Electronic and Continuing Resources Librarian, Wesleyan University, (Middletown, CT)

Posted September 10, 2024

Summary: Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Discovery and Access, the Electronic and Continuing Resources Librarian is responsible for managing the acquisition, renewal, and configuration of electronic resources, and ensuring reliable and seamless access for campus users. The person in this position works closely with colleagues in the acquisitions and cataloging units to carry out resource evaluation, acquisition, renewal, and ongoing management while collaborating with colleagues from across the library to address resource-related issues.

Position Responsibilities 

• Provide leadership and expertise in the development of workflows and policies related to the electronic resource lifecycle, including electronic resource management practices in the integrated library system, facilitating discovery of electronic resources, and coordinating resource licensing 
• Manage workflows and communication-related to the configuration and activation of new and renewing electronic resources, manage trials, notify vendors of annual renewals and cancellations, configure authentication via the OpenAthens proxy system, maintain resource-related information in the integrated library system 
• Troubleshoot issues related to electronic resources, communicate with patrons about their status, and provide training and coordination for other staff in performing this work 
• Develop and maintain license standards and workflows to guide the library in maintaining licenses and negotiating with vendors, take part in the reviewing of licenses for all new and renewing resources, and manage license-related data in the integrated library system 
• Engage with partners in the Boston Library Consortium to coordinate workflows and decision-making related to consortially-managed resources 
• Develop workflows for collecting usage data on both electronic and print continuing resources, and conduct data analysis to support decision-making 
• Coordinate with library colleagues to optimize discovery of electronic resources through the Library’s discovery system and other venues as appropriate, collaborating on policies and practices related to resource discovery  
• Participate in the collaborative review and decision-making related to renewing resources  
• Collaborate in managing the Library’s collections budget, preparing reports and compiling data to support ongoing resource evaluation, and receiving and ensuring payment of invoices 
• Oversee the acquisition, renewal, and management of print continuing resources  
• Supervise the Electronic & Continuing Resources Library Assistant 
• Stay engaged with emerging trends and best practices related to electronic resources management 
• Other duties as assigned     

Minimum Requirements 

• Masters degree and at least three years of progressively responsible experience in electronic resource management or a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and expertise  
• Demonstrated experience in managing electronic resources  
• Demonstrated experience using the electronic resources module of an integrated library system/library services platform 
• Demonstrated ability to track, analyze, and report data 
• Demonstrated time management, task prioritization, and organizational skills  
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills  
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment  
• Demonstrated commitment to work within a diverse environment and interact collegially with individuals of different backgrounds  
• Demonstrated experience in contract negotiations  
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams, including project teams 
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with Ex Libris’ Alma integrated library system and Primo discovery system 
• Experience with OpenAthens and/or EZ Proxy proxy services 
• Familiarity with open access licensing models as they apply to electronic resources 
• Experience with analyzing data using Microsoft Excel, Tableau, or similar tools 
• Experience working with library patrons in an academic environment 
• Experience providing direct supervision of staff 

Position is open until filled. For full consideration please apply by October 16, 2024 when first review of applications will begin.

How to Apply

As part of your application, please upload a cover letter and resume here: https://wesleyan.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/details/Electronic-and-Continuing-Resources-Librarian_R100295

Compensation: $61,300-$72,300Work

Location: On Campus

All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate’s completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.