Assistant/Associate Professor/Head Of Acquisitions

Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeastern Louisiana University.

Southeastern Louisiana University's Sims Memorial Library invites applications for the full-time tenure track position of Head of Acquisitions. Reporting to the Director of Sims Memorial Library, the Head of Acquisitions is responsible for the planning and administration of print book and electronic book and video acquisitions. In addition, the positions pays consortium membership fees; collaborates with Head of Cataloging on MARC management for acquisitions-related electronic resources; develops business relationships with vendors and publishers; monitors and evaluates vendor performance; manages library book donations; and trains and supervises full-time and student staff.

Required Qualifications

Graduate degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or from a program in a country with a formal accreditation process as identified by ALA's Human Resource Development and Recruitment Office.

Required Experience

A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience within a library setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Experience managing employees, preferably in a library setting.

Knowledge of acquisition models and licensing practices

Experience with budget management

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume/Vita

Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)

Names and contact information for 3 references

Posting Close Date

July 21, 2025

Please Note: Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

How to Apply:

Click on the Apply button and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies. Any required documents should be attached under the Resume/CV section of your application. If all required documents are not attached you will NOT be considered.