Acquisitions and Collections Specialist

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing and request workflows for print, eBooks, streaming, and other library resources
• Create and track orders in the Library Services Platform and reconcile invoices for payment
• Perform basic and complex copy cataloging using MARC, AACR2, RDA, and Library of Congress standards
• Maintain accurate bibliographic, holdings, and item data in Alma and OCLC WorldCat
• Coordinate collections maintenance, including physical processing, book repair, inventory, and weeding
• Provide training, guidance, and day-to-day oversight of student workers and casual employees
• Serve as a liaison to faculty regarding course reserves and resource requests

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two years of library experience in an academic setting or relevant professional experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of acquisitions workflows, including ordering, receiving, and invoicing
• Proficiency with library cataloging and metadata standards (MARC, AACR2, RDA, LCSH)
• Experience with Library Services Platforms, specifically Ex Libris Alma
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience analyzing and configuring acquisitions and cataloging workflows within Ex Libris Alma/Primo

About the Company

Occidental College is a private liberal arts college located in Los Angeles, California, dedicated to providing a transformative educational experience through rigorous academics and a diverse, inclusive community.