From: Mary Parker <m-park1_at_maroon.tc.umn.edu>
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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 re view, 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 Of fice 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 Librar ian 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 refe rences 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.
Mary Parker, Assistant Director and (612)624-1024/(800)462-5348
Electronic Resources Officer (612) 624-4508 fax
MINITEX Library Information Network m-park1_at_tc.umn.edu
15 Andersen Library, 222 21st Avenue South
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN 55455-0439
Received on Thu Feb 08 2001 - 13:26:40 EST