Job Summary
Sam Houston State University (SHSU) and the Newton Gresham Library (NGL) seek an experienced and highly organized Head of Acquisitions to oversee the purchasing and management of all resources – print and digital – that facilitate the study, research and scholarship conducted by members of the SHSU community. The Head of Acquisitions reports to the Director of Technical Services.
Sam Houston State University (SHSU) provides attractive opportunities for individuals pursuing a rewarding and impactful career. The university offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salaries, and a flexible work environment that promotes work-life balance. SHSU prioritizes employee well-being and job satisfaction. Additionally, professional development opportunities through educational assistance and dependent assistance programs exist.
SHSU is in Huntsville, Texas, and serves a unique student population of over 21,000. Positioned along the rapidly developing Interstate 45 corridor between Houston and Dallas, SHSU is 70 miles north of downtown Houston and 170 miles south of Dallas, located in the beautiful “piney woods”, with proximity to a state park and the national forest for outdoor recreation. Relocation assistance to Huntsville is available. Compensation is up to $85k plus robust benefits.
Job Responsibilities
This is a 12-month tenure-track faculty position with expectations of librarianship, professional service, and scholarship. The librarianship duties include the following:
- Manage the acquisitions & serials unit of the library which is responsible for purchasing materials for the library collection and managing serials.
- Investigate and manage all new potential acquisitions and oversee an annual acquisitions budget of $3.8mm.
- Coordinate all aspects of resource acquisitions, including overseeing ordering and receiving of library materials in all formats and order types (firm orders, subscriptions, standing orders, and patron driven acquisitions).
- Oversee print serials processes including receiving and binding.
- Directly supervise the Acquisitions Library Associate and the Acquisitions & Serials Library Assistant II and provide functional supervision to other staff as needed.
- Collaborate with library administration and faculty to account for and reconcile the library material’s budget with university and library systems used to track the payment of library resources.
- Verify licenses governing the use of continuing resources to meet Texas and University requirements.
- Troubleshooting e-resource access problems related to payment and coverage discrepancies.
- Implementation of policies and procedures to improve unit and departmental workflows.
Educational/Experiential Requirements
- Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program.
- Commitment to leadership, mentoring, and team development.
- Experience working with spreadsheets to collect, analyze, and report on data.
- Familiarity communicating with vendors.
- Effective communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.
Job Application Instructions
Please apply through the following link: https://jackfarrell.com/job-