Catonsville, MD - USA - Assistant Serials & Electronic Resources Librarian Jill Hunter 25 Nov 2008 21:13 UTC
Assistant Serials & Electronic Resources Librarian The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), an Honors University in Baltimore, Maryland, invites applications for the Assistant Serials and Electronic Resources Librarian position. The successful candidate will, under the direction of the Head of Serials and Acquisitions, implement and maintain access to the Librarys electronic resources, print serials collection, supervise staff and assist in the management of the Serials Department. RESPONSIBILITIES: Under direction of the Head of Serials and Acquisitions, this position implements and maintains access to the librarys electronic resources of all types, is responsible for the processing of the print serials collection and assists in management of the Serials Department. This position will be responsible for ongoing day-to-day monitoring of electronic resources to ensure on-campus and remote access; assists in development of the librarys expanding electronic collections and participates in scholarly communication initiatives; develops and implements policies and procedures for electronic resources management in consultation with staff, oversees the check-in and bibliographic control of the print serials collection and supervises staff. Also, this position may provide reference services as needed, and work on projects and perform other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: ALA-MLS by time of appointment. Demonstrated knowledge of electronic resources environment; ability to manage time, projects and staff in a dynamic environment; and demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience working with the technical management of electronic resources, and technologies used to provide access to electronic resources preferred. UMBC, an honors university serving more than 9,000 undergraduates and 2,000 graduate students, is one of two public universities in Maryland to achieve the doctoral/research university-extensive Carnegie classification. Located just outside Baltimore and 45 minutes from Washington, DC, the campus is growing rapidly under dynamic leadership. The Universitys ongoing commitment to strengthen the Library has led to investment in extensive technological development and online resources (see www.umbc.edu/library), complementing a superb facility enlarged and renovated in 1995, and holding more than 1 million volumes. For more information on UMBC see http://www.umbc.edu. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Position is a 12-month library faculty appointment at anticipated rank of Librarian I. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Minimum salary: $48,000, comprehensive benefits. The successful candidate will be expected to meet library and university requirements for reappointment, promotion, and permanent status. APPLICATIONS: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For best consideration, please respond January 8, 2009. Send letter of application addressing position requirements, resumé, and the names and contact information of three references to: Dr. Larry Wilt, Director, Library 353, UMBC, 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, Maryland, 21250 or aok@umbc.edu. UMBC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER