ACQflash: Collection Development Librarian, St. Edward's University Library, Austin, Texas

Collection Development Librarian

St. Edward's University Library, Austin Texas


At the Munday Library at St. Edward's University, e-resources – both 
subscription and access on demand -- are our strength. The successful 
candidate will manage the selection, presentation, and assessment of 
e-books, e-journals, streaming video, and electronic databases, as well 
as our other patron-focused collections: print, DVD, and archives. Be 
willing to apply your substantial knowledge of collection management and 
the publishing industry in order to innovate, and to implement. Work 
closely with the Acquisitions & Metadata Librarian and the Electronic & 
Continuing Resources Librarian as well as colleagues throughout the 
library and across campus to provide our community with the best 
possible library resources in the most timely manner. This full-time 
position with competitive salary reports to the Library Director. 
Available immediately.



Responsibilities

· Oversee and enhance a dynamic academic library collection through 
traditional and new means of acquisitions. Coordinate all aspects of 
collection management and assessment. Write and/or review policies and 
procedures.

· Stay abreast of trends in collection development and publishing. 
Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and publishers.

· As part of the Technical Services team, collaborate with colleagues to 
ensure that library collections are discoverable and accessible.

· Work with subject liaisons, students, academic departments and 
programs to develop the library's collections. Spearhead digital 
projects. Serve as subject liaison to one or more academic departments.

· Perform collection analysis to determine collection usage and 
effectiveness, to understand community needs, and to guide 
demand-driven-acquisitions programs.

· Organize and conduct collection management projects, such as 
evaluation, de-selection, and inventory. Manage the print collection as 
the trend toward e-content continues.
With the Metadata and Acquisitions Librarian, establish, monitor, and 
track the collection budget.

· Review, renew, and manage all contracts and licenses for collection 
materials.
Provide oversight for the Archives and Special Collections, including 
intake, organization, and retention decisions.

· Present library instruction sessions to students in general education 
and discipline-specific courses.

· Participate in library outreach, particularly in regard to promotions 
and display of library collections. Participate in campus-wide forums to 
educate faculty and students about library resources.



Qualifications

Required

· ALA-accredited Master's degree in library or information science or 
foreign equivalent.

· At least two years of experience in library collection management

· Demonstrated knowledge of trends, issues, and best practices in 
academic library collection development, scholarly communications, and 
collection assessment.

· Demonstrated project management experience, including the ability to 
prioritize, set goals, and meet deadlines.

· Experience with staff-side functions of a major integrated library system.

· Experience with budgeting in a library setting.

· Proficient with Excel.

· Experience with or knowledge of licensing electronic resources and 
copyright issues.

· Experience working with library material vendors.

· Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

· Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with excellent 
attention to detail.

· Ability to work both independently and in collaborative and 
cooperative situations.

· Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal history 
background check

Preferred:

· Experience with analysis of patron use of library collections, 
including all physical and electronic formats.

· Experience with evaluation and withdrawal of traditional print materials.

· Experience with III Millennium or Sierra.

· Experience with Microsoft Access or similar database software.



About St. Edward's University
St. Edward's University is a diverse, top-rated liberal arts institution 
located in the dynamic, cosmopolitan tech center of Austin, Texas. The 
Munday Library is a sixteen-person academic library that supports the 
university, its mission, and serves as the intellectual heart of the 
university. St. Edward's University Library is committed to developing 
employees and supporting their career goals, helping them learn and grow 
with a host of meaningful experiences and opportunities. With more than 
4,800 students, St. Edward's University has been recognized for 10 
consecutive years as one of "America's Best Colleges" by U.S. News & 
World Report.



How To Apply
Applicants should apply online at www.stedwards.applicantpro.com

Please attach to the online application: a cover letter, resume, and 
three references.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the job 
is filled.

St. Edward's University is an equal opportunity employer and hires only 
U.S. citizens and documented workers.<http://m.lib.uci.edu/>
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