Library Services Associate, Acquisitions and Cataloging (Extended Temporary) (Updated)

Please Note: The first review of applications has been extended to August 10 2026.

The University of Arizona Libraries are enterprising partners in advancing the Universitys priorities by promoting inquiry creative endeavor scholarly communication and lifelong learning. Serving as an intellectual crossroads of the University the Libraries support innovative interdisciplinary research and scholarship while providing resources and services that enrich both the Arizona community and a global academic audience.

The University of Arizonas Libraries invites you to apply for the role of Library Services Associate Acquisitions and this role you will serve as an integral member of the Collection Services department with primary responsibility in the acquisition and description of materials in all formats for the UA Libraries. Your primary focus will be on acquisitions activities with acquisition duties taking priority over cataloging and description work due to time-sensitive processing requirements.

The first review of applications will begin on August 10 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health dental and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Reviews requests for library materials submitted by library selectors faculty andstudents; assessesavailability; locates appropriate vendors; and communicates with requesters to problem-solve requests.
• Places firm orders for material in all formats creates order recordsin the Library Services Platform (LSP) monitors order fulfillment andcommunicates with vendors as needed to resolve issues.
• Interacts with a variety of vendors and vendor systems and continuallymonitors and responds to changes in vendors vendor contracts and vendorservices.
• Receives and reconciles invoices in preparation for payment processing in accounting.
• Participates in the workflows that maintain the Libraries demand-driven evidence-based approval and other acquisitionsprograms.
• Catalogs materials in all formats and accurately assigns Library ofCongress classifications and subject headings.
• Participates in technical services cleanup work including reclassingrecord remediation and holdings problem-solving activities that support University of Arizona Libraries print initiatives in collaboration with the Discovery Unit.
• Performs otherduties as assigned.

KnowledgeSkills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of library tools systems and resources relatedto acquisitions and cataloging functions in academic libraries.
• Knowledge of applying appropriate metadata standards andclassification schema especially MARC Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) and Libraryof Congress Classification (LCC).
• Ability to follow current best practices in librarytechnical services operations procedures and policies.
• Ability in using software for cataloging word processingspreadsheets data management and decision support.
• Ability to interpret information and extract data fromcomputer databases using various search criteria.
• Abilityto learn new processes adapt to change and continuously improve performance.
• Abilityto demonstrate initiative optimism flexibility and follow-through.
• Excellent analytical time management organizational andproblem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively ina busy fast-paced environment.
• Excellentinterpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment onethat values and leverages the benefits of a variety of perspectives.
• Abilityto demonstrate positive attitude and strong demonstration of UALibraries Values.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelors degree required.

• Experience working in a library setting.
• Experience using spreadsheets to organize track or analyze information.
• Experience processing financial transactions and maintaining accurate records.