Test Requisition

🔍 School of Medicine: Porter Drive, California

📁: Legal

📅   : Feb 13, 2014 Post Date

📅   : 60544 Requisition #

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The Ordering unit acquires library resourcesin all physical and electronic formats for twelve Stanford libraries, with an annualmaterials budget of over $20,000,000, half of which is for electronic formats.This position includes a significant role in providing strategic direction ascontent formats and delivery mechanisms develop and expand. The successfulcandidate will be inquisitive and creative in the investigation andexperimentation of emerging technologies that will advance our ability toacquire and deliver content that supports evolving models of scholarship andresearch.

The Payments unit processes all payments forresources purchased worldwide for SUL’s collection. The Ordering and FiscalLibrarian takes a lead role in monitoring and ensuring security, integrity andfinancial accountability for current Payment systems and effectively respondsto the continual changes in fiscal systems, codes and regulations. As globalfinancial systems evolve, critical thinking for process improvement within thePayments unit is essential to this position.

As the primary liaison between theAcquisitions Department and the Collections program, the Ordering and FiscalLibrarian nurtures a culture of communication and collaboration in support ofSUL’s collecting efforts. This position requires a high level of engagement inother SUL inter-departmental endeavors where it is expected that theincumbent’s leadership, expertise, judgment, and analysis will contribute tosuccessful outcomes.

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Qualifications include an MLS/MLIS or theequivalent, a strong interest in providing leadership in an organization thatvalues creativity as part of continuous change, demonstrated supervisoryexperience, the ability to motivate staff in a dynamic, fast-paced environment,and at least 3 years of experience working in an acquisitions department (3P2level) or 7 years (to qualify for the 3P3 level). Must have working familiaritywith Collection Development policies and practices, a strong commitment tocollaboration, quality service and innovation, and advanced skills in MS Word,Access and Excel. Proficiency using an integrated library system (Sirsi/DynixSymphony preferred), particularly the Acquisitions, Payments, and Reportsmodules are necessary, as are excellent communication, organization, problemsolving and time management skills.

Experience working in an academic library, workingknowledge of MARC and other metadata standards and Library of Congressclassification system, and a basic understanding of licensing and copyrightissues are preferred, as are knowledge of GAAP and experience in projectmanagement.

To see the full job description, assure yourapplication information is captured in our official files and give the hiringdepartment immediate access to your resume, apply to http://stanfordcareers.stanford.edu/job-search?jobId=61231. AA/EOE.

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 60544

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.