E.M. Cudahy Memorial Library of  Loyola University Chicago is hiring
for the position of Library Associate II (Serials Acquisitions).

The successful candidate will supervise the serials acquisitions
section which acquires, receives and pays for periodicals and
continuation titles.  Sets priorities and monitors progress for the
section.  Plans and oversees projects relating to serials
acquisitions.  Trains and supervises two full time library assistants.
 Processes order requests for periodicals and continuation titles in
all physical formats; uses print and non-print resources to identify
the materials to be ordered and determines the most suitable method to
acquire the materials.  Reviews and approves invoices in a variety of
European languages and currencies.  Resolves complex problems
regarding a variety of records in Voyager.  Communicates regularly
with domestic and foreign vendors and publishers to resolve problems
regarding orders and invoices.

Requirements: B.S./B.A. and 2-3 years relevant library experience,
preferably in acquisitions or serials operations; previous supervisory
and management experience; strong organizational skills; strong
interpersonal skills; excellent written and oral communication skills;
strong analytical and problem solving skills; ability to work with
highly detailed information, especially with accounting information;
experience with an automated library system preferably Endeavor
Voyager, word processing and PCs.  Working knowledge of a European
language highly desirable.  Knowledge of accounting practices
desirable.

Loyola University Chicago, a Jesuit Catholic institution, offers a
comprehensive benefits package.  Please mail or fax your resume to:
Human Resources, Loyola University Chicago, 6525 N. Sheridan Road,
Chicago, IL 60626.  Tel: (773) 508-3140  Fax: (773) 508-8839.  Loyola
University is an equal opportunity employer/educator.   More
information is available on the Web at http://www.luc.edu.

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Ling-li Chang
Head, Serials Dept.
E.M. Cudahy Memorial Library
Loyola University Chicago
6525 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
Tel: (773) 508-2651
Fax: (773) 508-2993
E-mail:  lchang@luc.edu