Library Acquisitions & Cataloging Specialist

Town of Amherst; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Amherst seeks an Acquisitions Coordinator to manage the acquisition, cataloging, and processing of library materials. You will order, track, and pay for items across multiple vendors and provide superb customer service at the reference desk in a fast-paced environment.

You will use Evergreen ILS for tracking, update MARC records, and contribute to cataloging and department workflows through modern technologies. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent, plus two years of post-secondary education or training in library science or related field, and two years of library technical services experience.
• Knowledge of library procedures and operations.
• Working knowledge of classification, cataloging, acquisitions, processing, and library computer systems.
• Ability to use OCLC and MARC records.

Responsibilities

• Perform all phases of acquisitions and prepare orders and correspondence.
• Interact with multiple vendors and track funds, invoices and order status.
• Edit MARC records and assist with cataloging of print and nonprint materials.
• Update department workflows using current technologies and Evergreen ILS features.
• Provide front-line customer service at the reference desk during shifts and assist patrons.

Skills

Library procedures

Cataloging

Acquisitions processing

Library computer systems

OCLC

MARC records

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Technology instruction

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma + 2 yrs post-secondary in library science/related field

BA/4-year degree preferred

Tools

Evergreen ILS

Job description

The Town of Amherst seeks an Acquisitions Coordinator to manage the acquisition, cataloging, and processing of library materials. You will order, track, and pay for items across multiple vendors and provide superb customer service at the reference desk in a fast-paced environment.

You will use Evergreen ILS for tracking, update MARC records, and contribute to cataloging and department workflows through modern technologies. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success.