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Job Posting: Electronic Resource Librarian, University of Maryland,
College Park |
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Mark Hemhauser <mbhhbm@umd.edu> |
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Thu, 21 May 2009 13:16:49 -0400 |
Please excuse cross-posting.
-Mark
University of Maryland Libraries
Electronic
Resource Librarian
TITLE: Electronic Resources
Librarian (#102650)
CATEGORY: Non-tenured faculty,
full-time (12-Month Appointment)
SALARY: Commensurate with
qualifications and experience; comprehensive benefits
An opportunity exists for a
service-oriented individual to work within the team environment of the University
of Maryland (UM) Libraries in College Park, the largest university library
system in the region and in close proximity to the nation’s capital. Visit
the UM Libraries’ Web site at http://www.lib.umd.edu
RESPONSIBILITIES: As a member of the
Acquisitions Department, the ER Librarian takes the leadership role in the
procurement, licensing and management of electronic information resources
purchased by the UM Libraries as well as the shared consortial resources
purchased for the University System of Maryland and Affiliated Institutions
(USMAI) and the Maryland Digital Library (MDL) communities. Responsible
for the negotiation and administration of new and existing licensing for
electronic resources by maintaining a database for tracking electronic resource
licenses and licensing expressions, consulting with University Counsel to resolve
license and contract issues. In charge of researching license agreements
in order to place new subscription orders, developing and maintaining
guidelines for standard licensing terms, monitoring subscriptions in relation
to existing license expirations and renewals, reviewing the impact of current
licensing on post cancellation archival access, collecting usage statistics,
arranging for registration and activation of electronic subscriptions, and
troubleshooting e-access problems reported by patrons and other library
staff. See full job description at: http://www.lib.umd.edu/PASD/LPO/LibJobs/PD_ERLib.html.
QUALIFICATIONS AND
EXPERIENCE: Required:
ALA-accredited
Master’s degree in library science from a graduate program accredited by
the American Library Association.
One
year of library experience with technical services work, including cataloging,
systems, collection development, or serial acquisitions management.
Experience
working with an automated acquisitions system or an automated library system.
Ability
to manage tasks in response to varying time pressures with shifting priorities
and changing constraints.
Demonstrated
ability to anticipate customer needs and seek ways of providing satisfactory
solutions.
Good
interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with all
persons potentially affected by the scope of
Demonstrated
ability to pay close attention to details is essential, as is accuracy.
Preferred: Three or more years of serials or
acquisition experience in an academic or research library, at least one of
which is as a professional librarian. Experience with acquisitions
processes for electronic resources (licensing, access provision, electronic
resource management).
Position is appointed to
Librarian Faculty Ranks as established by the University System of Maryland
Board of Regents. Rank at appointment is based on the successful
applicant’s experience and relevant credentials. For additional
information, consult the following website: http://www.lib.umd.edu/groups/la/APPSC/index.html.
APPLICATIONS: Electronic applications preferred. For full
consideration, send application with position title and number in the subject
line. Application consists of cover letter, resume and names/e-mail addresses
of three references by June 30, 2009. Resumes will be reviewed as
they are received and interviews will be in August. Applications accepted until
position is filled. Send to lib-hremploy@umd.edu.
EEO/AA Employer.
--
Mark Hemhauser
Coordinator, Continuing and Electronic Resources
McKeldin Library
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742