Position Announcement (Wisconsin)

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Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2006
From: Aimee Glassel (Univ. of Wisconsin) <aglassel_at_library.wisc.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement


UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON
Position Vacancy Listing  PVL# 53742

Working title:
Electronic Acquisitions Librarian

Official title:
ACADEMIC LIBRARIAN(R04DN) or ASSOC ACAD LIBRARIAN(R04FN)

Degree and area of specialization:
MLS from an ALA accredited program.

Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of current standards and 
practices in the acquisition of electronic resources. Activities in at 
least some of the following areas are required: reviewing and 
identifying issues with licenses; an understanding of issues and 
practices related to copyright and intellectual property; familiarity 
with trends in serials management and electronic resources publishing; 
archiving and preservation of electronic resources; troubleshooting 
access problems; and collection development issues related to 
electronic resources.

Familiarity with technical and legal issues in the delivery of digital 
information, vendor relations, and trends in scholarly publishing.

Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively across organization lines in collaboration 
with a variety of individuals and groups.

Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities in a 
dynamic, team based, academic and technological environment.

Aptitude for detail oriented work, including strong analytic and 
problem solving skills. Demonstrated ability to exercise individual 
initiative.

Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing, and relational database 
programs such as MS Word, Excel, and Access or MySQL.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Familiarity with the language and methods used in the negotiation of 
licenses and contracts for electronic resources.

Experience with acquisitions operations in an integrated library system.

Familiarity with initiatives to enhance access to electronic resources 
including knowledge of or experience with current library technologies 
such as link resolving software.

Experience in writing procedures and documentation.

Principal duties:
This position will work closely with Licensed Resources staff on 
activities associated with the acquisition of electronic resources for 
the General Library System. Primary responsibilities include 
assistance in evaluation, review, and negotiations for licensed 
resources; maintenance of a central repository of information on 
licenses; development and documentation of policies and procedures 
relating to licensing electronic resources; acquisition, processing, 
payment, renewal and cancellation processes for electronic resources 
utilizing an integrated library system (Endeavor Voyager) and a link 
resolver (ExLibris SFX); and the activation and troubleshooting of 
electronic resources.

Additional Information:
The University of Wisconsin - Madison, General Library System is 
accepting applications for the full-time academic staff position of 
Assistant Electronic Resources Acquisitions Librarian in the 
Acquisitions Department. The title of Associate Academic Librarian or 
Academic Librarian will be assigned depending on the credentials of 
the successful candidate. Benefits include 22 vacation days, sick 
leave, group health insurance, life insurance, and a state retirement 
plan.

This position is one of 4 staff positions that make up the Licensed 
Resources Unit. The Licensed Resources Unit manages more than $2 
million worth of electronic resources per year. It is one of 6 units 
within the Acquisitions Department of the Central Technical Services 
Division which serves 14 libraries comprising the General Library 
System. This position reports to the Head of the Licensed Resources 
Unit and works closely with staff in Central Technical Services, the 
Library Technology Group, and member libraries.
A period of evaluation will be required

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Appointment type: 	Academic Staff
Department(s): 	LIBR/CENTRAL TECH SRV
Full time salary rate: 	Minimum $38,473 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Term: This is a renewable appointment.
Appointment percent: 100%
Anticipated begin date: AUGUST 01, 2006
Number of positions: 	1

TO INSURE CONSIDERATION
Application must be received by: JULY 07, 2006

HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three 
references referring to Position Vacancy Listing #53742 to:

Sandra Guthrie 	
365 Memorial Library 	
728 State St 	
Madison WI 53706-1418 	
Email: sguthrie_at_library.wisc.edu
Fax: 608-265-2754
Phone: 608-262-8190
TTY: 608-263-2473

NOTE: Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information 
regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request. 
Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.

UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We 
promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified 
individuals to apply.

For full announcement go to:  http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_053742.html

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