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

Bridgewater State University

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Bridgewater, United States

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Description

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.

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 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.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Second masters degree. (Required for promotion beyond associate librarian rank.)

Knowledge of the publishing industry and