ACQflash: Position Announcement - Collections & Electronic Resources Librarian

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Collections & Electronic Resources Librarian

 University of Cincinnati Libraries, University of Cincinnati

 (Tenure-track, 12-month faculty appointment)



 Introductory Information

 The University of Cincinnati invites applications for the position of
 Collections & Electronic Resources Librarian.  This faculty position
 reports to and receives direction from the Head, Technical Services and
 the Associate Dean of Collections & Technical Services.



 We seek a service-oriented individual committed to quality service in the
 delivery of access to our premier electronic collections.  The Collections
 and Electronic Resources Librarian works collaboratively with library
 deans, faculty, staff, and users, as well as vendors and publishers, in
 the performance of collections and electronic resources management duties.



 Environment

 The University of Cincinnati Libraries provide access to research
 collections of more than 3.2 million volumes, 60,000+ serial titles,
 primarily electronic.  Over 50% of the materials budget is directed toward
 e-resources.  Nearly 150,000 unique titles are managed through our
 e-resource portal.  The 125 library faculty and staff and 275 student
 workers serve the research needs of the entire UC community.  (visit:
 http://www.libraries.uc.edu)

 The University of Cincinnati is a Carnegie Research 1 institution.  It is
 a large, public, urban university with a diverse student population of
 approximately 36,000. (visit: http://www.uc.edu)  A charter member of the
 Association of Research Libraries, the University of Cincinnati is also a
 leader in the nationally recognized OhioLINK Library Consortium (visit:
 http://www.ohiolink.edu).  Cincinnati features all the amenities of a
 large, bustling metropolis, including art museums, symphonies, opera and
 theater, outstanding zoo, fine restaurants, and professional sports events
 (visit: http://www.cincinnatiusa.com)



 Summary Description

 As a member of the Technical Services Team, participates in library
 electronic resource workflow including acquisition, licensing, activation,
 and trouble-shooting. Maintains related collection and usage statistics.
 Assists bibliographers with collection management tools. Participates in
 III ERM module implementation.



 Key Responsibilities

     Manages the license agreement process, participates in negotiations,
 reviews site licenses and agreements, liaison to university legal
 review, tracks progress of licenses to point of activation.



     Obtains and manages statistics for various reports, including directly
 obtaining and managing statistical data from our knowledge base vendor
 (Serials Solutions) and OhioLINK.  Serves as primary coordinator for
 annual ARL statistics.



     Serves as a resource for selectors using online collection development
 tools including identification of new technologies, expertise in
 publisher and vendor websites, and training in collection management
 tools such as the library catalog or GOBI.



     Has a lead role in providing public access to electronic resources
 including journals, databases, and books.  Monitors and troubleshoots
 access and content related issues with aggregators, vendors, and
 publishers related to the multiple library portals such as the library
 catalog, the A-Z list of databases, the A-Z list of e-journals and the
 OpenURL resolver.



     Manages electronic resource access with Serials Solutions.  Inputs
 data into the Serials Solutions client center, maintains accuracy of
 holdings data, updates and creates new connections for the Serials
 Solutions link resolver (Article Linker), and federated search (One
 Search).



     Participates in electronic resources workflow including implementation
 of III ERM, populating records, coordinating information, and managing
 trial programs to evaluate new resources.



     Participates as necessary in appropriate committees and organizations
 related to the duties and responsibilities of the Department, and in
 support of UC Libraries programs and organizations.



 Qualifications

 Master's degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program;
 experience with an integrated library system in an academic library;
 proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing programs; ability to work
 independently and 8effectively across organization lines and in
 collaboration with a variety of individuals and groups; aptitude for
 detail oriented work, including strong analytic and problem solving
 skills; demonstrated organization, analytical and problem solving skills;
 demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, service oriented, rapidly
 changing environment to accomplish mutual goals



 Desired qualifications:  Experience with OhioLINK or another consortial
 arrangement; experience working with vendors and publishers; knowledge of
 electronic resources, including issues relating to their sources,
 acquisitions, organization, and use; ability to work with a variety of
 foreign languages



 Benefits

 This is a 12-month tenure track faculty position.  Rank and salary
 negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.  Benefits include
 health care, retirement plan, 22 days of vacation, sick leave, and tuition
 remission for self and immediate family.



 Contact

 Review of applications will begin February 16, 2009, and continue until
 the position is filled.  Applications, including cover letter, resume, and
 the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references, must be
 submitted online at: https://www.jobsatuc.com/ (search position number
 28UC2974) or call 513/556-1553 for assistance.



 The University of Cincinnati is an affirmative action/equal opportunity
 employer.  Women, minorities, disabled persons, and Vietnam-era and
 disabled veterans are encouraged to apply.

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