Collection Services Librarian

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Job Posting Title:

Collection Services Librarian

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM Law - LLIS - Resource Management (Amanda Arceneaux (00004773))

Work Location:

L0100 Hebert Law Center

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

Job Summary:

The LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center seeks a Collection Services Librarian. Reporting to the Head of Resource Management, the Collection Services Librarian is responsible for developing, assessing, acquiring, and providing access to the Law Library's print and electronic collections in support of the teaching, research, and service missions of the Law Center. The position coordinates collection development activities, acquisitions workflows, serials management, cataloging, and metadata services to ensure that library resources are discoverable and accessible to users.

They must be able to function in a collegial, teamwork-oriented environment with a strong service orientation; be self-motivated, with excellent attention to detail and superior organizational and analytical skills; maintain strong communication and interpersonal skills, and have the ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally, and in a timely manner; capacity to work independently and as a collaborative team member.

Candidates holding a J.D. in addition to the required M.L.S. may participate in legal research instruction and other faculty responsibilities as assigned.

Job Responsibilities:

Lead collection development activities for the Law Library, including evaluating and assessing existing collections, identifying collection strengths and gaps, recommending purchases and cancellations, and working collaboratively with reference librarians and faculty to select resources that support curricular and research needs. Participate in collection assessment, inventory, preservation, and deselection projects as appropriate. (25%)

Manage acquisitions workflows for print and electronic resources, including ordering library materials through GOBI and other vendors, receiving materials, maintaining standing orders and subscriptions, monitoring expenditures, and communicating with publishers, vendors, and consortia regarding acquisitions and collection needs. (25%)