Acquisition Librarian
Ready to join an elite team of librarians? The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), Center for Library Science (CLS) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Acquisitions Librarian.
Candidates with acquisitions experience in government, academic, or special libraries are encouraged to apply.
You must apply through USAJOBS for your application to be considered.
This position will serve as an Acquisitions Librarian providing support in the management, coordination, and acquisition of information sources and data used by mission teams and offices for engagements. This position serves as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and supports the Senior Acquisitions Librarian in making purchases of legal, business, news, financial and other information and data sources, completing complex acquisitions of information and data for the agency while meeting budgetary targets.
Typical duties include:
- Develops and translates requests for various types of information or data into specific requirements and work statements. Supports the management of the acquisitions workflow consistent with timelines and guidance as outlined by GAO Acquisition Management. Maintains accurate acquisitions records, completes invoice payments, processes claims and replacements for missing items, and works with General Counsel to review and negotiate license agreements.
- Serves as the primary approving official for CLS purchase cardholders to make necessary purchases. Works the Agency Program Coordinator to maintain all documentation of purchases and reconcile monthly statements. Completes all required training and stays abreast of changes.
- Serves as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and supports the Senior Acquisitions Librarian in making purchases of legal, business, news, financial and other information and data sources. Completes complex acquisitions of information and data for the agency while meeting budgetary targets.
- Identifies new channels for procurement of library materials. Applies knowledge of current issues and trends in acquisitions and the publishing industry to improve services. Evaluates and recommends acquiring library materials and products to enhance operations and accomplish work to meet GAO needs and budget. Identifies significant gaps in the library collection and acquires materials needed to support the GAO mission.
- Works with vendors to identify product availability and pricing, negotiates pricing when appropriate.