Job Posting--Electronic Resources Librarian Sandra Shropshire 12 Jun 2006 19:46 UTC
IDAHO STATE UNIVERSITY ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN The Idaho State University Eli M. Oboler Library is seeking an Electronic Resources Librarian. The position is a full time, tenure-track position, and reports to the Associate University Librarian for Technical Services. The position performs primary management of the library’s electronic resources, and performs other duties expected of all library faculty, including instruction and bibliographic work. Responsibilities: Performs access, renewal and maintenance duties for the Library’s electronic resources, and those duties required to guarantee continuing access to these resources; Participates in initial license review for electronic resources. Determines permissible use parameters and makes recommendations on license acceptance; Maintains linking capabilities and public use information for electronic resources via the Library’s Integrated Library System and/or its Electronic Resources Management System consistent with Library policy.; Maintains the Library’s license and documentation file for its electronic resources. Recommends policies and/or procedures for improvement, maintenance, etc. of same.; Works collaboratively with Library Systems Department staff to establish and maintain access to electronic resources by all authorized means, including by proxy server.; Manages resource trials and maintains statistical data related to the use of the Library’s electronic resources as part of the selection and evaluation/assessment processes.; Serves as a member of the Library’s Database Evaluation and Selection Committee (DESC).; Under the general coordination of the Associate University Librarian, serves as a bibliographer to designated academic departments and oversees the selection of materials in assigned subject areas. Assists in collection development and evaluation; monitors pertinent portions of the acquisitions budget; works to develop and maintain good relations with faculty members.; Participates in the Library’s Instruction program by teaching a minimum of 25 hours per year.; Performs other responsibilities and duties as assigned by supervisor and the University Librarian. ; Participates in professional activities, including university and Library committees and task forces, and attendance at professional meetings. Required Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS from an ALA-accredited program.; Three years professional experience in an academic library.; Demonstrated experience in the management of electronic resources within an academic setting, including knowledge of issues and practices related to the dissemination of electronic information, i.e., copyright and intellectual property rights.; Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and to work cooperatively with library staff members.;Excellent communication skills in both written and oral English. Preferred Qualifications: Experience managing an Electronic Resources Management System and in utilizing the staff functions of an Integrated Library System.; Knowledge of basic cataloging principles.; Experience working with publishers and vendors of electronic resources. Minimum Salary: $38,000 to $40,000; 12-month contract. Faculty appointment, tenure-track. Competitive benefit package. Applications should include a letter of interest, a resume, and contact information of five professional references. Position is open until filled. Review of applications begins July 17, 2006. Complete application packages should be sent to: Office of Human Resources Electronic Resources Librarian Search Idaho State University Campus Box 8107 Pocatello, ID 83209-8107 Idaho State University: http//www.isu.edu Eli M Oboler Library: http://www.isu.edu/library/ Idaho State University is an AA/EEO employer