Electronic Resources Librarian, Lasell College, Auburndale, MA
Posted June 20, 2016
View the complete job description and apply online: http://www.lasell.edu/
The Brennan Library at Lasell College, located in Newton, MA, invites applications for the position of Electronic Resources Librarian. The Librarian will report to the Head of Technical Services, and will interact with students, faculty, and staff from various departments across campus both face-to-face and online.
This position involves detail oriented work with the Library’s ILS, link resolver, and vendor platforms. Problem-solving, organization, and effective teamwork are essential. We seek a colleague who is creative, process-oriented, adaptable, and dedicated to helping shape the future of a dynamic college Library.
This is a Full-time position.
Lasell College is a private, coeducational institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs of study, which enrolls approximately 1800 undergraduate and 350 graduate students. Founded in 1851, Lasell is one of the oldest colleges in greater Boston. Lasell College is situated approximately 15 minutes from downtown Boston and 2 minutes from routes 95/128 and the MA Turnpike.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Head of Technical Services, the Librarian will be responsible for the following functions, which include, but are not limited to:
- Support the Lasell community’s use of the Library’s electronic resources;
- Oversee the integration of Library resources with College LMS courseware, in cooperation with the Teaching and Learning Center;
- Ensure that the Library’s licensed e-resources are current and easily accessible across a variety of platforms, to on-campus and remote users;
- Perform primary management and troubleshooting of the Library’s licensed e-resources, including e-books, e-journals, streaming video, and online scholarly databases, with a basic understanding of proxy servers, link resolvers, and networking;
- Work closely with the Head of Technical Services to oversee all aspects of the electronic resources life cycle (acquisition, access, administration, support, and evaluation);
- Collaborate with Library staff, faculty, and vendors on selecting and ordering items in digital format in a fiscally responsible manner;
- Support Brennan Library discovery services by cataloging e-resources and maintaining and improving records in the integrated library system;
- Serve as the Library’s primary liaison to the College Information Technology Dept., and to the Minuteman Library Network and other consortia for technology and networking matters;
- Contribute to and improve the Library website using the College’s CMS, including the incorporation and management of LibGuides;
- Create guides and tutorials on the use of and access to Library electronic resources;
- Collect and analyze statistics and quantitative data pertaining to the usage of Library’s electronic research tools;
- Liaise with designated academic departments and perform collection development duties for assigned programs;
- Prepare and submit reports and statistics;
- Advise and consult with Library and Information Technology staff to develop and deploy innovative, user-centered services and systems;
- Respond to issues surrounding access to and use of electronic resources;
- Work closely with Reference Librarians to support collection development for online formats;
- Maintain relevant training and documentation of processes for Library staff;
- Participate in ongoing assessment and advocacy activities of the Brennan Library;
- This position requires extensive use of a computer, and some lifting of books and boxes;
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
Education
Master’s degree in library and information science or equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution required.
Other Skills/Requirements of the Job
- Demonstrated expertise in using technology-enhanced and digital pedagogies;
- Ability to collaborate with faculty, students, and staff across disciplines and departments;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to translate quantitative data into narratives and visual representations;
- Enthusiasm toward working as a team member, strategizing, and problem-solving;
- Working knowledge of an integrated library system and practical experience with OCLC;
- Knowledge of processes for description, organization and management of electronic records, data, and information;
- Knowledge of library computer applications and language to create websites such as HTML or metadata;
- Knowledge of discovery tools, systems, and resources in a library context;
Lasell College offers a competitive salary and benefits package for eligible employees. This includes but is not limited to outstanding time off benefits, health, dental and vision insurance, a 403b with a matching contribution after one year of service, tuition benefits and more.
Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, resume, and the information of three (3) references using the forms below. Review of resumes will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Lasell College is committed to increasing the diversity of its community and curriculum. Candidates who believe they will contribute to that commitment are encouraged to apply.