From: "Shelton,Trey" <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Tue, 10 Jan 2017 20:47:35 +0000

The George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, seeks
applications and nominations for the position of Acquisitions
Accounting and Serials Coordinator working in the Accounting & Serials
(A&S) Unit of the Acquisitions Department at University of Florida
George A. Smathers Libraries. In coordination with the A&S Unit
Manager and the Health Science Center Library (HSCL) Director, manages
the HSCL materials budget in excess of two million dollars. Works with
a general degree of authority and independence and exercises
initiative in setting priorities, decision making, and problem
solving. In coordination with A&S Unit Manager, establishes methods
and workflows to administer, organize, and preserve expenditures and
other acquisition information related to the HSCL budget. Provides
data analysis, planning reports, and develops strategies in
cooperation with A&S Unit Manager, Acquisitions Department Chair, and
the HSCL Director. Assists the A&S Unit Manager on setting Unit goals
and priorities. Communicates with Libraries’ Fiscal Services Office
and University’s Finance & Accounting office as required. Assists Unit
Manager on management of Unit staff and student assistants.
Collaborates with Acquisitions staff to develop and implement
workflows that involve multiple units. Creates and updates Unit
documentation and provides access through LibGuides and other media.
Interprets library, department, and unit policy and makes decisions
when working with library staff, vendors and publishers to resolve
non-routine problems. Analyzes problems and proposes new or modified
workflows within the scope of established policies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Library/Information Science, Accounting/Finance, or
other appropriate advanced degree
Knowledge of library acquisitions procedures and practices
Demonstrated experience in accounting practices, including paying
invoices and managing budgets
Knowledge of and experience with acquiring and managing subscriptions,
in all formats
Strong analytical skills and demonstrated experience with cost and
data analysis and reports
Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly
Excel and Access
Knowledge and experience with integrated library systems, preferably
ALEPH or Sierra
Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to
work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Flexibility, and ability to adapt and work in a rapidly changing
academic environment
Experience in planning and setting strategic goals and priorities
Ability to work collaboratively to accomplish goals
Experience in documenting and maintaining procedures
Supervisory and training experience

Advertised Salary: $51,000 annually; commensurate with qualifications
and experience.

The search will remain open until January 17, 2017.   For a full
description of the position and to apply visit
http://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/cw/en-us/job/498420/acquisitions-accounting-and-serials-coordinator

If you have any questions or concerns about the application process
please contact: Tina Litchfield, George A. Smathers Libraries Human
Resources Office, at [log in to unmask] The University of
Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to
the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad
spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities and
disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply.