Brock University Library is recruiting a Library Assistant, Continuations.
The Library Assistant, Continuations is primarily responsible for the acquisition and maintenance of subscription resources, manages the procurement of resources for the library collection, and serves as the primary point of contact for the publishers and vendors in Collections Services.
You will:
- Act as main contact with vendors and publishers for content licenses and contracts, including receiving, completing orders, renewal and license agreement forms, and acquiring authorized signatures;
- Work closely with other members of the Collections Department to process renewals, cancellations, and assist with consortia reconciliations, monitoring transfer titles, and title list comparisons;
- Request quotes and place orders for new print/electronic subscriptions, replacement issues, journal backfile, and e-books;
- Scrutinize and advise on pricing options and conduct price negotiations;
- Regularly audit information for problems with orders, subscriptions, claims, invoices, access, and records;
- Utilize the Library Management System (LMS) to process invoices and credits, and the Finance system to enter invoices and verify payments;
- Communicate with vendors and publishers to expedite access, ensure continued access, and resolve access problems;
- Coordinate serials weeding and train and mentor library staff on procedures;
- Support Collections Services by preparing annual donations report, compile statistics, update budget/projects file, and keep up to date with current practices and tools.
Learn more about this full time position, qualifications, salary, etc. and apply by March 4, 2025 at 11:59 pm.
