Technical Services Librarian
Concordia University Chicago
Concordia University Chicago invites applications for the full-time, exempt position of Technical Services Librarian to provide support to the office of Library. This position is located in River Forest, IL and reports to the Director of Library Services.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Oversee ordering electronic and physical books, including acquisitions requests from faculty
- Collaborate with the Director of Library Services to monitor ordering, receiving, processing, and payment of all collection materials
- Responsible for original and copy cataloging
- Maintain thorough knowledge of Ex-Libris Alma library software system (ILS) and WorldCat Discovery
- Serve as the liaison with Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries of Illinois (CARLI) and OCLC
- Maintain and distribute to library staff: acquisitions, cataloging policies, and procedures
- Supervise binding and preservation
- Train and supervise Federal Student Workers regarding technical services projects
- Collaborate with the library team on collection development
- Pull and prepare usage statistics for upcoming renewals and tracking subscription renewal notice deadlines
- Participate in the reference desk coverage on occasion
- Works on Saturday every one-two month/s is required
- Other duties as assigned
Skill Sets:
- Knowledge of acquisitions and cataloging practices in an automated environment; preferably of Ex-Libris Alma library software system (ILS)
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work both independently and in cooperation with others
Minimum Experience Required:
A minimum of one year cataloging experience in an academic library; one year library acquisitions experience
Education Requirements:
MLS degree from ALA-accredited institution
Compensation and Benefits:
Starting range is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia health, disability and retirement plan enrollment is available to full-time employees and their eligible dependents. Tuition benefits are also available for employees and their qualified dependents.
Application Information:
Interested individuals should include a cover letter, resume and three references with their online application.
Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.
Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs.
About Concordia University Chicago:
Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Education, College of Graduate Studies, and College of Innovative and Professional Programs, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and in 2013 was named to the U.S. President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the fifth time. For the sixth consecutive year, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded more than 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more at CUChicago.edu.
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