Acquisitions Specialist II
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Acquisitions Specialist II
Salary
$16.93 Hourly
Location
Boise, ID
Job Type
Full Time Regular
Job Number
23 -07489
Department
Library
Division
Acquisitions-Technical Srvcs
Opening Date
03/02/2026
Closing Date
3/16/2026 12:00 PM Mountain
Description
Benefits
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Summary Statement
The City of Boise is hiring for an Acquisitions Specialist II at our Library! Main Branch.
Be part of the team that keeps Boise's Downtown collections moving. As a Library Acquisitions Specialist II, you'll play a hands-on role in getting materials from delivery to shelf - processing, repairing, quality-checking, and ensuring accurate bibliographic records in the ILS. You'll support daily acquisitions workflows, manage mail and incoming deliveries, and help maintain the integrity of the Library's collection data.
This role is ideal for someone with library or records experience who enjoys detailed work, stays organized in a fast-paced environment, and values being a dependable, flexible member of a collaborative team.
Please submit a cover letter along with your resume in order to be considered.
Why the City of Boise?
The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:
Zero-premium medical coverage for you and your family
PERSI retirement plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
10 weeks paid parental leave
$500 annual wellbeing incentive
Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost
Essential Functions
Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Is capable of performing all duties of a Acquisitions Specialist I and provides team support and training, as needed.
Physically processes materials using established procedures. Performs daily quality assurance checks on entries completed by other staff. Physically mends items in need of repair.
Unpacks library materials in all formats and verifies condition and suitability for use. Locates correct bibliographic records for routine materials to import into ILS. Creates item records for routine materials, merges records as needed and identifies any ongoing issues for cleanup to maintain the integrity of data in ILS.
Works on initiatives including, but not limited to pulling and processing discarded materials and pulling holds and shelving. May participate on library-wide teams.
Interacts with delivery personnel and signs for supplies and deliveries. Receives and sorts incoming external and internal city mail for distribution. Processes outgoing mail.
Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
Requirements
Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training
High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience in a library or related environment with exposure to complex classification systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of:
Standard library procedures, policies and materials
Basic bibliographic record format
Customer service techniques
Computer usage including related software.
Ability to:
Learn and use changing library systems
Work independently and as part of a team
Organize work and manage multiple priorities
Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
Perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor, and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
Three years of experience in a public library setting with exposure to bibliographic and item records on a regular basis.
Specialized training or coursework specific to collections or technical processing in libraries.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:
City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
Working Conditions
The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is always lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds, frequently lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and rarely lifting/carrying up to 75 pounds. Also, the employee is frequently pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 101+ pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate and rarely very loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision. Employees will sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach and grasp. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.
Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria, bodily fluids and chemicals. Exposure to varied weather conditions such as uneven sidewalks and icy conditions during winters between parking lot and building entry. Watch for traffic when assisting donors with unloading of donated materials.
Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.
Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.
Healthcare:
ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
Low-cost dental and vision options.
Post-employment health savings account.
Retirement and Investment Plans:
PERSI retirement benefits
401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.
457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match
WellBeing Program:
Up to $500 cash per year for participants.
Alternative transportation incentives.
Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave:
10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
12 paid holidays every year
8 hours of sick leave per month
10 weeks Parental Leave
Life & Long Term Disability:
Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you
Other optional benefits:
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
Supplemental Life Insurance
Supplemental Disability Insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Free local bus pass
Corporate discount programs
AFLAC
Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.
Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org
