FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Position #FY 09-111
May 18, 2009
HIRING UNIT: LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES
TITLE/RANK: Electronic Resources Librarian, Assistant or Associate Professor
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Reporting to the Director of Technical and Access Services, the incumbent will successfully manage the operations for acquiring, licensing and accessing all electronic resources including trials for prospective purchases. In addition, the incumbent will be responsible for electronic resource data analysis and dissemination. While working closely with the staff and faculty in Technical and Access Services, the Electronic Resources Librarian will also collaborate with the subject liaisons in acquiring purchased and Open Access electronic resources.
SOURCE OF FUNDS: State
SALARY RANGE: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: M.L.S. from an A.L.A. accredited library school. Working knowledge of an electronic resource access system preferably SFX and an integrated library system (ILS) preferably Voyager. Demonstrated knowledge of acquisitions related to electronic resources and familiarity with selection, budgeting, vendors and other content providers. Experience or coursework in licensing and managing access to electronic resources. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially in a production-oriented environment. Strong service commitment, through teamwork and responsiveness to clients. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: June 17, 2009 or until position is filled
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