Job Kent State University Serials/ERM Librarian Deberah England 13 Mar 2009 19:01 UTC
*Serials/ERM Librarian* *Kent** State University** Libraries and Media Services, Kent Campus* *Twelve month, full-time, non-tenure track position. * *Faculty rank of Assistant Professor.* *Reports to: Head, Acquisitions and Serials* *Position Purpose and Scope: * Under the direction of the Head of Acquisitions and Serials, the Serials/ERM Librarian will work with the serials team to acquire, implement, manage and maintain access to print and electronic serials, and integrating resources. *Duties and Responsibilities:* 1. Works with the serials team to manage serial and integrating resource records in the library's automation system, including order, check-in, item and ERM records. 2. Communicates with publishers and vendors on behalf of the library to set up trials, resolve licensing issues, and process acquisitions for electronic products. 3. Negotiates and maintains license agreements and summarizes information on access restrictions in the library's automation system. 4. Establishes, monitors and troubleshoots access for electronic resources. 5. Maintains electronic records in the local e-journal portal (Serials Solutions), the OpenURL link resolver (OLinks) and the library automation system (III Millennium). 6. Works with serials team members to evaluate and improve access to journals in all formats 7. Works as part of a team to implement an electronic resource management system (III ERM). 8. Assists in serials cancellation and weeding projects. 9. Works with the serials team to help implement and develop policies, procedures and documentation. 10. Participates in departmental planning and decision making. 11. Supervises, trains and evaluates student employees and staff as appropriate. 13. Participates in special activities and projects as assigned. *Required Qualifications:* 1. ALA-accredited MLS, MLIS, or MS in Library Science. 2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 3. Ability to use judgment and exercise initiative; strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 4. Ability to balance priorities, meet deadlines, and prioritize work. 5. Ability to demonstrate flexibility and initiative. *Preferred Qualifications:* 1. One-year library experience in the acquisition and access management of serials and electronic resources. 2. Experience with serials and electronic resources. 3. Familiarity with serials maintenance standards and formats. 4. Experience with an integrated library system such as Innovative Interfaces Inc. 5. Experience with an electronic resource management system (ERMS). 6. Familiarity with trends in the field of electronic resources and serials management. 7. Ability to organize, to work independently, and to perform complicated tasks with minimal supervision. *Environment:* The Kent State University Libraries has a collection of over 2 million volumes and holds membership in the Association of Research Libraries and the Center for Research Libraries. Kent State University is a founding member of OCLC and of OhioLINK (http://www.ohiolink.edu <http://www.ohiolink.edu/>) Ohio's academic library consortium. Kent State University Libraries has OCLC Regular Enhance status and participates in the Name Authority Cooperative (NACO) program of the PCC. Kent State University, an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a diverse work force. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. *Submit:* A letter of application addressing the required qualifications, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. The position is open until filled. Apply at: : http://jobs.kent.edu <http://jobs.kent.edu/> Position #997307 Margaret Maurer Associate Professor, Head, Catalog & Metadata Kent State University Libraries & Media Services 370 Library, P.O. Box 5910 Kent, OH 44242-0001 USA Editor, /TechKNOW /mbmaurer@kent.edu <mailto:mbmaurer@kent.edu> 330.672.1702 -- Deberah England Electronic Resources Librarian Wright State University Libraries 3640 Col. Glenn Hwy. Dayton, OH 45435-0001 Phone: (937) 775-2224 Fax: (937) 775-2481 Email: deberah.england@wright.edu "The task ahead of us is never as great as the power behind us." Marigold IceUnity's motto from original text by Audre Lorde (1934-1992) World Champions 2002, 2004, 2006; http://marigold.fi/