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Media Acquisitions Paraprofessional
Colgate University | |
United States, New York, Colgate | |
April 11, 2023 | |
Colgate University is seeking qualified candidates for a Media Acquisitions Paraprofessional within the University Library. The mission of the Acquisitions Department is to acquire or facilitate timely patron access to materials which fit the Library’s collection development policy. Materials will be acquired as promptly and as cost effectively as possible for both the Case and Cooley Libraries. This position supports that mission by ordering or securing access to media materials requested by Colgate faculty in both physical and online formats, and investigating access problems. The position also provides ongoing backup and/or assistance in working with other materials such as serials and books as requested by the Serials Paraprofessional and Acquisitions Supervisor. Accountabilities include, but are not limited to: • Researches media requests (physical and electronic) and places orders with appropriate vendors/publishers using the best available method. Includes one-time faculty student requests and ongoing support of seasonal Colgate film series • Serves as primary contact for all vendor/faculty/student inquiries regarding media orders/rentals. Resolves billing problems and errors for this material • Arranges for bibliographic records for media to be added to catalog, tracks payments in Sierra and other systems. Bills and tracks payments for other departments for film series or special rentals • Actively monitors deposit accounts and budget for streaming media vendors This position offers the opportunity for a flexible work schedule to help meet the needs of the selected candidate. Colgate University offers comprehensive benefits in a welcoming, inclusive environment where employees can bring their whole selves to the office. Colgate is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. recblid un1p21pwh8rkrurhevevjm897a366g |