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From: Don Kenney <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Position ad

Please post the following position:

Acquisitions Librarian.  Search Extended.The University Libraries at
Virginia Tech announces a search for an Acquisitions Librarian, a library
faculty position in the Technical Services Department.  This position
oversees acquisitions of all library materials, with primary
responsibilities for developing Requests-For- Proposal and other vendor
negotiations; monitors contracts and vendor performance, including approval
and blanket orders.  Responsible for developing, implementing, and reviewing
policies and procedures; investigating technologies aimed at improving
services, increasing productivity and enhancing the acquisitions workflow.
Authorizes payment of invoices and compliance with all state and university
regulations and requirements regarding purchases and contractual agreements.
The Acquisitions Librarian reports to the Head of the Technical Services
Department.


Qualifications:  MLS from an ALA-accredited library school.  The successful
candidate should show evidence of initiative, flexibility and the potential
to excel in a rapidly changing library environment; demonstrated knowledge
of the latest technology related to all technical services processes;
ability to work in a team and collaborative environment and have a broad
understanding of acquisition processes as they relate to collection
management, cataloging, and serial maintenance. Knowledge of traditional
print and electronic industries.. Excellent  communication and interpersonal
skills.  Preferred:  two or more years of academic library experience;
experience with processes analysis.

Benefits:  choice of TIAA/CREF or State of Virginia retirement plan, state
health insurance through Blue-Cross/Blue-Shield, generous sick leave
benefits, 24 days annual leave.   Salary:  Twelve-month faculty appointment;
rank and salary dependent upon credentials and experience with a salary in
$30,000 range.

Virginia Tech is the land grant university for the Commonwealth of Virginia
with approximately 23,000 undergraduates and 3,300 graduate students.  The
university is located in Blacksburg at the foothills of the Blue Ridge
Mountains accessible to several major metropolitan areas.  Additional
information can be found about  University  Libraries at www.lib.vt.edu

Virginia Tech  has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and is
an affirmative-action, equal-employment-opportunity employer and encourages
minorities, women and persons with disabilities to apply.

Applications:  Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses and
telephone numbers of at least three references to:  Cathy Pillow, Personnel
Services, University Libraries, Virginia Tech P. O. Box 90001, Blacksburg,
VA 24062-9001.  Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the
application process should notify Ms. Pillow.  Review of application will
begin, May 20, 1997.

Donald J. Kenney
Associate Dean of Administrative Services
University Libraries
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001

540-231-9257
540-231-7808 FAX