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Job: Electronic Resources Librarian at North Carolina State University

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The NCSU Libraries has a well-earned reputation for creating adventurous
library spaces and innovative services that delight today's students and
researchers. The D. H. Hill Library combines the best of tradition and
innovation, housing special collections and a beautiful gallery alongside
vibrant, experiential spaces such as the Learning Commons and Technology
Sandbox. Soon we will open a magnificent new library that promises to be
nothing less than the best learning and collaborative space in the country.
Located on NC State's Centennial Campus, the James B. Hunt Jr. Library will be
an iconic space, a place where people gather to explore new ways to research,
learn, experiment, collaborate, and affect the world. Designed as a working
incubator for educational technology, the Hunt Library will serve as a second
"main library," complementing the D. H. Hill Library, with services focused on
the Centennial Campus community. If you are a person who would like to provide
a new generation of library users with everything they can imagine and more,
consider applying for the following position.

  
The NCSU Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of
Electronic Resources Librarian in the Acquisitions and Discovery department.
Acquisitions and Discovery's seven librarians and twenty-five staff are
responsible for managing the Libraries' approximately $9 million collections
budget, acquiring materials in all formats, negotiating license agreements and
contracts, and describing and maintaining access points to facilitate
discovery of the Libraries' resources. NCSU Acquisitions and Discovery
librarians have been actively involved in the development of an e-resource
management system, E-Matrix, and are bringing that expertise to the national
level as part of the Kuali OLE and GOKb projects. This position reports to the
Associate Head, Acquisitions and Discovery

  
Responsibilities

  
The Electronic Resources Librarian:

  * Takes a lead role in acquiring, licensing, describing, and providing access to electronic resources, with a specialization in electronic journals and databases
  * As a member of the Serials Unit, manages projects, develops workflows, and trains staff
  * Ensures access to e-resource collections using the Serials Solutions suite of products, including a knowledgebase, link resolver, MARC record service, and discovery environment
  * Maintains close working relationships with vendors, publishers, and consortium partners
  * Develops and analyzes statistical and management reports for the department and the Libraries
  * Identifies emerging trends and technologies in e-resources management that have the potential for new and improved library services
  * Participates in library planning, serves on library-wide committees, task forces, and teams
  * NCSU librarians are expected to be active professionally and to contribute to developments in the field.
  
Required qualifications:

  * ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent advanced degree in library or information science
  * Knowledge of trends and practices in e-resource management.
  * Knowledge of applications of current and emerging technologies as they relate to library acquisitions
  * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  * Outstanding oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
  * Ability to work creatively and collaboratively in a team environment
  * Evidence of ability for ongoing professional development and contribution
  
Preferred qualifications:

  * Experience acquiring and managing electronic resources
  * Familiarity with trends and practices in serials and electronic resources cataloging
  * The Libraries, the University, and the Area
  
The NCSU Libraries and its staff have won numerous awards, including the first
Association of College and Research Libraries' Excellence in Academic
Libraries Award, Library Journal's Librarian of the Year, Paraprofessional of
the Year, and six Movers and Shakers awards. The library system currently
consists of the D. H. Hill Library and branch libraries for design, natural
resources, textiles, and veterinary medicine, with the James B. Hunt Jr.
Library opening soon. With a staff of 260+ FTE, the Libraries has more than
4.4 million volumes in its collection, acquires more than 62,000 print and
electronic serials, and has a total annual budget of over $25 million, with
approximately $9.5 million allocated to collections. The Libraries is the host
site for NC LIVE, a multi-type library initiative making digital resources
accessible to North Carolina residents.

  
The NCSU Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the
Digital Library Federation, the Coalition for Networked Information, the
Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition, the Council for Library
and Information Resources, and the Center for Research Libraries. Duke
University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Central University, and North Carolina State University form the Triangle
Research Libraries Network (TRLN), with combined resources exceeding 17
million volumes and collections budgets totaling more than $30 million.

  
Recognized as one of the nation's leading universities in science and
technology, with strong programs in the humanities and social sciences, NC
State offers degrees through the Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences,
Design, Education, Engineering, Humanities and Social Sciences, Management,
Natural Resources, Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Textiles, and
Veterinary Medicine. As the largest academic institution in the state, NC
State enrolls more than 34,000 students and offers doctoral degrees in 61
fields of study. The university is ranked third among all public universities
(without medical schools) in industry-sponsored research expenditures and has
more than 660 active patents. NC State is a national leader in networking
technologies and a charter member of the North Carolina Networking Initiative
(NCNI), an Internet2 initiative with the most advanced operational networking
system infrastructure in the nation.

  
North Carolina's Research Triangle of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill lies
between the mountains of the Blue Ridge and the shores of the Outer Banks
lies. One of the nation's premier concentrations of academic, corporate, and
public research, the area combines moderate year-round temperatures, rolling
hills, championship college athletics, and a rich diversity of cultural
events. The Triangle consistently ranks high on lists of desirable American
communities. Businessweek rated Raleigh as "the best American city" in 2011,
recent rankings by Forbes name the Triangle as the number-one place for
business and careers and as the number-two spot for young professionals.

  
Salary and Benefits

  
The Libraries offers a highly competitive salary in recognition of applicable
education and experience for this position. Librarians have non-tenure track
faculty status (without levels of rank). Benefits include:
24 days vacation, 12 days sick leave; State of NC preferred provider medical
insurance, and state, TIAA/CREF, or other retirement options. Additional and
optional dental, life, disability, deferred compensation, and legal plans are
offered. Tuition waiver program for all campuses of The University of North
Carolina is available. More benefits information is available at
http://www7.acs.ncsu.edu/hr/benefits/

  
Application process and schedule

  
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt; applications will be accepted
until finalist candidates are selected. Candidates are encouraged to apply as
soon as possible to receive full consideration. The nomination committee may
invite candidates for confidential, pre-interview screenings. Appointment
requires successful completion of background check. This position is available
immediately; start date is negotiable.

  
Applicants must apply through the NC State University online employment
website at https://jobs.ncsu.edu/. Search in the keyword box by position
number 00100866. Complete application, attach cover letter and resume, and
provide contact information for four current, professional references. For
assistance with this process contact NCSU Libraries Personnel Services Office
(919) 515-3522.



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