
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   Special projects



Key Cultural Competencies

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   Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates
   differences.
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   Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the
   context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and
   cultural backgrounds.
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   Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in
   diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change
   for continual improvement
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   Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited
   Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.



Minimum Qualifications from Classification

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   Bachelors degree plus two years of current (within 5 years) experience
   in a Library; OR ,
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   4 years of current library experience;
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   AND, advanced proficiency in multiple library specific computer
   applications, e.g., integrated library systems, database applications,
   institutional repository; content management systems.
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   Some positions may also require in-depth knowledge of specialty area(s),
   e.g., original cataloging, complex copy cataloging, serials management, ILL
   management, government documents, image resources, music.


Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position

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   Advanced written and verbal communication skills are required as this
   position frequently interacts with librarians and library staff and vendors
   and suppliers;
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   Proficiency in library specific computer applications (OCLC, integrated
   library systems, and other) and MS Office and Google productivity software;
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   Understanding of basic cataloging standards;
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   Aptitude for making progress on multiple projects and setting priorities;
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   Decision-making ability.


Preferred Qualifications

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   Ability to read and transliterate a foreign language.


Compensation

The starting hourly salary rate for this position will be between $18.12
and $20.62. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however
it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities
of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval
from HR. PSU’s excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid
healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition
rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public
Universities.



To Apply:

To apply, please create an account and apply through the Portland State
University career portal: https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/43126


Posting will remain open until finalists are identified.


For those requiring a reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a
disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for
a position with Portland State University, please call 503-725-4926 or
email askhrc at pdx.edu.
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