Collection Development Librarian Scarborough-Phillips Library St. Edwards University Austin, TX Scope The collection development librarian is responsible for developing a collection development policy that values a balanced collection in all areas of the curriculum and for all bibliographic and physical formats, including digital. The successful candidate will have the knowledge and experience to assess the collection. Working with library faculty and staff, and teaching faculty, he or she will possess the leadership and management skills to develop new collection policy and to successfully implement that policy. This is a full-time, tenure-track faculty position and reports directly to the Library Director. Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. Competitive salary range (minimum salary of $45,000 at Instructor level). Responsibilities • Assists the Library Director in overall collection management, development, and assessment; assumes responsibility for building a current, balanced collection, especially for general and multidisciplinary curricular needs. • Works with Library Faculty to manage and develop the library's collections; • Trains Library Faculty on collection management tools and methods; • Serves as a professional resource for collection assessment and management issues; • Works closely with the Library Faculty and the Academic Departments and Programs to establish and execute ongoing collection review. • Establishes, monitors, and tracks collection budget of approximately $500,000. Recommends priorities for the distribution of collection funds. • Establishes collection management policies and procedures, and oversees implementation of said policies and procedures in consultation with the Library Director and the Library Faculty. • Reviews and analyzes collections. • Coordinates collection statistics; • Conducts collection evaluation programs to assess strengths and weaknesses in all subject areas. • Keeps current on new collection development and acquisitions technology. Participates in local, regional and national professional activities as deemed appropriate. • Organizes and conducts collection management projects including weeding and gifts; ensures that written acknowledgements of gifts are promptly dispatched. • Establishes, maintains and reviews relationships with vendors and publishers. • Establishes systems for review of materials in need of repair, replacement or withdrawal. • Serves on reference desk and participates in the library instruction program, including some nights and weekends. Qualifications Required: • ALA-accredited masters degree in library or information science or foreign equivalent. • A clear understanding of the disciplines that constitute the liberal arts as well as demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging trends, issues, and best practices in academic library collection development, scholarly communications, and assessment. • Two to three years of experience in an academic library performing collection management and /or acquisitions, with knowledge of trends and practices in information access, acquisitions and collection development. • Experience with staff-side functions of a major integrated library system. • Experience with budgeting in a library setting. • Highly proficient with Excel, Access or other spreadsheet software • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to display imagination, ingenuity, and humor in solving problems and working with people. • Successful completion of an employment and criminal history background check required. Preferred: • Experience with electronic management systems like Serials Solutions, Ebsco A to Z, etc. and the use of their report functions to gather and distribute use statistics, report coverage overlap, etc. • Experience with analysis of patron use of library collections, including all physical and bibliographic formats • Experience with evaluation and withdrawal of traditional print materials • Experience with or knowledge of licensing electronic resources and copyright issues. • Experience working with library material vendors • Experience with III Millennium • Professional experience in a liberal arts environment About St. Edward's University Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward's University is a private, Catholic liberal arts institution of more than 5,300 diverse students located in Austin, Texas. St. Edward's emphasizes critical thinking and ethical practices, as well as small classes, personalized learning and exciting internship opportunities. The community atmosphere extends to the more than 900 faculty and staff who work together to make the university a welcoming yet challenging environment for students. It is an exciting time to be part of the St. Edward's community, as the university pursues an ambitious plan to be recognized as one of the best small universities in the country. How to apply Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Send letter of application, resume, and names of three references to: Tina Herman Buck, Scarborough-Phillips Library, C/M Box 1037; St. Edward's University, 3001 S. Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78704-8492. St. Edward's University is an equal opportunity employer and hires only U.S. citizens and documented workers. Available: Immediately
