Electronic Collections Librarian

Electronic Collections Librarian
Collection Development
Sterling Memorial Library
Yale University
Rank: Librarian III - IV

The University and the Library
One of the world's leading research libraries, Yale University Library is a full partner in teaching, research, and learning at Yale and is visited by scholars from around the world. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including approximately thirteen million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaging in numerous projects to expand access to its physical and digital collections. Housed in twenty-two buildings including the Sterling Memorial Library, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, and the new Bass Library, it employs a dynamic and diverse staff of nearly six-hundred who offer innovative and flexible services to library readers. To learn more about Yale University Library and its collections and services, visit http://www.library.yale.edu/.

General Purpose
Yale University Library seeks an experienced Electronic Collections Librarian to assume both a leadership and liaison role in working with staff from all areas of the Library to support electronic collections development. The Electronic Collections Librarian will provide support as needed across the library system, including particularly selectors, but also technical services staff in Acquisitions and Cataloging & Metadata Services. This position will report to the Electronic Collections Services Group team leader.

Essential Duties
Selection Coordinator for cross-disciplinary electronic resources:
* Works across the entire Yale University Library (YUL) system, serving as Selector/Collection Unit Coordinator for library electronic resources that cross more than two libraries or subject areas.
* Assists with the appropriate budget requests and expenditure of the CERF (Central Electronic Resources Fund) budget - currently approximately $900,000 and growing.

Key participant in planning, and implementing library wide e-resource policy and selection decision-making:
* Participates on CoDGeR (Committee for Digital General Resources), a cross-library representative group, developing agenda items and finding timely topics with an aim to decision-making.
* Shares responsibility in consensus building and documentation of CoDGeR decisions and policies.
* Leads exploration of overarching issues in the selection and care of electronic resources.
* Develops and/or manages the development of best practices for electronic resources.

Provides the provision of significant services and knowledge in support of electronic resource acquisitions across YUL:
* A key participant and/or leader in understanding and developing the best ways to manage the lifecycle of major interdisciplinary e-journal packages and databases at YUL.
* Monitors trends in emerging technologies and licensing.
* Keeps current with developments, producers, and vendors of electronic products and services.
* Participates on the staff license review, negotiating, and compliance processes, for delivery to the Associate University Librarian (AUL).
* Coordinates authentication and authorization issues for e-resources, communicating as appropriate with vendors, selectors, AUL, and others.
* Participates as appropriate in e-resource trouble shooting activities.
* Leads ERM (Electronic Resources Management system, Verde software) library-wide activities, which is delegated to others and/or coordinated across the YUL system.

Communicates across YUL about electronic resources broad issues:
* Funnels resources and renewal information about shared e-resources to relevant stakeholders as appropriate to ensure appropriate action.
* Provides training and information as needed across the library system, including selectors as well as technical services supporting units such as Acquisitions, CMS.

Works with Electronic Collections Services Group team leader to nurture effective relationships with e-resource suppliers and publishers, for the benefit of the YUL system. Expected to be professionally active and to serve on select Library-wide committees. May be required to assist with disaster recovery efforts. May be assigned to work at West Campus location in West Haven, CT.

Qualifications
Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program of library and information science; at least two years of experience supporting electronic resource activities. Candidates appointed to the rank of Librarian III must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience and professional achievements. Appointment to the rank of Librarian IV requires at least eight years of relevant experience and professional achievements. The position requires knowledge of the complex, ever-changing electronic publishing environment and scholarly communications issues. Must have the ability to work with a varied user groups and function effectively in a team environment and in a complex and culturally diverse organization. Excellent oral and written communication and training skills are required. Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills are required. Previous activities in at least some of the following areas are required: using and instructing in the use of information technologies, developing MS Access queries and reports, reviewing and identifying issues with license agreements for electronic resources, using an Integrated Library System and/or an Electronic Resource Management system.

Preferred: Experience supporting an OpenURL resolver, preferably ExLibris SFX, knowledge of scholarly communication industry norms and practices of information technology, experience providing troubleshooting for problem reports, familiarity with project management, skill in "translating" between the world of electronic resources and traditional library formats.

Salary and Benefits
Rank and competitive salary will be based upon the successful candidate's qualifications and experience (min: 59,000). Full benefits package including pro-rated 22 vacation days; 18 holiday, recess and personal days; comprehensive health care; TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement plan; and relocation assistance. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names of three references should be sent by creating an account and applying online at http://www.yale.edu/hronline/stars/application/. Please be sure to include Source Code 6465BR

Background Check Requirements
All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment screening. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.

Electronic Resources Cataloger

The Electronic Resources Cataloging Unit is one of three units within the newly created Electronic Resources Development Section of the Technical Services Division at the University of Michigan Library. This unit provides and maintains access via records in the local integrated library system (Aleph) and the SFX knowledge base to electronic journals and monographs, online databases, Web sites, and non-Web based remote electronic resources. Access is provided for titles in subscription packages, individually subscribed titles, and open access titles identified for addition to the collection by selectors. In collaboration with the Data Loads and Development Unit, the Electronic Resources Cataloging Unit works with vendors to acquire and load MARC record sets for electronic books and journals in online collections. As needed, the unit's staff members assist in resolving access and coverage problems associated with the Aleph and SFX records created for electronic resources.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the Head of the Electronic Resources Cataloging Unit, the duties and responsibilities of this position are to:
* Independently catalog electronic resources in all subjects and in all Western European languages.
* Create or edit bibliographic records for all types of electronic resources according to nationally and locally established procedures.
* Assist in the maintenance required to ensure ongoing access to the library's cataloged electronic resources.
* Participate in batch loading records for collections of online journals and electronic books.
* Assist in training staff to catalog and maintain access to electronic resources.
* Contribute to reviewing, developing, and writing local procedures and documentation.
* Investigate and resolve problems referred to the unit.
* Participate in unit, division, and library-wide committees, task forces, projects, and other collaborative initiatives.
Further information may be found at www.lib.umich.edu/hr/employment/ercat.html

QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
* ALA accredited master's degree in library or information studies
* Working knowledge of standard cataloging and classification practices
* Experience with network-based automated bibliographic systems
* Reading knowledge of one or more non-English Western European languages
* Strong analytical and problem solving skills covering a broad range of complexity
* Ability to work collegially and effectively with a diverse staff
* Ability to learn complex procedures, perform detailed work, and exercise good judgment
* Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and work productively
* Flexibility in a dynamic and changing environment
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Awareness of current trends and issues in cataloging and the management of electronic resources
* Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
* Commitment to personal and continuing professional development

Desired:
* Previous cataloging experience, preferably in a large academic or research library
* Knowledge and proficiency in using AACR2, the LC Rule Interpretations, MARC 21 formats, LC subject headings and classification, authority control practices, and OCLC Connexion
* Experience with the cataloging module of an integrated library system, preferably Aleph
* Experience with cataloging remote access electronic resources
* Experience with a link resolver, preferably SFX
* Experience with the loading and batch processing of record sets
* Knowledge of FRBR, RDA, and other emerging standards

RANK, SALARY, AND LEAVE
Final rank and salary dependent on experience and qualifications; position is anticipated to be filled at the Assistant or Associate Librarian level. (However, this position may be filled at the Assistant, Associate, Senior Associate, or full Librarian level.) Professional positions receive 24 days of vacation a year; 15 days of sick leave a year with provisions for extended benefits as well as opportunities for professional development and travel.

RETIREMENT OPTIONS: TIAA-CREF or Fidelity Investments

APPLICATION PROCESS
Send cover letter & resume to Robert Campe, Library Human Resources; 404 Hatcher Graduate Library North; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1205 either by US Mail or email to libhumres@umich.edu (Call 734 764-2546 with questions or for further information.)

APPLICATION DEADLINE
Review of applications will begin on 1/5/09 and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory, affirmative action employer

Head of Continuing and Electronic Resources

Boston College Libraries
Head of Continuing and Electronic Resources
October 17, 2008

The Boston College Libraries seek a Head of Continuing and Electronic
Resources. This position is responsible for providing leadership and
oversight to a self-motivated department which includes two professional
librarians and seven support staff positions. The Head is expected to
foster a collaborative environment, actively promote staff development,
and establish standards for the acquisition, cataloging and processing of
continuing resources in all formats. The Head ensures that staffing is
appropriately deployed to provide reliable management of the electronic
resources which are critical to the research and teaching of the
University. This position reports to the AUL for Collection Services,
and works collaboratively with the other Collection Services Heads:
Collection Development; Monographic Services; Metadata Services;
Preservation. The Head of C&ER also works very closely with the
Electronic Resources and Systems Librarian and the Digital Resources
Reference Librarian to ensure effective management and licensing of
electronic resources.

Responsibilities:
♦ Provide vision and leadership in developing and maintaining
cost-effective efficient procedures and workflows for managing continuing
resources in all formats.
♦ Keep current (and ensure that staff are current) with new developments
in types, formats, and carriers of continuing and electronic resources, as
well as with the emerging and evolving technologies used to deliver them.
♦ Work collaboratively with the Collection Heads to coordinate policies,
streamline workflow, and ensure cooperation and communication among the
departments.
♦Manage the operations of the Continuing and Electronic Resources
Department: set goals, hire, supervise and evaluate staff; evaluate the
services and operations of the Department, and refine effectively; monitor
trends in the field and their impact on staffing, processes, and systems;
foster an atmosphere of shared responsibility among staff members for the
quality of the services provided by the department.
♦Actively promote professional development opportunities for staff to
enhance their skills, meet their colleagues, and expand their perspective
beyond Boston College.
♦Participate in the leadership group of the Library with other
Department Heads, contributing to library-wide initiatives, setting
strategic directions, and ensuring ongoing communication with other
departments.
♦Serve on Library committees, task forces, etc. as appropriate.

Requirements:
♦ Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program.
♦ Five years’ experience in serials and/or electronic resource
management, with a broad knowledge of library vendors and the
serials/database industry
♦Demonstrated understanding of continuing resources workflows (including
ordering, invoicing/payment, cataloging, claiming,
trouble-shooting/resolving access problems)
♦Experience working with automated systems (e.g., ILS, link resolver,
federated searching system, ERM database/system, financial management
system), and the ability to see technological solutions and efficiencies.
♦Exceptional supervisory skills and demonstrated leadership potential.
♦Superior oral and written communication skills.
♦Strong service orientation and excellent collaborative skills.
♦MSExcel and MSAccess skills, and the ability to utilize reporting tools.

To Apply:
Please visit the Boston College Human Resources Job Opportunities website
at http://www.bc.edu/jobs. Please submit both a resume and a cover
letter.
Resumes will be accepted until December 15, 2008.



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Monique Lowd
Interim University Librarian
Boston College Libraries
Voice: 617-552-2918
Fax: 617-552-0599
lowd@bc.edu

ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN

ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN
Alfred R. Neumann Library

University of Houston-Clear Lake seeks an Electronic Resources Librarian
to oversee electronic information resources for the Alfred R. Neumann
Library.

Minimum Requirements: Master's degree of Library Science (MLS) from an
American Library Association (ALA) accredited program to be completed no
later than December 2008. Coursework related to electronic resources
management, technical services, or cataloging. Strong, effective oral
and written communication skills. Demonstrated organizational,
analytical, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to work in
a collaborative, service-oriented, rapidly changing environment. Ability
to form and maintain effective working relationships. Knowledge of
electronic resources, including issues relating to their sources,
acquisitions, organization, and use. Experience with database,
spreadsheets and internet searching. Knowledge of standard practices in
the evaluation, selection, licensing and acquisition of electronic
information resources. Security sensitive - must pass criminal history
check before an offer will be made.

Special Considerations: Experience with an integrated library system in
an academic library. Experience with an ERM system.

Responsibilities: The Electronic Resources (ER) Librarian coordinates
the acquisition, access, administration, support, and
evaluation/monitoring of electronic information resources under the
supervision of the Associate Director (AD) for Library Technical
Services. This position works collaboratively with library staff to
develop, catalog, and maintain the electronic resources collection for
Neumann Library. Works with vendors to set up trials and training
sessions, resolve pricing and licensing issues, as well as access and
content issues. Works closely with the AD for Public Services, the AD
for Library Digital Services, and the Systems Coordinator in the
performance of the electronic resources management duties. Stays abreast
of current trends and new technologies for managing electronic resources
and advocates for their adoption when appropriate. Other related duties
as assigned.

Full-time position with benefits. $3,081.80 - $3,728.98 per month
commensurate with qualifications. Applications accepted only online at
https://jobs.uhcl.edu. To apply, please complete an online application
and attach a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information
for three professional references. AA/EOE.

Posted by:
John P. Birkman
Associate Director for Technical Services Alfred R. Neumann Library
University of Houston-Clear Lake 2700 Bay Area Blvd.
Houston, Texas 77058-1098
(281)283-3938 Fax:(281)283-3937
birkman@uhcl.edu
http://www.uhcl.edu/library