From: Rafal Kasprowski <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Fri, 16 May 2014 11:24:59 -0500

*Electronic Resources Librarian*

Rice University is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Electronic
Resources Librarian.  The successful candidate will work in a team
environment as the primary resource person for all aspects of
electronic  resources maintenance.  The position reports to the Head
of Acquisitions in the Technical Services Department.

Specific areas of responsibility include acquisitions, license review,
access management, receipt, records maintenance, product trials,
management of EZProxy and the OpenURL link resolver (currently SFX)
and working with the discovery layer (currently EDS).  The Electronic
Resources Librarian supervises one FTE and works closely with vendors,
IT staff, collection development librarians, cataloging staff, faculty
and students.

Required Qualifications include:   ALA-accredited  master’s degree in
library or information science (may substitute an advanced degree
(Master’s or PhD) and an additional year of library experience above
and beyond the requirement for the MLS degree); two years of library
experience; excellent communication skills; an understanding of
technical standards; strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
strong commitment to customer service and thorough understanding of
electronic product licensing terms.

Salary & benefits:  $52,000 minimum, with hiring salary commensurate
with experience and qualifications; no state or local income tax; 21
benefit days; 8 study days; a range of retirement options including
TIAA/CREF; health and life insurance and tuition waiver.

Environment:  Rice University provides a stimulating work environment,
with opportunities to participate in the delivery of innovative
library services supported by leading edge technologies.  Fondren
Library (http://www.rice.edu/fondren) is a research library with more
than 2.8 million volumes and more than 141,000 subscriptions,
including titles available through aggregators.  The Library has a
state-of-the-art off-site shelving facility.  An active program of
digital resource delivery and development is grounded in successful
collaboration among library and University staff from Digital
Scholarship Services, other library departments and University
information technology staff. The Technical Services Department is
committed to using both established and emerging methods to provide
access to library materials.

Houston is a vibrant, multicultural city, with world-class visual and
performing arts ranging from the traditional to the avant-garde.  The
fourth largest city in the country, Houston enjoys a moderate cost of
living and easy proximity to the Gulf Coast.  For more information,
see:  http://www.explore.rice.edu/explore/General_Information.asp.

Applications received by June 18, 2014 will receive first
consideration.  Please apply with cover letter, resumé, and the names,
titles, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three
references at: http://jobs.rice.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=54226.
Inquiries:  Melinda Reagor Flannery at (713) 348-3773 or
[log in to unmask]  Rice University is an affirmative-action,
equal-opportunity employer.