From: Mary Parker m-park1_at_tc.umn.edu
NOTICE OF VACANCY
MINITEX ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN
MINITEX Library Information Network invites nominations and applications
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. The
mission of MINITEX 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 Assistant
Director and Electronic Resources Officer, 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 staff, incumbent
will plan and implement new offers, communicate with and act as a
liaison between libraries and vendors, consult with 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. Commitment to professional growth and
development and developing skills required to maintain a high level of
professional proficiency are expected. Establishing good 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. Experience: Minimum 2 years professional library
experience in reference, collection development, acquisitions, the
publishing industry, or comparable environment; demonstrated
organizational skills; ability to handle multiple priorities and
projects; ability to work independently and in a team; excellent oral
and written communication and presentation skills; excellent
interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse
clientele; strong commitment to excellent customer 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: This position is available immediately. It is a full-time,
12-month, academic/professional position at the Assistant Librarian
rank. MINITEX offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience
but not less than $38,000, for this position.
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 UL105. Applications will
be accepted until position is filled.
The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and
employer.
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Received on Tue Dec 12 2000 - 03:59:46 EST