Acquisitions Librarian Interview Questions
Go Back1. What individual has had the greatest influence on you?
2. What type of orders does your library generally use when purchasing new materials?
3. Are you comfortable negotiating with vendors?
4. When have you given suggestions on what books an Acquisitions Librarian should purchase? Did they follow through on your suggestion?
5. How often do you read reports on what books are most popular at your library?
6. Have you purchased books for the library before?
7. What do you feel is the most important skill an acquisitions librarian should possess?
8. What makes you passionate about being an Acquisitions Librarian?
9. What is your philosophy towards work?
10. Why do you want a career as an acquisitions librarian?
11. What three words would you use to describe yourself?
12. How well do you work with people?
13. What makes you uncomfortable?
14. What was the last book you read for fun?
15. Are you happy with your career as an acquisitions librarian?
16. Why should we hire you?
17. What major challenges and problems did you face at your last position?