Careers at Drexel

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Library Information and Technology Services, the Librarian manages the Acquisitions program which provides access to the Libraries' owned and licensed resources. This program is responsible for the ordering and processing of electronic resources for the Drexel University Libraries, including some tools and services to manage them. The Librarian also oversees acquisitions for physical content for the Libraries, which comprises less than 2% of the Libraries' information resources budget.

The position provides managerial leadership for 2 staff supporting the acquisitions program and works collaboratively with selectors and the Libraries' fiscal team. As Program Manager, the Librarian also identifies, tracks, and reports performance metrics that describe the outcomes and impact of the Acquisitions program.

Essential Functions

• Oversee accurate and complete ordering of resources.
• Oversee renewal process including tracking expected commitment dates, ensuring selectors have confirmed decisions, and receiving and processing invoices and licenses.
• Organize and launch online resource trials.
• Communicate with resource providers regarding resource activation, downtime, access resolution and resource cancellations, negotiate with resource providers for pricing, terms and maintenance of online resources for all DU Libraries, act as preliminary reviewer of contracts in terms of the University's/Libraries interests.
• Identify consortial and resource provider opportunities for increased quality or enhanced access to resources and share recommendations and reviews with other managers to help determine viability of these opportunities. 
• Manage matrixed and directly supervise staff who perform functions supporting the Acquisitions Program. 
• Oversee ordering, invoicing, receiving and claiming print serials, print books, audiovisual materials, and other physical resources.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master's Degree in Library & Information Sciences or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Experience with acquisition of physical and electronic resources.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Broad demonstrated knowledge of electronic resources landscape.
• Self-motivated professional with a high degree of integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to handle responsibilities with both discretion and independence.
• Demonstrated ability to drive multiple high profile and complex projects simultaneously.
• Collaborative team player and leader, skilled in executing and taking constructive input from multiple sources and fostering a positive climate of collaborative change.
• Demonstrated involvement and contribution to the profession through service, presentations, and/or publications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using the ExLibris Alma Library services platform for acquisitions functions and managing resources.
• Experience in supervision and mentoring others.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in higher education and technology that impact libraries and information dissemination and access.
• Experience working in a collaborative and diverse matrixed environment.
• Experience working in an academic setting.

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table
• Typically standing, walking
• Lifting demands ≤ 25lbs

Location

• University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt, grade K. Compensation for this grade ranges from $ 54,630.00 to $ 81,940.00 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.