Electronic Resources/Serials Librarian
Randall Library, UNCW. The University of North Carolina at Wilmington is a member institution of the University of North Carolina, and is nationally recognized for its marine sciences teaching and research programs, and for its strengths in arts and sciences, business, education, and nursing. The University is situated on a beautiful arboretum campus located in an historic port city within five miles of the Atlantic Ocean. The University currently enrolls approximately 11,000 students
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Randall Library has access to substantial online information resources through NC LIVE (a state-funded virtual library) and other institutional subscriptions. The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for providing integrated access to serial resources, including cataloging and database maintenance activities, with an emphasis on e-journals. Related duties include evaluating and assessing products and services relating to serials management, resolving access problems, collecting and analyzing usage statistics, and staying abreast of trends and developments relating to e-journal management. This position also includes regular Reference Desk coverage, including occasional weekend hours. Library faculty at UNCW engage in scholarship resulting in publication, conference presentation and other evidence of scholarly efforts. Reports to the Associate University Librarian for Technical & Collection Services.
REQUIREMENTS: MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited program. Must have excellent analytical skills and an aptitude for detail-oriented work, experience and/or extensive training with OCLC, MARC formats, AACR2, and serials work using an integrated library system. Requires excellent computer skills, including knowledge of spreadsheet and database applications and effective communication and interpersonal skills.
PREFERENCES: 2 years of experience in technical services in an academic library.
SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary minimum $33,500, depending on qualifications, or commensurate with labor market for this position. Annual contract with faculty status (lecturer, non-tenure track). Generous benefits package, including 24 days of vacation. TO APPLY FOR POSITION: Send letter and resume, including names of three references, to Beth Roberts, Secretary for Search Committee for Electronic Resources/Serials Librarian, Randall Library at UNCW, 601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403-5616. Review of applications will begin July 1, 2004 and will continue until position is filled. UNCW is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Arlene Hanerfeld
Associate University Librarian for Technical & Collection Services
Randall Library - UNC Wilmington
601 S. College Rd.
Wilmington, NC 28403-5616
910 962-3691 (voice)
910 962-3078 (fax)