Search Extended – A.T. Still University - Electronic
Resources Librarian
Established in 1892 by A.T. Still,
DO, the founder of osteopathy, A.T. Still University (ATSU) began as the
nation’s first college of osteopathic medicine and has evolved into a leading
university of health sciences comprising 2 colleges and 4 schools on 2 campuses
and online. Today, ATSU offers master’s degrees across allied health
disciplines and doctorates in osteopathic medicine, dental medicine, athletic
training, audiology, health administration, health education, health sciences,
occupational therapy, and physical therapy.
ATSU’s Arizona campus is located in
Mesa, the state’s third largest city. This progressive city, adjacent to
Phoenix, is a dynamic urban setting with a first-class business environment.
Coordinate with internal and
external partners to ensure continued access to subscribed electronic
resources. Electronic resource access, including access to databases, journals,
streaming video, and e-books, primarily through our discovery tool (EBSCO EDS),
A-Z Journals list, link resolver, Open Athens authentication system, and a
potential institutional repository.
- Responsibility for the lifecycle of the library’s
e-resources: implementation, testing, troubleshooting, and customizing for
the best user experience.
- Maintain and improve the design of Still OneSearch
(EBSCO EDS), the anchor discovery tool of our discovery system.
- Lead support efforts and troubleshooting for any
technical electronic access issues that arise in conjunction with library
team.
- Support electronic resource orders and renewals for
library acquisition using vendor systems, e-commerce sites and
bibliographic databases, verify accuracy of data, and monitor requests for
duplicates.
- Oversee the tracking, management, and provision of electronic
resource usage statistics. Manage conversion from COUNTER 4 to COUNTER 5
formats.
- Communicate with team members and other library
personnel about electronic access issues.
- Manage projects related to this position.
- Build strong relationships with library staff and
vendors.
- Lead library’s LibTech committee.
- Serve as secretary for the university’s ASIT committee.
- Performs additional duties and assists with special
projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- An American Library Association–accredited master’s degree
in library or information science, computer science, or a related field.
- Knowledge of discovery tools (preferably EDS),
authentication tools (preferably OpenAthens), COUNTER and SUSHI, health
sciences databases and admin functionality in said databases.
- Experience managing electronic resources and/or
troubleshooting resource access.
- Detailed understanding of current models, practices,
and tools used by academic libraries for the acquisition and management of
e-resources.
- Demonstrated aptitude and experience with relevant
information technology, such as library discovery tools (e.g., EBSCO EDS),
open-URL resolvers, and Microsoft Office including proficiency with Excel.
- Good problem-solving, communication, and analytical
skills.
- Knowledge of resource description principles and
standards, especially MARC.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Experience with resource management utilities (e.g.,
OCLC), and automated library software.
- Knowledge of programming languages such as HTML and
Javascript.
- Successful experience managing complex projects.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2–3 years of experience managing scholarly electronic
resources lifecycle activities.
- Experience maintaining databases and information
management systems in academic library settings.
- Demonstrated ability to manage a portfolio of scholarly
electronic resources in complex publishing.
- Knowledge of current issues and trends in managing
scholarly resources and e-resource management tools.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional
development.
- Knowledge of one or more programming languages.
Application Instructions
Please go to the following link to
apply: https://jobs.atsu.edu/atsu-electronic-resources-librarian/job/11435082
University Library Director
Electronic Resources Librarian | ASDOH Liaison Librarian
A.T. Still Memorial Library - A.T. Still U. of the Health Sciences
5850 E. Still Circle
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 219-6036
http://www.atsu.edu/atsmlib
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A.T. Still University of Health Sciences serves as
a learning-centered university dedicated to preparing highly competent
professionals through innovative academic programs with a commitment to
continue its osteopathic heritage and focus on whole person healthcare,
scholarship, community health, interprofessional education, diversity,
and underserved populations.