Assistant Head of Acquisitions/Serials
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New York University, Bobst Library

Manages the Receiving Section of the Acquisitions Unit, which
receives materials in all formats for the library's collections using
the Geac ADVANCE system.  Supervises, trains, and directs full- and
part-time staff in serials check-in; receipt of books, videotapes, CD-
roms, and other formats; claims; and serials binding.   Assists in
management and planning of the unit.  Requires: ALA Accredited MLS
(subject master's degree required for tenure), minimum 2 years
experience in large serials acquisitions department; demonstrated
supervisory skills; vendor negotiation skills; ability to work
comfortably and productively in a complex and high-volume
work environment; excellent oral and written communication skills;
awareness of and involvement in current national developments in
acquisitions and serials control.  Excellent benefits include five
weeks annual vacation.  Salary commensurate with experience and
background.  Minimum: $34,000.  Send resume and letter of
application, including the addresses and telephone numbers of
3 references to: Ms. Alice Deich, Library Personnel Director, New
York University Libraries, 70 Washington Square South, New York, NY
10012.  Applications received by December 31, 1995 will receive first
consideration.  NYU ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM WOMEN AND MEMBERS OF
MINORITY GROUPS.