Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi invites applications for the position of Serials/Electronic Resources Librarian.
About the University
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, regional comprehensive Hispanic Serving Institution that combines a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement. Texas
A&M University-Corpus Christi is committed to becoming one of the leading centers of higher education in the Gulf of Mexico region while serving the intellectual, cultural, social, environmental, and economic needs of South Texas. The beautiful natural setting
of the Island University is enhanced by modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilitates, colorful landscaping, and plazas that lend to a distinctive tropical feel to the campus. Offering more than 80 of the most popular
degree programs in the state, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has proudly provided a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly-rated degree programs since 1947. The Island University has earned its spot as a premier doctoral-granting institution,
supporting a UAS test site, two institutes, and 13 research centers and labs. Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi offers a balance between a casual, coastal work atmosphere and an institution of higher education that is committed to achieving excellence. Discover
your island at http://www.tamucc.edu/.
About Corpus Christi, TX
Welcome to Corpus Christi and the Coastal bend. The location on the Gulf of Mexico makes this a vacation destination for many while providing recreational opportunities such as windsurfing, fishing, and boating.
From Buccaneer Days to the Texas Jazz Festival, you’ll enjoy many celebrations held in a vibrant downtown, a breathtaking waterfront, sensational seafood, concerts, cultural activities, and professional sports games. Padre Island is only 15 minutes away from
campus, and Mustang Island is just another short drive. Further down the road, you’ll come to the quaint “village” of Port Aransas, and for those who want to stretch along miles and miles of sand, Padre Island National Seashore offers more than 130,000 acres
of beautiful sandy shores and seasonal flora. Located halfway between Houston and Brownsville and only a few hours from San Antonio, Austin, and the beautiful Texas Hill Country, Corpus Christi is close to everything!
About the Library
The Mary and Jeff Bell Library provides resources and services to assist users with their research and information needs. Over ½ million items are listed in Portal, the online catalog,
and many more items are accessible through our electronic resources. Over 200 online databases and 60,000 electronic journals contain scholarly material to assist students in completing research projects or assignments. The Library provides both in-person
and electronic reference service, instruction to classes on how to use the Library’s resources, interlibrary loan to obtain items the Library does not own, a media lab for accessing audio-visual material, and over 100 computers for use in research or the completion
of course assignments. Laptop computers are also available for use within the Library. Special Collections and Archives houses a wealth of resources focusing on Corpus Christi, the Coastal Bend, and South Texas. The atrium of the Library contains popular
magazines and a selection of daily newspapers.
Serials/Electronic Resources Librarian
The Serials/Electronic Resources Librarian at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will provide leadership to the Periodicals Department by establishing department goals; formulating, implementing and reviewing
policies and procedures; evaluating and determining department workflow and processes; overseeing and conducting training; supervising and mentoring periodicals staff; and providing assessment related to department activities. In addition, the Serials/Electronic
Resources Librarian will provide leadership to the library and the university by working with other library staff to identify, evaluate and select electronic resources in support of the university’s mission; communicating internally with library information
technology staff and university contacts, such as purchasing personnel, to ensure the timely acquisition and processing of serials and electronic resources; communicating externally with vendors, publishers, and consortia; reviewing product information, pricing,
and contract/licensing information; and providing outreach for electronic resources, including development of training materials and training sessions. In addition, the candidate selected for this position will be responsible for collection development and
library instruction in subject liaison areas and will work up to 4 hours per week at the reference desk. As with all professional librarian positions at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, the successful candidate will participate in professional and scholarly
activity and will serve on library and university committees.
Qualifications
Required: Masters of Library Science or equivalent from an ALA accredited program. Two (2) years of experience with serials and electronic resources management in an academic
library. Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum experience requirement. Academic library supervisory experience with delegation of responsibility and authority to staff. Knowledge of the acquisitions process for serials and
an understanding of the electronic resources life cycle. Current awareness of trends in technology, scholarly communication, copyright, intellectual property, and standards related to serials and electronic resources. Candidates must have effective written,
verbal and interpersonal communication skills, strong organizational and time management skills, a flexible and adaptable attitude, and a commitment to customer service.
Preferred: Second master’s degree or Ph.D. Experience with integrated library systems, particularly Sierra, A-to-Z journal management tools, electronic resource management systems, web-scale discovery services,
web design, networks, and proxy servers, as well as online user aids, such as LibGuides. Ability to collect, analyze, manipulate, and provide meaningful interpretation of data related to serials and electronic resources.
Record of scholarly and professional activity demonstrating commitment to advancing the profession.
Application Information
To Apply: View the full job posting and apply at:
https://islanderjobs.tamucc.edu Attach a letter of interest and resume to your on-line application. This is a security sensitive position and employment is contingent upon an
acceptable criminal background investigation.
EO/AA/VET/Disability Employer
Office of Human Resources, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi,
6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412-5730 (361)825-2630
www.tamucc.edu