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Date: Sun, 15 Jun 2008 22:35:16 -0400
From: Elaine Druesedow <elaine.druesedow_at_duke.edu>
Subject: Duke Job Posting: Head of Electronic Resources and Serials Management
Here's the link:
http://library.duke.edu/jobs/prof-head-ersm.html
And a text version:
Head of Electronic Resources and Serials Management
Position Summary
The Head of Electronic Resources and Serials Management provides leadership in the
Libraries’ technical services operations to provide and enhance access to electronic
resources and serials. She/He is expected to cultivate a forward-looking, collaborative
environment and set high user-centered service standards for the cataloging, processing
and holdings management of non-monographic electronic resources and serials.
This position reports to the Associate University Librarian for Collections Services.
Responsibilities
• Provides vision and leadership in developing cost-effective, efficient, and reliable
procedures and workflows for providing access to library electronic resources
and serials.
• Works in partnership with the Collection Development, Acquisitions, Cataloging,
and Preservation departments to coordinate policies, procedures, and workflow
and to facilitate cooperation and communication among the departments;
works collaboratively with other departments in the Libraries, as needed,
to assess and respond to needs, clarify policies, and coordinate workflow.
• Manages MetaLib administrative module, SFX, and Aleph serials functions for the
Libraries, tracking new features and upgrades and insuring functionality.
• Coordinates the collection of use statistics for electronic resources, analyzes data,
and produces reports to support collection development decisions.
• Manages the operations of the Electronic Resources and Serials Management
Department: sets goals, hires, supervises and evaluates staff; prepares and manages
the departmental budget; evaluates the quality of the department’s services
and operations; analyzes and reports on the work of the department, documenting
progress and identifying trends.
• Participates in the overall leadership of the Collections Services division and of the
library through membership in the Collections Services Managers Group and
Collections Council; actively contributes to library-wide initiatives;
serves on library and University committees.
• Contributes to and is highly active in local, consortial, regional and national meetings,
conferences and workshops to stay abreast of developments/trends in electronic
resources, serials management and related technical services topics; represents
Duke University Libraries as appropriate.
• Reviews professional literature; networks with ERSM and other technical services
library professionals outside the University; and participates in activities
to stay informed about trends in supporting information access in academic
research institutions.
• Consults regularly with counterparts at other Duke Libraries and within the Triangle
Research Libraries Network (TRLN).
• Performs
other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
• Supervises, either directly or indirectly, the staff of the Electronic Resources and
Serials Management Department.
Qualifications
It is the expectation that all Duke University Libraries staff members will demonstrate
exceptional workplace behaviors in the execution of their specific position responsibilities.
These behaviors are customer focus, collaboration, creative problem solving,
continuous learning and a commitment to diversity. In addition, managers
and supervisors are expected to help develop a common vision by providing
clear direction and priorities, clarifying roles and responsibilities,
and promoting mutual understanding through effective communication. They
are also expected to take the time to effectively plan and evaluate performance,
provide feedback, recognition and coaching, and develop employees to achieve
their personal and organizational goals.
EDUCATION:
Required: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program or an equivalent
combination of education, experience, and training.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: At least three years of professional experience in managing electronic
resources and serials in a library; knowledge of current trends and issues in
managing electronic resources and serials; familiarity with serials maintenance
standards and formats; extensive experience with integrated library systems;
evidence of strong supervisory and library management skills; ability to
demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the applications of new technology;
effective analytical, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills;
ability to work both independently and as a member of a team; ability to demonstrate
flexibility and initiative in carrying out assignments; and demonstrated commitment to
providing outstanding customer services.
Preferred: At least five years of experience in an academic or research setting;
academic library supervisory experience; knowledge of current cataloging and
metadata issues; prior experience working with federated search tools, open
URL access, link resolvers, Electronic Resource Management systems,
e-cataloging standards, non-MARC metadata and vendor supplied bibliographic
records; knowledge of trends in e-publishing; proficiency with OCLC, ExLibris
products (Aleph, MetaLib, and SFX); experience in purchasing and negotiating
the acquisition of electronic resources and serials.
Working Conditions
• Must be able to work in an environment in which exposure to materials
containing dust and mold is possible
• Normal office environment
• Occasional
travel required
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work
being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be
construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required
of a person in this position.
Salary and Benefits
Salary and rank dependent on qualifications and experience. Comprehensive benefits
package includes 20 days vacation, 13 holidays, 12 days sick leave; health, dental,
disability and life insurance and support for professional development and training.
Environment
The Duke University Libraries are the shared center of the university's intellectual life,
connecting people and ideas. The William R. Perkins Library, its branches (Lilly, Music,
Biological and Environmental Sciences, Marine Laboratory in Beaufort, and
the Rare Book, Manuscript, and Special Collections Library) and the separately
administered libraries serving the schools of Business, Divinity, Law,
and Medicine, comprise one of the nation's top ten private university library
systems. Duke is a member of the Triangle Research Libraries Network, which
promotes collaboration in the areas of collection development and management,
access services, information technology and human resources among the libraries
of Duke University, the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, North
Carolina Central University and North Carolina State University.
Duke University and Durham are located in the Research Triangle, a region that
encompasses one of the nation's premier concentrations of academic, corporate,
and public research. The Triangle region is rated among the most desirable areas
in North America to live and work and has been identified by Money magazine as
one of the "Best Places to Live" in the U.S.
Application
Send cover letter, detailed resume and the names, addresses (mailing and e-mail),
and telephone numbers of three references to: library-jobs_at_duke.edu.
Please include HEAD, ERSM in the subject line. If you do not have access to
e-mail, please mail your application materials to Box 90194, Duke University,
Durham, NC 27708. Review of applications will begin immediately and will
continue until the position is filled.
Duke University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action employer. The Perkins Library System has a strong commitment to
Affirmative Action and is actively seeking to increase the racial and ethnic
diversity of our staff.
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