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Role Snapshot
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.
Key Responsibilities: Oversee acquisitions strategy, streamline procurement processes, manage the collections budget, address order and payment issues, foster vendor relationships, and lead a small staff including hiring, training, and performance management. The role also includes contributing to library-wide planning, governance, and cross-departmental collaboration.
Skills & Tools: Leadership in acquisitions and collection development, budgeting and financial management, vendor relationship management, staff training and performance management, and strong collaboration across departments. Commitment to professional development and library governance is essential.
Qualifications: Experience in library acquisitions and collection development with demonstrated strong leadership and management skills. Advanced degree in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) or equivalent professional library background is typically required.
Location: In-Person - Athens, GA
Compensation: From $60K/yr
Job Description
The full job description is available on University of Georgia's website.
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