Electronic Resources Librarian, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO
Posted April 12, 2021
Description:
Work type: Non-Tenure Track Faculty Full Time
Location: Golden
Categories: Academic Affairs, Library/Museum, Faculty (Academic/Research/Teaching)
| POSITION TITLE: | Electronic Resources Librarian |
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| PAY RANGE: | Mines is offering an academic year salary of $60,000 – $78,000Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees. |
| THE OPPORTUNITY: | The Arthur Lakes Library of the Colorado School of Mines invites applications for the position of Electronic Resources Librarian. We are seeking creative, collaborative, passionate, and innovative candidates to provide leadership in the area of electronic resources. Working in a highly collaborative, small-team environment, the candidate’s leadership responsibilities will intersect with many of the Library’s key strategic initiatives. Come join our team at the heart of a world-class STEM research institution!The Electronic Resources Librarian oversees the lifecycle of the Library’s electronic resources, including acquisition, licensing, access, administration, maintenance, and support. This position is part of the Collection Management Services section, working in coordination with the Head of Collection Management Services and reporting directly to the University Librarian. As an academic faculty position, additional responsibilities include engagement in scholarship, involvement in professional development activities, and service to the institution and the library profession. |
| RESPONSIBILITIES: | The Electronic Resources Librarian supports and advances the mission of the Library and the Colorado School of Mines through a variety of methods, such as:Coordinating the management of the Library’s owned, licensed, and subscribed electronic content. Including evaluation, licensing, purchasing, ordering, access provision, maintenance, link resolution, discovery, renewal, and troubleshooting.Developing and managing electronic resources workflows and maintenance in the Library Management System (Alma).Reviewing and negotiating contracts and licenses for electronic resources in coordination with internal and external constituents Loading and coordinating the maintenance of bibliographic records for electronic resources.Monitoring and troubleshooting service tickets for electronic resources. Providing support to Library staff and end-users as appropriate.Collaborating closely with Library staff to identify and select electronic resources.Fostering a collaborative, inter-departmental approach to problem-solving and decision making.Working closely with vendors to address access issues, configure usage statistics, and stay current on new technologies, services, and publishing models.Staying informed of emerging issues, standards, and technologies in the management of licensed electronic resources and the Library’s management and discovery systems.Developing knowledge of the Library’s existing electronic collections.Working collaboratively with the Head of Collection Management Services to develop metrics to facilitate evidence-based decision making.Maintaining usage statistics and producing reports for electronic resources.Documenting electronic collection analysis processes.Providing recommendations to the Head of Collections Management Services on the continued relevance of the Library’s electronic collections.The successful candidate will also participate as an active member of the library faculty, serving on Library and University committees. As a non-tenure-track academic library faculty member with the opportunity for promotion in rank, they will engage in scholarly research that advances library and information science and interact with the professional community on a regional, state, national and/or international level, both formally and informally. |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: | Education and Experience:Master’s degree in library science from an American Library Association accredited school, or equivalent Direct experience managing electronic resources in a library environment.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Working knowledge of library management systems and electronic resource management systems.Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies independently and to adapt quickly to changing technology environments.Ability to use analytical skills to solve complex problems.Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a complex environment. Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. |
| PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: | Education and Experience:Experience with vendor relations, negotiations, and site-licensing for electronic resources.Experience working with a next-generation library management system and discovery layer (e.g., Alma/Primo). Familiarity with library-specific technologies and software such as Springshare, III Prospector, MARCEdit, OCLC Connexion, and ILLiad.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Demonstrated knowledge of current standards, best practices, and emerging trends in electronic resources and technical services.Thorough understanding of legal and institutional licensing requirements, including fair publisher pricing models.Wide-ranging knowledge of metadata formats, standards, and schemas (such as MARC, XML, Dublin Core, RDA, LCSH, EDI) and protocols (such as OpenURL, NCIP, OAI-PMH, FRBR, SUSHI, COUNTER, Z39.50).Demonstrated analytical, technical, and troubleshooting skills for complex applications.Ability to work effectively and collegially with faculty, staff, and students.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. |
| ABOUT MINES & GOLDEN, CO: | Mines is consistently ranked among the top engineering colleges in the United States and ranks number one as the best public school in the state for best value colleges. Mines is located in the heart of Golden, Colorado, a western suburb of Denver. The campus location offers a small-town ambiance with close proximity to all that the Denver metropolitan area has to offer with an abundance of cultural events, museums, theaters and sporting venues. An arid climate and an average 300 days of sunshine per year make the area an ideal place to live, work and play. We seek individuals who value a diverse and inclusive community – offering different perspectives, experiences, and cultures that enrich the educational and work experience. To learn more about the Library, visit: https://library.mines.edu/. |
| EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: | Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce.Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety. |
| TOTAL REWARDS: | Mines is proud to provide exceptional benefits that include pay, health & wellness and work/life balance offerings. Our portfolio of benefits includes medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans. Additionally, Mines employees are eligible for tuition benefits (for employees and dependents), generous paid holidays and leaves and discount programs. Additionally, Mines’ leadership and innovation brings proximity and access to several research centers, consortia, agencies, labs and bleeding edge technology. For more information, visit Mines benefits. |
How to Apply:
Apply online at https://jobs.mines.edu/cw/en-us/job/494774/electronic-resources-librarian
Applicants will be asked to complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, references, veterans status) and upload the below materials. References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made.
Interested applicants should apply online as soon as possible. The search committee will start reviewing applications on May 10, 2021 and applications will continue to be considered until the position is filled.
The application must include:
- A curriculum vitae,
- A statement of contributions to diversity and inclusion (1 pg), and
- A cover letter expressing interest in the position with names and contact information for at least 3 references.
Candidates should submit a one-page personal statement on their Contributions to Diversity, Inclusion, and Access (DI&A). Mines is committed to cultivating an inclusive campus culture and is actively undertaking a strategic plan to advance Diversity, Inclusion and Access (for more information visit https://www.mines.edu/about/diversity-and-inclusion/). The statement should describe your past experience and proposed activities to advance diversity, inclusion and access at Mines.