Library Services Associate, Acquisitions and Cataloging (Extended Temporary) (Updated)

Reviews requests for library materials submitted by library selectors, faculty, and students; assesses availability; locates appropriate vendors; and communicates with requesters to problem-solve requests. Places firm orders for material in all formats, creates order records in the Library Services Platform (LSP), monitors order fulfillment, and communicates with vendors as needed to resolve issues. Interacts with a variety of vendors and vendor systems and continually monitors and responds to changes in vendors, vendor contracts, and vendor services. Receives and reconciles invoices in preparation for payment processing in accounting. Participates in the workflows that maintain the Libraries’ demand-driven, evidence-based, approval, and other acquisitions programs. Catalogs materials in all formats and accurately assigns Library of Congress classifications and subject headings. Participates in technical services cleanup work, including reclassing, record remediation, and holdings problem-solving activities that support University of Arizona Libraries print initiatives in collaboration with the Discovery Unit. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of library tools, systems, and resources related to acquisitions and cataloging functions in academic libraries. Knowledge of applying appropriate metadata standards and classification schema, especially MARC, Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), and Library of Congress Classification (LCC). Ability to follow current best practices in library technical services operations, procedures and policies. Ability in using software for cataloging, word processing, spreadsheets, data management, and decision support. Ability to interpret information and extract data from computer databases using various search criteria. Ability to learn new processes, adapt to change, and continuously improve performance. Ability to demonstrate initiative, optimism, flexibility, and follow-through. Excellent analytical, time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a busy, fast-paced environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment, one that values and leverages the benefits of a variety of perspectives. Ability to demonstrate positive attitude and strong demonstration of UA Libraries’ Values.