Acquisitions and Collections Analysis Librarian-Instructor

The Chronicle of Higher Education

Aurora, CO

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$73,923–$86,490.64 Per Year
SKILLS
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Best Practices, Billing, Budget Management, Budgeting, Clinical Facilities, Communication Skills, Computer Security, Contract Negotiation, Contract Processing, Cost Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Cost Reporting, Credit and Collections, Data Analysis, Disease Prevention and Control, Employee Benefits, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Expense Reports, Expense Tracking, Federal Laws and Regulations, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Systems, Forecasting, Fund Management, Gardening, Health Science, Healthcare, Hospital, IT Procurement, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Library Acquisitions, Library and Information Science, License Agreements, Metrics, Negotiation Skills, Occupational Health, Peoplesoft, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Procurement Management, Product Lifecycle, Resource Management, Safety/Work Safety, State Laws and Regulations, Surveillance, Team Lead/Manager, Training/Teaching, Vaccination, Vendor/Supplier Management, Viruses, Writing Skills, eBooks
LOCATION
Aurora, CO
POSTED
1 day ago

University of Colorado AnschutzDepartment: Strauss Health Sciences LibraryJob Title: Acquisitions and Collections Analysis Librarian-InstructorPosition #00626201 – Requisition #: 40114Job SummaryThe Acquisitions and Collection Analysis Librarian leads the library's acquisitions, collection budget management, and collection assessment activities, with a focus on data-informed decision-making and sustainable collection strategies. This position oversees continuing resources expenditures, vendor negotiations, and collection analysis while collaborating closely with department colleagues on lifecycle management of electronic resources.SupervisionThe Acquisitions and Collection Analysis Librarian reports to the Head of Collection Management.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThe Acquisitions and Collection Analysis Librarian has no direct reports, but may oversee the work of students, volunteers or other staff on committee work, specific projects, or as requested.Faculty StatusUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Health Sciences Library faculty members serve as promotion eligible, non‑tenure track faculty.Key ResponsibilitiesAcquisitions & Budget ManagementLead acquisitions workflows for continuing resources, including journals, databases, and large e‑book packages.Collaborate with the Department Head in monitoring the collections budget (approximately $3.3 million), including forecasting, tracking expenditures, and reporting.Lead communications with CU Libraries Electronic Resources Team (CLERT) and other consortia, including cost‑sharing calculations, payment tracking, and joint subscription approvals.Manage electronic resource procurement processes, including contracting and renewals, institutional procurement workflows, and IT/security review coordination, in collaboration with team members.Manage vendor communication and negotiation responsibilities, including pricing, contract terms, and renewals, in collaboration with team members.Manage invoicing and payment tracking, including coordination with vendors and finance offices.Maintain acquisitions and financial records in Alma.Update the department electronic resources management workflow tracker.Provide financial and analytical context to support electronic resource lifecycle management.Collection Analysis & StrategyLead collection analysis and reporting, including national surveys and institutional reporting.Conduct cost analyses across electronic resources and assist with journal package evaluations.Manage the life cycle of large e‑book collections and assist with electronic resources weeding and deselection projects.Assess and manage Read & Publish agreements, including cost‑benefit analysis.Assist with investigating and recommending alternative access models (e.g., ILL, article‑level access, demand‑driven models).Other Duties as AssignedContribute to the development of policies, guidelines, and best practices and maintain the information in designated Collection Management folders and drives.Participate in library‑wide activities, such as serving on library committees and task forces.Participate in cross‑campus activities, such as serving on committees and task forces.Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively in groups as both a team leader and a team member.Professional DevelopmentThe Acquisitions and Collection Analysis Librarian is expected to assume personal responsibility for designing and implementing a plan for continuing professional development, and to actively contribute to their profession through scholarly and service activities.Work LocationHybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in‑person meetings.BenefitsMedical: Multiple plan optionsDental: Multiple plan optionsAdditional Insurance: Disability, Life, VisionRetirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross payPaid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)Vacation Days: 22 per year (maximum accrual 352 hours)Sick Days: 15 per year (unlimited maximum accrual)Holiday Days: 11 per yearTuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campusesECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail serviceQualificationsMinimum QualificationsMaster's degree in library and/or information science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited or equivalent accrediting body program at time of hire.Preferred QualificationsExperience in acquisitions, budgeting, or collection development in an academic or health sciences library.Experience in reviewing and negotiating license agreements/contracts in an academic library.Experience with a Library Services Platform (LSP), such as ExLibris Alma.Experience working with acquisitions and/or funds management modules in an LSP.Experience working with a university finance system for processing payments and/or monitoring collections budget, such as SciQuest and PeopleSoft.Demonstrated experience with data analysis and reporting.Experience with e‑resource renewals and/or life cycle.Familiarity with COUNTER usage metrics.Anticipated Pay RangeThe starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: $73,923 to $86,490.64.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementThe University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.ADA StatementThe University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.Background Check StatementThe University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.Vaccination StatementCU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID‑19 virus and other vaccine‑preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety‑sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health‑medical surveillance program.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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