From: Mary Parker <m-park1_at_umn.edu>
2nd posting...This message has been cross posted. Please excuse the
duplication.
NOTICE OF VACANCY
MINITEX ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN
MINITEX Library Information Network invites nominations and applications
from dynamic, innovative professionals 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. MINITEX’s mission 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 Associate
Director of Electronic Resources, Reference Services & CE, 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 and Electronic Resources
Services staff, incumbent will plan and implement new offers,
communicate with and act as a liaison between
libraries and vendors, consult with and inform 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. Travel to libraries
throughout the 3-state region, as well as to conferences and regional
meetings, is expected. Commitment to professional
growth and development of skills essential to maintaining a high level
of professional proficiency are expected. Establishing superb 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;
experience with computer applications in libraries;
demonstrated organizational and project planning skills; ability to
exercise initiative; ability to handle multiple priorities and projects;
ability to work independently and collaboratively in
a complex, changing environment; excellent oral and written
communication and presentation skills; excellent interpersonal skills
and ability to work effectively with a diverse clientele;
strong commitment to excellence in 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: Available immediately. One or two full-time, 12-month,
academic/professional positions at the Assistant Librarian rank.
MINITEX offers a competitive salary,
commensurate with experience but not less than $42,000, for this
position. Excellent benefits.
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 UL170. Applications will be accepted until
position(s) is (are) filled. For more information, refer to
http://www.minitex.umn.edu/employment.asp
The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and
Employer.
Mary Parker, Associate Director
MINITEX Library Information Network
15 Andersen Library
222 21st Avenue South m-park1_at_umn.edu
University of Minnesota (612) 624-1024 or (800) 462-5348
Minneapolis, MN 55455-0439 fax (612) 624-4508
Received on Sun Nov 07 2004 - 03:00:41 EST