E-RESOURCES LIBRARIAN
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Florida International University is a comprehensive university offering 340 majors in 188 degree programs in 23 colleges and schools, with innovative bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs across all disciplines including medicine, public health, law, journalism, hospitality, and architecture. FIU is Carnegie-designated as both a research university with high research activity and a community-engaged university. Located in the heart of the dynamic south Florida urban region, our multiple campuses serve over 50,000 students, placing FIU among the ten largest universities in the nation. Our annual research expenditures in excess of $100 million and our deep commitment to engagement have made FIU the go-to solutions center for issues ranging from local to global. FIU leads the nation in granting bachelor’s degrees, including in the STEM fields, to minority students and is first in awarding STEM master’s degrees to Hispanics. Our students, faculty, and staff reflect Miami’s diverse population, earning FIU the designation of Hispanic-Serving Institution. At FIU, we are proud to be ‘Worlds Ahead’! For more information about FIU, visit fiu.edu.
The Steven & Dorothea Green Library at Florida International University seeks a collaborative, flexible, enthusiastic, innovative, and service-oriented librarian for the position of Electronic Resources Librarian.
The Electronic Resource Librarian will hold a leadership role in organizing and providing access to the library’s extensive electronic resources collection. The position will be responsible for all aspects of the life cycle of e-resources, including coordination of the purchasing, licensing, access, and maintenance of all electronic materials. The Electronic Resources Librarian works cooperatively with Serials, Acquisitions, Cataloging, Information & Research Services, and other departments across the library to ensure seamless access to information. This position reports to the Collection Development Officer.
As a library faculty member, the Electronic Resources Librarian is expected to participate in professional development, research, and service activities in order to meet the Libraries’ and University’s requirements for promotion.
Job Responsibilities
• Provides leadership in managing access and maintaining accurate information about electronic resources.
• Coordinates the overall administration of the library’s electronic resources management system (currently SerialsSolutions).
• Effectively communicates internally, with relevant departments, and externally, with vendors and publishers, on pricing, authentication requirements, access issues, MARC record loads, or other needs that arise pertaining to electronic resources.
• Provides relevant statistical data and metrics, including usage and cost analysis, to support collection analysis and development decisions.
• Executes license negotiations with vendors and publishers, works closely with the university’s legal office, and serves as contract initiator for materials purchased from FIU Libraries resource budget.
• Participates in the Libraries’ effort to track locally developed free electronic resources, such as local documents and FIU born-digital publications.
• Provides support to the Resource Development Department for print reduction projects, such as storage transfer and conversion to electronic files.
• Serves the library, institution, and profession through participation in meetings, committee work, and research or other scholarly activities.
Required Qualifications:
• ALA-accredited master's degree in library or information science.
• Work experience with an electronic resource management system.
• Knowledge of current issues and trends in electronic resource management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in multiple formats.
• Demonstrated professional behavior and excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team and problem solve creatively.
Desired Qualifications:
• Work experience with electronic resource management, serials, or acquisitions.
• Experience with licensing and negotiating contracts with library vendors.
• Experience managing statistical data and generating reports.
• Work experience in an academic library.
Rank/Salary: Non-tenured faculty status; rank and salary are competitive based on qualifications and experience.
About the Libraries: For information about the FIU Libraries, please visit http://library.fiu.edu.
Review of Applications: Continues until the position is filled.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 507360 at careers.fiu.edu and must attach a cover letter, a resume, and the names and contact information for 3 professional references in a single pdf file. All inquiries should be directed to Kawanna Bright, Chair of the Search and Screen Committee, at kbright@fiu.edu . To receive full consideration, applications and required materials should be received by March 31, 2014. Review will continue until position is filled.
FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer.
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