Law Library Acquisitions Specialist

Georgetown University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University’s Law Library seeks an Acquisitions Coordinator to manage day-to-day acquisitions operations, including orders, subscriptions, and standing orders across all formats. You will troubleshoot receiving issues, process claims, and liaise with vendors to ensure timely delivery and accurate invoicing.

You will maintain acquisitions data within the library system, assist the Head of Content Acquisitions and Management with policy analysis, and participate in special projects while

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 3-5 years of library experience.
• Knowledge of standard library practices and procedures.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a complex and changing environment.
• Familiarity with spreadsheet, database, and cloud-based document storage applications.
• Strong oral, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Place and manage all firm orders, subscriptions, and standing orders for materials in all formats.
• Troubleshoot receiving issues and claim orders not received timely.
• Communicate with vendors and review invoices for accuracy.
• Maintain integrity of acquisitions data in library systems.
• Support Head of Content Acquisitions and Management with policy analysis.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

Skills

library experience

team player

spreadsheets

databases

cloud storage

communication

written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Ex Libris Alma

Job description

Georgetown University’s Law Library seeks an Acquisitions Coordinator to manage day-to-day acquisitions operations, including orders, subscriptions, and standing orders across all formats. You will troubleshoot receiving issues, process claims, and liaise with vendors to ensure timely delivery and accurate invoicing.

You will maintain acquisitions data within the library system, assist the Head of Content Acquisitions and Management with policy analysis, and participate in special projects while