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Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2006
From: Mary Parker (Minitex) <m-park1_at_umn.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement
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NOTICE OF VACANCY
MINITEX ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN
MINITEX Library Information Network invites nominations and applications
from dynamic, innovative professionals for the position of Electronic
Resources Librarian. The Electronic Resources Librarian will work with
MINITEX staff and libraries in the MINITEX region to assist in the
review, selection, licensing, and evaluation of electronic information
resources from various vendors on behalf of participating libraries.
The incumbent will both lead and support collaborative acquisition and
negotiation to achieve economies of scale for libraries.
MINITEX is a publicly supported network of libraries in Minnesota, North
Dakota, and South Dakota, working cooperatively to improve library
services. MINITEX is a program of the Minnesota Higher Education
Services Office and is located at the University of Minnesota.
MINITEX's
mission is to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of participating
libraries by expanding their access to information resources through
conventional and innovative means. MINITEX provides substantial
opportunities for personal and professional development.
Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the MINITEX Associate
Director
of Electronic Resources, Reference Services & CE, the Electronic
Resources Librarian is responsible for participating in identifying,
evaluating, selecting, licensing, and promoting a wide variety of
electronic resources for all types of libraries in the three-state
MINITEX region. Working closely with MINITEX Cooperative Purchasing and
Electronic Resources Services staff, incumbent will plan and implement
new offers, communicate with and act as a liaison between libraries and
vendors, consult with and inform libraries regarding access to and
delivery of electronic resources in a collaborative environment, collect
and evaluate usage statistics, and assist libraries in use of electronic
resources. Travel to libraries throughout the 3-state region, as well
as
to conferences and regional meetings, is expected. Commitment to
professional growth and development of skills essential to maintaining a
high level of professional proficiency are expected. Establishing
superb
working relationships with colleagues and staff of participating
libraries, vendors, and MINITEX is essential.
Required Qualifications: Academic: ALA-accredited master's degree in
library science or foreign equivalent completed at the time of
application
or equivalent combination of advanced degree and relevant experience.
Experience: Minimum 2 years recent professional library experience in
reference, collection development, acquisitions, the publishing
industry,
or comparable environment; experience with computer applications in
libraries; demonstrated organizational and project planning skills;
ability to exercise initiative; ability to handle multiple priorities
and
projects; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a
complex,
changing environment; excellent oral and written communication and
presentation skills; excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work
effectively with a diverse clientele; strong commitment to excellence in
service; up-to-date knowledge of current practices in the field of
electronic access to information; ability to travel.
Desired Qualifications: Successful experience negotiating and
administering licenses or cooperative agreements for electronic
resources;
flexibility in adapting to rapid change; library consortium experience;
experience in marketing information services; familiarity with using
statistical data to facilitate decision making.
Appointment: Available immediately. Full-time, 12-month, academic/
professional position at the Assistant Librarian rank. MINITEX offers a
competitive salary, commensurate with experience but not less than
$42,000, for this position. Excellent benefits.
Application Requirements: Send a letter of application relating
background
to this job description, a detailed resume, and names, addresses,
telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to:
Libraries
Human Resources Office, 499 Wilson Library, 309 19th Avenue South,
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455-0414. Applications must
include the position number UL208. Applications will be accepted until
position is filled. For more information, refer to
http://www.minitex.umn.edu/employment.asp
The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and
Employer.
Mary Parker, Associate Director
MINITEX Library Information Network
15 Andersen Library
222 21st Avenue South
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN 55455-0439
612-624-1024 or 800-462-5348
fax 612-624-4508
m-park1_at_umn.edu
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