Digital Resources Librarian (C13-067)
Elihu Burritt Library
The Elihu Burritt Library at Central Connecticut State University invites
innovative and energetic applicants to fill a full-time, tenure-track
librarian position that will serve on the Library’s Information Systems and
Resources team. The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety
of tasks that successfully respond to the research needs of CCSU’s
students, faculty, and staff. Candidates are expected to be committed to
multiculturalism and to working with a diverse student body.
Duties include but are not limited to:
• Leads the library in the development, organization, delivery, and
assessment of library learning and technology services, programs and
resources for faculty, staff, and students;
• Participates with other library professionals in the oversight,
maintenance, and development of the library’s web presence, including HTML
pages, content management systems (LibGuides, Wordpress, Drupal,
Contentdm), and other web applications;
• Develops successful partnerships with teaching faculty and other campus
units to integrate the library’s digital collections and services with
campus learning initiatives.
• Coordinates all library wide digitization projects;
• Assists with the administration of the following systems: All Springshare
products (LibGuides, LibAnswers, LibAnalytics), Libchat (Chat reference
system), Metalib/Primo (Federated Search & Discovery), including staff
training and support;
• Maintains and develops mobile technologies;
• Liaises with the Serials/Electronic Resources Librarian and the
Electronic Resources Specialist as needed;
• Provides technical support for the library’s Integrated Library System
(Millennium) and Interlibrary Loan management software (ILLiad) in the
absence of the Systems Librarian;
• Shares with other library professionals in the oversight of electronic
resource management including budgeting, selection, evaluation, access, and
trouble-shooting;
• Provides assistance and technical support to library staff for the
creation of learning aids such as screen casts and library guides;
• Participates with other library professionals in guiding the library in
the selection of new technologies and their implementation;
• Provides knowledge and expertise associated with the university’s course
management software;
• Acts as liaison with the Centers for Teaching and Educational Technology
as well as the University Information Technology Department.
Required Qualifications:
• American Library Association accredited Master’s degree in Library
Science or equivalent;
• Experience relevant to digital resources management in an academic
library;
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of library digital technology
and collections;
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of emerging technologies, such as
mobile applications and cloud computing;
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem solving skills;
• Commitment to serving culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse
communities.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with Innovative Interfaces Integrated Library System including
its Electronic Resources Management module;
• Demonstrated commitment to positive user experience;
• Experience with Ex Libris’ SFX link resolver and A-Z list administration;
• Experience with discovery layer technologies.
The University: CCSU is one of four state universities with the Board of
Regents for Higher Education Connecticut State Colleges & Universities.
Excellent professors, librarians, coaches, and counselors and a wide array
of academic programs prepare students for success in whatever field they
choose. CCSU’s motto is more than a slogan; it articulates the
University’s commitment to students: “Start with a dream. Finish with a
future.” The Princeton Review selected CCSU as one of "The Best
Northeastern Colleges." CCSU serves approximately 12,200 students - 9,500
undergraduates, and 2,700 graduates. CCSU is richly diverse: more than 20
percent of students are of traditional minority heritage. Visit our web
site at http://www.ccsu.edu/.
The Community: CCSU is located in New Britain, a city of some 70,000,
within a 10-minute drive to the state capital in Hartford. New Britain is
home to the nationally recognized New Britain Museum of American Arts and
offers a range of cultural opportunities, including the New Britain
Symphony Orchestra, the New Britain Rock Cats (Double A professional
baseball), two theatres, and an extensive park system. The University is
approximately two hours (by car) from both Boston and New York City.
Application and Appointment: For full consideration, applications must be
received by April 22, 2013. Salary and rank are commensurate with
education and experience. To begin the application process, go to
www.ccsu.edu/jobs and submit the following:
• Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position
• Current curriculum vitae
• Names of three current professional references with addresses, email
addresses and telephone numbers
For more information contact Theresa Mastrogiovanni at 860 832-2097 or
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Please make sure your Social Security Number is not listed on any documents
submitted. Redact any personally identifiable information.
Edward Iglesias
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