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Could be a good opportunity. Timothy A. Lepczyk Metadata Librarian Digital Library Services Washington University Libraries Campus Box 1061 One Brookings Drive St. Louis, MO 63130 Tel: 314.935.8934 Email: [log in to unmask] From: Sharon Balsman Sent: Friday, June 06, 2008 12:36 PM To: Public Subject: POSITION VACANCY NOTICE (Acquisitions) UNIT: Acquisitions POSITION TITLE: Acquisitions Librarian TO APPLY: Visit www.wustlcareers.com <http://www.wustlcareers.com/> or www.hr.wustl..edu <http://www.hr.wustl..edu/> . Attach a letter of application, résumé, and the names of three references (including e-mail and telephone numbers). SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Provides leadership for approval plans and shelf-ready programs . Prepares fund and budget reports. Supervises the monographic acquisitions staff. Works with the Head of Collections and Acquisitions in all aspects of collections, especially monographic acquisitions. Provides active communication with internal and external customers regarding all issues. Reports to Head, Acquisitions and Collections. QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from an ALA-accredited school required Knowledge of automated systems required An understanding of the information needs of a research library in a digital environment. Experience in either monographic or serial acquisitions, or as a bibliographer/subject specialist. Supervisory experience preferred Demonstrated commitment to using electronic information technologies Knowledge of book or serial trade desirable Excellent interpersonal skills; proven ability to work effectively with a variety of people and groups in a decentralized and changing environment Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Ability to make independent judgments Analysis and organizational skills Self-confidence, initiative, flexibility Demonstrated ability to embrace change and tolerate ambiguity.