We are currently hiring two Collections Services Technicians reporting to the Head, Collections and Content. This position comprises the acquisitions, cataloguing, and metadata functions in the Collections Services unit. The incumbent carries out cataloguing and metadata creation activities in a timely fashion in order to promote user access to the library’s collection. The Technicians will also contribute to developing and modifying workflows in response to ongoing developments in the Acquisitions and Resource Management functionality of the ALMA LSP work environment.
Responsibilities
Process orders for book and non-book materials, adhering to annual ordering and receiving deadlines
Liaise with subject selectors during the order process and provides information and advice regarding format and licensing options
Reconcile and process invoices and credit card statements for payment
Catalogue and classify multiple formats into the library’s collection adhering to national and international standards and local practices and procedures
Contribute to developing and refining workflows to effectively and efficiently utilize the Acquisitions and Resources functionality in the ALMA LSP
Deliver point of need services via the library Service Desk to students, staff, faculty, and community users within the MRU Library in order to facilitate use of library resources
Assist with activities related to in-kind library donations, including arranging logistical details with the donor and coordinating the issue of tax receipts
Assist with digitization and format-shifting of print and visual media
Qualifications
Two-year post-secondary diploma in Library and Information Technology in combination with 3 – 5 years of experience in library collection services
A Masters in Library and Information Science or equivalent would be considered an asset
Experience in accounting and reconciling statements and invoices
Familiarity with current and emerging trends in library metadata standards
Comfort with integrated library systems, discovery layers, word processing, spreadsheets, acquisitions software, and other metadata tools
Experience with Alma LSP, Primo discovery layer, Google Docs/Sheets, Excel, GOBI, MARCEdit, OpenRefine, or Springshare products would be an asset
Exercise effective problem-solving and decision-making skills
Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to work independently and be self-motivated
Proven written and oral communication skills with the ability to work effectively within a team
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