From: "Hartnett, Eric J" <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Tue, 25 Apr 2017 16:07:33 +0000

Texas A&M University Libraries seeks a creative and dynamic
professional to join the team as an Electronic Resources Librarian.
The Libraries have a healthy resource budget of nearly $14 million for
electronic resources.  This is a tenure-track academic appointment,
carrying full faculty status and responsibilities including
librarianship, scholarship, and professional service to meet both the
Libraries’ and University’s requirements for promotion and tenure.

Reporting through the Director of Electronic Resources, the Electronic
Resources Librarian is responsible for the day-to-day activities
related to the Libraries’ licensed e-resources throughout their life
cycle. Duties include, but are not limited to, activation and
maintenance of serial access records in our link resolver, creation
and maintenance of supplier and resource records in our electronic
resources management system, and creation and maintenance of database
access records in LibGuides. The librarian works with vendors to
negotiate license renewals, troubleshoot access issues, and remain
current on vendors’ technologies.  May supervise staff. The person in
this position must be a self-starter, detail-oriented and enjoy
solving problems in a collaborative, collegial environment with
continually evolving technologies. The Librarian is expected to
maintain knowledge of national trends and developments in acquisitions
and electronic resource management. The position serves on committees
for the Libraries, the university, and other organizations,
contributes to the profession, and engages in scholarship.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an
ALA-accredited institution (or international equivalent)
Demonstrated experience handling complex, analytical work, including
the ability to identify, analyze and evaluate problems and devise
solutions
Demonstrated commitment to customer service
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative and
culturally diverse environment
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
The ability to take initiative and work independently

Desired Qualifications:

Demonstrated knowledge of issues related to the electronic resources lifecycle
Experience working with vendors and publishers
Experience with SFX or other link resolvers
Demonstrated familiarity with the technical services modules of
electronic resources management systems, integrated library systems,
interlibrary loan management systems, or other library related
information technologies
Demonstrated knowledge of issues related to contract and license
interpretation, including fair use and copyright
Experience with reviewing and processing licenses


ENVIRONMENT:

The University:
Founded in 1876 as a land-grant institution, Texas A&M University is
the sixth largest university in the nation. The signature Aggie Spirit
captures and embodies the university’s traditions and core values:
Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Loyalty, Respect, and Selfless
Service. The university has an enrollment of more than 55,000 students
and 2,800 instructional faculty. Based on Vision 2020, the
institution’s goal is to become a premier, tier-one research
university and to be ranked among the top 10 public universities
nationwide by 2020.

The Libraries:

In an effort to provide relevant customer service in an ever-changing
environment, the Texas A&M University Libraries is developing a core
culture representing flexibility, innovation and risk-taking.  In
addition, the Libraries recognize the value in creating a culture that
draws from the richness and strength reflected in the diversity of our
state and our nation and has created an actionable Diversity Plan.

The Libraries currently rank 8th in materials expenditures ($23.6
million) and 4th in ongoing expenditures ($16.6 million) among all ARL
libraries. Additionally, the Libraries typically rank near the top 10
for starting librarian salaries among ARL U.S. Public Academic
Libraries. Currently the staffing includes 268 individuals which
includes 90 librarians holding faculty status.

The Community:

Texas A&M is located in Bryan-College Station, a friendly community
where the ubiquitous “howdy” greets friends and newcomers alike. The
community boasts excellent medical facilities, live entertainment and
the arts, fine-to-casual dining, outdoor recreation, a local airport,
and a low cost of living, as well as easy proximity to Austin and
Houston. Additionally, Texas residents enjoy the benefit of having no
state or local income tax.

Salary/Benefits/Rank:

Faculty rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and
experience; minimum starting salary will be $50,500. Excellent
benefits include health plan and paid life insurance; several
retirement plans including TIAA-CREF; paid holidays and vacation; no
state or local income tax. Funding is available for professional
travel and development activities.

Applications:

Applications received by May 19, 2017 will be given first
consideration. The letter of application should address the
responsibilities, qualifications, and experiences listed for the
position. Please submit application letter, vita, and the names,
e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three professional
references. References will not be contacted without contacting the
candidate first and verifying permission. Send nominations and
applications via email to [log in to unmask] or mailed to
Pixey Mosley, Associate Dean for Administrative & Faculty Services,
Texas A&M University Libraries, 5000 TAMU, College Station, TX
77843-5000.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, TAMU Libraries is committed to
employing quality faculty who will enhance the rich diversity of our
academic community. In that regard, we are particularly interested in
receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who
are representative of the state’s diversity.

For more information about the library, see library.tamu.edu, about
the university, www.tamu.edu, and about the communities,
www.visitaggieland.com.

Related Links

Electronic Resources Librarian Position Description


Eric Hartnett
Associate Professor
Director of Electronic Resources
Texas A&M University Libraries
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316Q Library Annex | 5000 TAMU | College Station, TX 77840
Tel. 979.845.0797 | Fax. 979.458.1630
http://library.tamu.edu