Strategic Collections Librarian — Acquisitions & Access

Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 93,700; Full time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Worcester, MA, seeks a Collection Development & Acquisitions Librarian to lead assessment, development, and licensing of digital and print resources supporting learning, teaching, and research.

The role involves collaborating across library departments to shape the library's collections, monitor budgets, and participate in strategic initiatives, including open strategies and scholarly communications.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent.
• 2–5 years in library collection development.
• 3–5 years in an academic library.
• Knowledge of collections development, electronic resources, licensing, and copyright.
• Familiarity with online ILS, preferably FOLIO ILS.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Evidence of decision making, problem solving, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze institutional data, usage statistics, interlibrary loan data, and other metrics.
• Utilize collection development and assessment tools (e.g., Greenglass, Gold Rush).
• Establish and monitor title selection plans (PDA, DDA).
• Monitor pricing and usage of e-journal packages and databases.
• Oversee library acquisitions workflow including ordering and invoicing.
• Collaborate with Research and Instruction team to support teaching and learning.
• Develop planning and budgetary recommendations for collections and expenditures.
• Negotiate pricing and licensing terms with vendors and publishers.
• Administer the library's gift-in-kind program and manage donations.
• Support accreditation reporting and library compliance.
• Engage in professional/community outreach and committees.

Skills

Collection development

Data analysis

Vendor relations

Collaboration

Licensing

Education

MLS/MIS or equivalent

Tools

FOLIO ILS

Job description

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Worcester, MA, seeks a Collection Development & Acquisitions Librarian to lead assessment, development, and licensing of digital and print resources supporting learning, teaching, and research.

The role involves collaborating across library departments to shape the library's collections, monitor budgets, and participate in strategic initiatives, including open strategies and scholarly communications.