Library Resources Specialist: Acquisition & Cataloging

State of South Carolina; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Winthrop University is seeking a Library Specialist for Resource Acquisition & Description to support development and maintenance of the library's collection and access to resources. Responsibilities include receiving and processing new materials, maintaining the online catalog, and assisting with budget tracking.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, knowledge of library organization, strong communication skills, and the ability to supervise student employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and library experience.
• Knowledge of library organization, procedures and services.
• Effective organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive new library resources (journals, newspapers, serials, monographs, etc.).
• Perform processing and physical handling of resources per format.
• Maintain and shift collections; deselect materials as needed.
• Maintain the online catalog and bibliographic records; update holdings and items.
• Perform bibliographic cleanup and data maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Support budget tracking and reporting activities.
• Identify and resolve access issues to electronic resources.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate student employees.

Skills

Knowledge of library organization

Organizational skills

Oral and written communication

Train and supervise student employees

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Lift up to 50 pounds

Learn basic software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Library/Information Science coursework

Equivalency (education/experience)

Tools

Library management system

Job description

Winthrop University is seeking a Library Specialist for Resource Acquisition & Description to support development and maintenance of the library's collection and access to resources. Responsibilities include receiving and processing new materials, maintaining the online catalog, and assisting with budget tracking.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, knowledge of library organization, strong communication skills, and the ability to supervise student employees.