From: Madeline M Kelly <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Thu, 30 Apr 2015 12:21:44 +0000

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Madeline Kelly
Head of Collection Development
University Libraries
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA 22030


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https://jobs.gmu.edu/postings/35235

Electronic Resources Librarian (FA232z)

George Mason University Libraries is seeking an energetic,
detail-oriented individual for the position of Electronic Resources
Librarian. This position oversees the management and strategic
direction of the Libraries’ Electronic Resources program, working with
staff in the Collection Development Department and Technical Services
Group to evaluate, acquire, maintain, and market the Libraries’
e-resources.

Reporting to the Head, Collection Development, the Electronic
Resources Librarian:

·         Works with e-resource staff, subject research librarians,
and other selectors on the identification, evaluation, and
implementation/maintenance of electronic resources.

·         As part of the Collection Development Department, works with
staff in the Resources and Collection Management Services Division to
facilitate the movement of e-resources through the full spectrum of
licensing, acquisitions, cataloging, and marketing and other processes
related to electronic resource management.

·         Coordinates with the Libraries’ Digital Programs and Systems
Division on e-resource availability; consults on the E-Resource
Management System (ERMS) and other systems infrastructures relating to
the acquisition, implementation, and maintenance of e-resources.

·         Responsible for coordinating licensing activities with
publishers and vendors, including rewrites, considerable contact with
vendor/publisher representatives, and negotiation of contract
language; as well as training of other University Libraries staff
involved in e-resource licensing.

·         Responsible for coordinating e-resource management as well
as staying current on developments in electronic products and
services.

·         Responsible for development of electronic resource policies,
documentation, environmental scanning, and strategic planning.

·         Responsible for detailed tracking and presentation of usage
statistics for all of the Libraries’ electronic resources.

·         Participates in meetings and serves on committees of the
University Libraries, the University, the Washington Research Library
Consortium (WRLC), and the Virtual Library of Virginia (VIVA).

·         Supervises one Graduate Professional Assistant.

·         Performs other duties, as requested, which fall within the
scope of the Libraries’ professional faculty.

Qualifications. REQUIRED:

·         ALA-accredited MLS or ALA-recognized foreign equivalent

·         Professional experience working with electronic resources,
ideally in an academic library setting (At least two years strongly
desired)

·         Demonstrated knowledge of the e-resource life cycle and
electronic resource management best practices

·         Conceptual and practical knowledge of computers, mobile
devices, and other information technologies

·         Strong analytical skills and substantive experience using
spreadsheets and databases (particularly Microsoft Office products)

·         Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and the
ability to track complex workflows in an ever-changing environment

·         Aptitude for communicating orally and in writing

·         Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a
collegial team environment

·         Strong service orientation and commitment to professional growth

PREFERRED:

·         Experience working with GOBI3, SerialsSolutions, Ex Libris
Primo, and/or Voyager ILS

·         Experience licensing electronic resources in an academic
library setting

·         Supervisory experience

Appointment/Benefits: 12-month professional faculty appointment with
rank. Health plan options and paid life insurance; several retirement
plans, including TIAA-CREF; accrual of up to 24 vacation days; 12 paid
holidays; tuition waiver for self. Salary is competitive and
commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The George Mason University Libraries, comprising a large central
library and three distinctive distributed libraries, is located in the
Northern Virginia/Washington, D.C. area. One of Virginia’s leading
academic research institutions, the University is a member of the
Washington Research Library Consortium, the Virtual Library of
Virginia, the Center for Research Libraries, and the Association of
Southeastern Research Libraries. For more information please visit
library.gmu.edu.

All applications for this position (FA232z) MUST be submitted online
at George Mason’s employment page:  http://jobs.gmu.edu/. Applicants
must submit letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses
(including e-mail) and phone numbers of three current references.
Questions should be directed to Debra Hogan, Executive Assistant to
the University Librarian:  [log in to unmask] Review of applications
begins June 1, 2015, and will continue until the position is filled.