CDL-California Digitial Library: Electronic Resource Analsyt -- Position available

From: Lynn Sipe <lsipe_at_usc.edu>
Date: Mon, 02 Jun 2008 09:33:49 -0700
To: COLLDV-L_at_usc.edu
>
> From:
> Jacqueline Wilson <Jacqueline.Wilson_at_ucop.edu>
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> *CALIFORNIA** DIGITAL LIBRARY*
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> *UNIVERSITY** OF CALIFORNIA**, OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT       *
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> *ELECTRONIC RESOURCE ANALYST*
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> *Salary: $53,136 - $74,352 (Minimum of Range - Midpoint of Range)*
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> *Job #: 20080168*
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> *Close Date: 06/19/2008*
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> The *California Digital Library* (CDL) invites applications for the 
> position of Electronic Resource Analyst. The position offers a 
> leadership opportunity to provide systemwide services in a 
> world-renown public university. The California Digital* *Library, a 
> unit of the University of California Office of the President, was 
> established in 1997 to support the assembly and creative use of the 
> world's scholarship and knowledge for the University of California 
> libraries and the communities they serve.  In so doing, it directly 
> supports UC's mission of teaching, research, and public service.  The 
> CDL comprises five distinctive programs emphasizing the development 
> and management of digital collections, innovation in scholarly 
> publishing, and the long-term preservation of digital information.  
> More information about the CDL is available at: 
>  http://www.cdlib.org/index.html
>
> Working under the direction of the Director, Collections, the 
> incumbent has primary responsibility for leading the California 
> Digital Library's (CDL) development of technical standards and policy 
> pertaining to licensed resources and for ensuring that licensed 
> resources possess superior functionality that meets the educational 
> and research needs of UC students and faculty.  As part of this 
> responsibility, the incumbent chairs the CDL committee that 
> prioritizes and resolves technical issues with vendors, pursues 
> desired enhancements, and builds and maintains positive relationships 
> with vendor technical and product development staff.  The incumbent is 
> also responsible for managing the CDL's Resource Liaison Program, 
> recruiting and working closely with over 100 UC campus librarians on 
> vendor issues and ongoing management of licensed electronic 
> resources.  Lastly, the incumbent is a key participant in the 
> integration of online collections into the CDL service infrastructure 
> and in delivering user services in support of the CDL.
>
> *JOB REQUIREMENTS*
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> ·          Master's Degree in Library and Information Sciences or a 
> related subject specialty, or an equivalent combination of education 
> and experience.
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> ·          At least three years of experience working with online 
> resources in a library or vendor setting; experience working with 
> electronic resources in an academic library preferred.
>
> ·          Expert understanding of underlying technical aspects of 
> electronic resources design, access and use, including database 
> structures, user interfaces, indexing, search algorithms, browser 
> technologies, authentication technologies, and link resolvers.
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> ·          Strong working knowledge of library technical standards 
> such as MARC, openURL, Z39.50, COUNTER, and SUSHI.
>
> ·          Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including 
> the ability to research complex technical problems, determine the 
> nature or source of the problem, and identify and recommend solutions.
>
> ·          Excellent oral and written communication skills, including 
> the ability to effectively convey and explain detailed technical 
> information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
>
> ·          Strong interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated 
> ability to tactfully deal with diverse people, situations and ideas.
>
> ·          Demonstrated leadership and facilitation skills, and proven 
> ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
>
> ·          Ability to handle difficult situations under pressure, 
> balance competing priorities, and manage time effectively in a 
> fast-paced environment.
>
> ·          Experience with creating and carrying out group training or 
> teaching activities.
>
> ·          Proficiency with HTML and web authoring tools such as HTML, 
> browsers and Dreamweaver.
>
> ·          Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of software 
> and experience in effectively using Word, Excel and PowerPoint to 
> create documents, reports and presentations.
>
> ·          Working knowledge and understanding of the University of 
> California's mission, organizational structures, operations, programs, 
> and policies (preferred).
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> *The University of California* (UC), one of the largest and most 
> acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated 
> to excellence in teaching, research and public service.  The UC Office 
> of the President is the corporate headquarters to the ten campuses, 
> five medical centers and two Department of Energy National Labs and 
> enrolls premier students from California, the nation, and the world.  
> University benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance 
> effective on the first day of employment, a generous sick, vacation 
> and paid holiday program, an excellent retirement savings and 
> investment plan, and more.**
>
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> *HOW TO APPLY:*  For a complete job description or to apply for this 
> position, please click here 
> <https://jobs.ucop.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52377>
>
> Please be prepared to attach your resume and cover letter as part of 
> the application process.
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>
> *University** of California** is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative 
> Action employer.*
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>
Received on Wed Jun 04 2008 - 12:59:07 EDT