Serials and Acquisitions Librarian

The Serials and Acquisitions Librarian oversees library collection development, including administration of monographs, serials, and auction catalog acquisitions, and processing of gifts. The role manages all library acquisitions activities and is responsible for collection development in a specified area, working with curatorial departments to select items, maintain records in the ILS, process payments, and monitor vendor performance. The position requires MLIS with at least one year of library experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google suites, and comfort with Alma/Primo, Airtable, Jira, Concur, and the museum’s collection management software. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of coordinating with colleagues, interns, and student workers, while balancing multiple tasks and budgets. Physical duties include handling materials and equipment, and the role is classified as Full-time staff with an expected compensation package described in the institution’s benefits materials.