Electronic Resources Librarian- Deerfield, IL
Trinity International University
Deerfield
**Summary**
The Rolfing Memorial Library seeks a service-oriented, versatile, and
collaborative librarian with a desire to invest in a Christian higher
education environment. The Electronic Resources Librarian will manage all
aspects of the life cycle of electronic resources, including acquisition,
cataloging, licensing, access, evaluation, and maintenance. The ERL supervises
part-time serials staff and interacts regularly with library staff, IT staff,
and students. This position reports to the Head of Technical Services.
**Responsibilities**
Demonstrate technological expertise regarding access to serials and database
collections. Troubleshoot common problems in collaboration with IT staff and
vendors (i.e. IP addresses, EZ Proxy, A-to-Z lists, networking technologies).
Respond to patron inquiries about availability and access of e-resources.
Update relevant library staff, faculty, and students on the status or
resolution of problems.
Oversee collection development and assessment for serials and databases.
Revise and develop collection development policies for serials and databases
to inform future collection decisions. Lead discussions among librarians on
acquisitions and weeding. Arrange trials and evaluation of new e-resources.
Manage licensing agreements and ensure compliance. Instruct library staff and
patrons on licensing and copyright issues.
Exercise stewardship over the serials and databases budgets. Propose
recommendations for changes based upon evaluation of library materials usage
and university mission, programs, and student enrollment.
Compile usage statistics using vendor supplied COUNTER reports and other data.
Present findings annually to library staff and lead discussion regarding
future implications. Compose annual reporting for assessment and accreditation
purposes.
Catalog and update bibliographic records for e-resource collections following
current CONSER, AACR2, and RDA guidelines.
Successfully hire, train, and supervise part-time serials employee(s). Serials
assistant(s) will be responsible for receiving, processing, claiming, and
cataloging print serials. In addition, the serials assistant(s) will manage
the bindery shipments and periodic repair of print materials.
Provide some reference assistance and/or serve as library liaison for assigned
academic departments.
Pursue professional development, such as reading professional literature,
attending conferences or webinars, publishing, or participating in regional
professional library gatherings.
Other projects as assigned.
**Qualifications**
MLS/MLIS degree from an ALA-accredited program
Proficiency and familiarity working with networking technologies, database
design, and computing hardware
At least two years of e-resources library experience
Ability to communicate complex information clearly to library and IT staff as
well as faculty and students
Knowledge of CONSER, MARC, AACR2, and RDA standards
Excellent analysis and evaluation skills
Demonstrated capacity to effectively train and supervise part-time employees
on serials and bindery duties
**_Desired Qualifications_**
MS Access and/or computer programming (SQL) experience
Work experience in an academic library setting
Prior knowledge and experience with PC support and set up
Ability to train library staff on technical issues (i.e. MS Access reports,
website)
**TIU Background**
Trinity International University (TIU) is comprised of Trinity College,
Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and the Trinity Graduate School along
with 2 regional centers at South Chicago and Florida, extension programs
throughout the Midwest, and Trinity Law School in California (total student
FTE of 2,016). The university is located about 22 miles north of Chicago.
Trinity's five core values are Christ centeredness, comprehensive education,
community, church connectedness, and cultural engagement. TIU is affiliated
with the Evangelical Free Church of America. The successful candidate for this
position must support with the university's mission, values, and statement of
faith.
**Rolfing Background**
The James E. Rolfing Memorial Library contains a circulating collection of
186,000 books, 4,000 ebooks, 50,000 ejournals, 80 databases, and 7,100 media.
Rolfing belongs to the Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries in
Illinois, which grants the Trinity community access to academic library
resources from over 80 libraries. Rolfing has eight full-time library staff,
six of which are professional librarians. Our library staff strives to
cultivate a community motivated by integrity, creativity, collaboration, and
learning.
**Salary Range & Benefits**
$42,000-$47,000 annual salary, depending upon experience
TIU offers its full-time employees a competitive benefits package, details of
which are provided to prospective employees at the time of mutual
consideration.
**Application Process**
To apply, please go to www.tiu.edu/hr/. Click on Job Postings (on the right
hand side of the page). Set up a profile in ADP and fill out the application
for Electronic Resources Librarian. For additional questions, contact the Head
of Technical Services, Rebekah (Hall) Luken @ [log in to unmask] or 847-317-4007.
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