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    Electronic Resources Librarian - Bridgewater, United States - Bridgewater State University

    Bridgewater State University
    Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description

    Title

    Electronic Resources Librarian

    Rank

    Assistant Librarian

    Tenure Information

    Tenure Track

    Department Summary

    The Clement C. Maxwell Library is open an average of 94 hours each week during the academic year. It is a busy, dynamic place with classrooms, academic and administrative offices throughout the building. The library serves all BSU students, faculty, staff, researchers from across the country and world, as well as the residents of the surrounding communities.

    Library Services is dedicated to meeting the needs of its communities, to updating its service models as pedagogies and librarianship evolve, to renewing the knowledge and skills of librarians and staff as practices change, to deploying new technologies to improve interactions with library users and to enhance user experiences. Successful candidates will be staff members who can work with their colleagues to help meet the mission of the department in serving and supporting our racially and ethnically diverse campus community.

    Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community dedicated to the lifelong success of all students; focused on the continuous improvement of its people; and is responsible for leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and the world. Bridgewaters accessible environment of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking and the pursuit of new knowledge and deeper understanding. The teaching and learning environment at Bridgewater also cultivates meaningful and diverse interpersonal relationships and fosters an appreciation for global engagement aimed at transforming lives and improving the human condition.

    Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our institutional values, which ensure that all students are supported and succeed.
    Bridgewater State University is equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups, and those committed to working in a diverse cultural environment, are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Essential Duties

    The Maxwell Library at Bridgewater State University seeks an experienced librarian to oversee all e-resources and related systems. The incumbent will provide leadership and expertise in acquiring and integrating electronic resources into the librarys collections. In addition, the successful candidate will work closely with liaison librarians, as well as systems and collection development librarians to ensure that the librarys digital collections and related policies and services are up to date, well managed, and positioned to support the Universitys overarching goals of student success, and excellence in teaching, learning, and research.

    The Electronic Resources Librarian reports directly to the Dean of the Library. The incumbent will serve as a library liaison in selected disciplines. Participation in professional organizations, service in library and university governance, and appropriate professional development activities are expected and required for tenure. The salary range is $60,000 to $70,000, dependent on experience and education.

    Please note: This position is eligible for hybrid remote/on-campus work options.

    The Electronic Resources Librarian will:

    * Provide leadership for management of the librarys electronic resources, which includes managing the selection, acquisition, cataloging/preservation, and assessment of resources in all formats.
    * Collaborate with the Dean of the Library to manage the annual e-resources materials budget and information resources expenditures.
    * Work with publishers and vendors to negotiate and maintain electronic resource licenses and contracts, manage database subscriptions, purchase orders, and electronic licensing agreements; resolve related problems as needed.
    * Work with library colleagues to set e-resources policies, workflows, and procedures.
    * Collaborate with other librarians to provide expert advice to the library and campus on online information resources.
    * Evaluate and recommend e-resources, demonstrations or trial subscriptions for librarian and faculty evaluation.
    * Provide training on e-resources for librarians and staff; create LibGuides and research aids in other formats for assigned liaison areas.
    * Collaborate with the Emerging Technologies and Systems Librarian to update knowledgebases, proxies, reference linking systems, and discovery interfaces as necessary (EBSCO, EZProxy, etc.).
    * Collaborate with the Library Administrative Services Coordinator to ensure that vendor invoices are paid in a timely manner.
    * Collect statistics on resource usage in all formats. Collaborate with librarians and library administration to conduct ongoing assessment of collections.
    * Serve as a liaison to one or more departments/programs.
    * Actively engage in professional development activities as required for promotion and tenure.

    Required Qualifications

    * Masters degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited program.
    * Minimum two years of relevant experience pertaining to the management of e-resources.
    * Knowledge of current issues in the e-resources lifecycle, including acquiring, licensing, and managing access to electronic resources.
    * Awareness of current developments and trends in electronic resources, with the proven ability to apply such knowledge to local practices.
    * Understanding of library metadata standards (MARC21, Dublin Core, RDA, etc.).
    * Demonstrated proficiency with automated library systems, usage tools, and vendor management tools.
    * Effective communication, interpersonal, and team building skills.
    * Commitment to diversity and social justice.
    * Evidence of ability to successfully engage in professional activities and disciplinary scholarship to satisfy promotion and tenure requirements for the Massachusetts State College Association (MSCA) collective bargaining agreement. ()

    Preferred Qualifications

    * Second masters degree. (Required for promotion beyond associate librarian rank.)
    * Knowledge of the publishing industry and copyright issues.
    * Experience with library management systems, electronic resources management tools such as FOLIO and CORAL.
    * Understanding of COUNTER data standards.
    * Supervisory experience.
    * Supervisory experience in an academic library environment.
    * Ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic, evolving library and campus environment.
    * Ability to think strategically, set priorities, and manage responsibilities independently.

    Special Conditions for Eligibility

    Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.

    This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

    EEO Statement

    Bridgewater State University (BSU) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.

    Posting Number

    F00498P

    Open Date

    05/20/2024

    Close Date

    06/30/2024

    Open Until Filled

    No

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position:
    • A minimum of three (3) professional reference entries in space provided on the application form.
    • Resume
    • Cover Letter
    • Equity and Inclusion Statement- a personal statement on a candidates past efforts to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion. The equity and inclusion statement is an opportunity for candidates to discuss scholarship, professional skills, and demonstrable experience that would enhance the universitys efforts to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Equity and inclusion statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidates application materials.
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