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Electronic Resources Support Librarian
Electronic Collections Department,
Located at the Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical
Library (Sterling Hall of Medicine – 333 Cedar St) Yale University
Library New Haven, CT
Rank: Librarian I-II
Fixed
Duration:
Two (2) years from date of hire, non-renewable
Schedule:
Full-time (37.5 hours per week); Standard Work Week (M-F, 8:30-5:00)
Yale University offers exciting opportunities for
achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut. Conveniently located
between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut
with cultural resources that include two major art museums, a
critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and
world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.
THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY
The Yale University Library, as one of the world's
leading research libraries, collects, organizes, preserves, and provides access
to and services for a rich and unique record of human thought and creativity.
It fosters intellectual growth and is a highly valued partner in the teaching
and research missions of Yale University and scholarly communities worldwide. A
distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including more than 12.5
million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to
early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaged in numerous
digital initiatives designed to provide access to a full array of scholarly
information. Housed in the Sterling Memorial Library and twenty school and
departmental libraries, it employs a dynamic, diverse, and innovative staff of
over 500 who have the opportunity to work with the highest caliber of faculty
and students, participate on committees, and are involved in other areas of
staff development. For additional information on the Yale University
Library, please visit the Library's web site at http://www.library.yale.edu/.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Electronic Collections department leads, coordinates,
and supports the collection and management of licensed e-resources through the
Yale University Library. The Library’s electronic collections have grown
over the past decade to include more than 70,000 full text serial titles,
approximately 1,000 databases, and close to 1 million online books. The library
is transitioning from print, and print with online, to electronic-only formats;
the shift has generated significant project work to be addressed by the appointment
of an Electronic Resources Support Librarian. The Electronic Resources Support
Librarian is a new, entry-level position that will report to the Interim Head
of Electronic Collections.
The Electronic Resources Support Librarian carries out responsibilities
as part of a departmental team to provide responsive, effective, and evolving
coordination of electronic resource collecting and management. Works closely
with staff across the Yale University Library to design effective workflows for
the shift to electronic-only formats, responds to questions related to these
efforts, and identifies and cleans up problems caused or uncovered by the
transition.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Electronic Resources Support Librarian will work
closely with staff across the Yale University Library to design effective
workflows for the shift to electronic-only formats, respond to questions
related to these efforts, and identify and clean up problems caused or
uncovered by the transition.
Specific tasks include the following:
• Serves as a resource person for Selectors and
Library Units transitioning their journal collections to e-only.
• Acquires and approves licenses for the electronic
materials and establish compliance contacts.
• Manages metadata for these materials using
various library resource management applications, namely, Yale Links (ExLibris
SFX OpenURL link resolver), Electronic Resource Management system (ExLibris
Verde) and Integrated Library System (ExLibris Voyager).
• Develops workflows and adapts best practices to
facilitate them library’s future accelerating transition to online
collections.
• Manages the transition through close
collaboration with Acquisitions personnel as they shift subscriptions and
standing orders to e-only status.
• Helps identify and respond to cataloging and
access problems caused by the transition, in close collaboration with and
referring to Cataloging and relevant parties.
• Provides support and guidance to the process of
e-book acquisitions and other e-resources.
• Supports the work of the Electronic Collections
department, including participation in the e-resources access problem team and
license review team.
• Participates in library planning committees and
task forces and engages in campus, regional, and national professional organizations
and collaborative activities.
• Expected to be professionally active and
represents the Library and the University in the academic, scholarly, and
professional community.
• May be required to assist in disaster recovery
efforts.
• May be assigned to work at West Campus location
in West Haven, CT.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program for
library and information science. Appointment to the rank of Librarian II
requires a minimum of two years of professional archival experience and
demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank.
Understanding of and interest in the complex,
ever-changing electronic publishing environment and scholarly communications
issues. Ability to work with a varied user groups and function
effectively in a team environment and in a complex organization.
Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills are required.
Evidence of high productivity and skill at problem solving when working
independently or in groups, as changing situations require. Skills in the
online environment and with a range of desktop software applications.
Demonstrated ability to work collegially and cooperatively within and
across organizations.
Preferred:
At least one (1) year of experience in supporting
electronic resource activities. Experience supporting an OpenURL
resolver, experience providing troubleshooting for problem reports.
Knowledge of scholarly communication industry norms and practices of
information technology. Familiarity with project management; ability to
plan, manage, and coordinate complex projects; demonstrated record of devising
and bringing projects to a conclusion in a timely fashion. Ability to
"translate" between the world of electronic resources and traditional
library format(s).
SALARY AND BENEFITS
We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity,
rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's
great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful
accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best
anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off,
fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits,
extensive recreational facilities, and much more.
Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and
the names of three professional references should be sent by creating an
account and applying online at www.yale.edu/jobs
for immediate consideration - the STARS req ID for this position is
11579BR. Please be sure to reference #11579BR in your cover letter.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is
filled.
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
All external candidates for employment will be subject to
pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor
vehicle and credit checks based on the position description and job
requirements. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a
background check. Please visit www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html
for additional information on the background check requirements and process.
Yale University is an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer. Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and
students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of
underrepresented minority groups.
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Daniel M. Dollar, MLS
Interim Head of E-Collections for Yale University Library
Head of Collection Development and Management for Cushing/Whitney Medical
Library
Contact at:
Cushing/Whitney Medical Library, Yale School of Medicine
333 Cedar Street, P.O. Box 208014, New Haven, CT
06520-8014
voice: 203/785-2883, fax: 203/785-5636