University Library Specialist, Acquisitions & Discovery
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193578EPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
University Library Specialist, Acquisitions & DiscoveryAnticipated Hiring Range
$63,594Work Schedule
University Business hours are Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM. The Libraries supports flexible work arrangements based on departmental and operational needs. This position will require frequent onsite work.Job Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
NCSU LibrariesAbout the Department
The NC State University Libraries supports and enables research and learning by providing collections, services, spaces, and technologies for the NC State community and its partners. The Libraries is committed to being a powerful competitive advantage for the university in every aspect of its mission, including attracting and retaining faculty and students and promoting their success. To that end, we foster a culture of creativity, innovation, belonging, and well-being. The library system consists of the D. H. Hill Jr. Library, the James B. Hunt Jr. Library, and branch libraries for design, natural resources, and veterinary medicine.
For more information about the Libraries, please see https://lib.ncsu.edu.
The Acquisitions & Discovery (A&D) department supports the teaching and research program of the university by providing searchable metadata for the more than 3.5 million volumes and 110,000 print and electronic journal subscriptions purchased by the NC State University Libraries, thus preserving and making accessible the intellectual content of the library’s collections. The Data Projects & Partnerships (DPP) unit is one of three in the A&D department, and primarily focuses on collaborating with others in the department and the Libraries to build high-quality data and efficient tools to enhance the discovery and acquisition of library collections.
Essential Job Duties
The University Library Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining the quality of data and metadata, designing and managing databases, and optimizing technical workflows within the Data Projects & Partnerships (DPP) unit of the Acquisitions & Discovery (A&D) department. This position ensures the accuracy and reliability of the Libraries’ discovery and financial systems by overseeing a range of responsibilities, including advanced technical support for the Serials and Monographs Units (covering reporting and data management), authority control processes, the PeopleSoft voucher process, and account reconciliation across vendors, the integrated library system (ILS), and PeopleSoft. Additionally, the Specialist is responsible for budget management, as well as providing database and troubleshooting support for the department.
The Specialist also facilitates and manages data-related partnerships and projects, offering metadata consulting and technical support across various library departments. This role extends to occasional collaboration with external parties, such as faculty or other campus entities, in partnership with teams like Organizational Strategy and the Library Impact Analysis team. Responsibilities include project facilitation and management, coordinating and communicating timelines, collaborating with multiple stakeholders with varying levels of technical expertise, and providing training on new tools or workflows as needed.
Minimum Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience in a library or in archives or records management; or High School diploma or equivalency and five years of experience in a library or in archives or records management; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
- Experience applying metadata standards used to describe digital resources
- Familiarity with improving data and metadata interoperability across various schemas and software platforms
- Demonstrated experience using various office and productivity tools, including relational databases as well as the ability to locate, analyze, and interpret data
- Ability to work creatively and independently, as well as part of a team, including the ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships
- Ability to foster an environment of belonging and well-being
- Ability to communicate clearly and knowledgeably
- Ability to manage complex or innovative projects on teams with multiple internal and external stakeholders
- Attention to detail, problem-solving, time-management, and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience with database tools or programming languages, such as Python or SQL
- Experience with ILS and library data, such as Sirsi ILS or Alma
- Familiarity with financial data or systems, such as PeopleSoft or PaymentWorks
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License required
NoJob Open Date
08/13/2024Anticipated Close Date
Open Until FilledSpecial Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the required application and attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for four (4) current professional references.
Position Number
00040094Position Type
EHRA Non-FacultyFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventDepartment ID
250101 - NCSU LibrariesAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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