Library Acquisitions Specialist

Embry-Riddle; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement contributions

Personal leave

Job summary

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Hunt Library in Daytona Beach, FL seeks an Acquisitions Technician to support printing and electronic resources. You will coordinate ordering, receiving, invoicing, and processing with vendors and campus partners, while maintaining accurate records in Alma and related systems.

The role emphasizes budgeting, reporting, and efficient workflow support. The successful candidate will have 1–3 years of related work experience, strong written communication, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–3 years of related work experience.
• Strong written communication, grammar, basic math, and organizational skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and standard internet applications.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to learn and effectively use library information systems and business applications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the ordering, receiving, invoicing, and processing of print and electronic library materials with vendors and campus partners.
• Maintain acquisitions, vendor, inventory, and financial records in Alma and other library technologies.
• Track purchase requests and communicate with staff throughout the acquisitions process.
• Assist with collection maintenance activities including gifts, serials, and repairs.
• Prepare reports, monitor acquisitions expenditures, and assist with budget tracking and workflow documentation.
• Coordinate departmental mail distribution and manage processing and repair supplies.

Skills

Written communication

Grammar

Basic math

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Alma library system

MARC records

OCLC

EBSCONET

Job description

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Hunt Library in Daytona Beach, FL seeks an Acquisitions Technician to support printing and electronic resources. You will coordinate ordering, receiving, invoicing, and processing with vendors and campus partners, while maintaining accurate records in Alma and related systems.

The role emphasizes budgeting, reporting, and efficient workflow support. The successful candidate will have 1–3 years of related work experience, strong written communication, and