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Ruth Lewis   rlewis@wustl.edu  (314) 935-4819

 

Essential Functions

                Manages all aspects of Database and Serial Acquisitions including supervision, budget allocations and expenditures, and project management. Works collaboratively with subject specialists and others to maximize user experiences regarding these vital information resources. Contributes to scholarly communications support by reducing barriers caused by license restrictions.

 

- Oversees databases and serials operations including work with vendors, trials, licenses, budgets and usage data

- Responsible for technical issues with proxy servers, database search engines, database/serial information on the library website, library branding and communications with subject specialists.

- Supervise databases/serials staff

- Work with the Head of Collections and Acquisitions regarding the development and implementation of collection policies and procedures.

- Maintain professional currency and participate in professional activities

- Perform other duties as assigned                         

                               

                Required Qualifications

- ALA accredited master’s degree or relevant master’s degree

- Supervisory experience

- Knowledge of databases, serials or monographic acquisition issues and practices

- Strong service attitude with excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with a diverse staff in a changing environment                            

                               

                Preferred Qualifications

- Second master’s degree

- Two years professional experience in acquisitions or as a bibliographer/subject specialist

Experience with vendors                             

                               

                Salary Range

$3,472.67 - $4,514.25 per month                               

                               

                Benefits

-Retirement Savings Plan

-22 vacation days

-8 Paid Holidays

-Sick Time

-Tuition benefits for employee, spouse and dependent children -Free Metro Link/ Bus pass -Free Life Insurance -Health, Dental, Vision -Health Savings Accounts (HSA) -Long Term Disability Insurance -Flex Spending Plan -Other Benefits

 

http://hr.wustl.edu/benefits                    

                               

                EOE Statement

                Washington University in St. Louis is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, ethnic minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.                          

 

Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.wustl.edu. Reference job #25460. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.