Electronic & Continuing Resources Librarian

approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department: The UGA Libraries advance the University of Georgia’s mission by providing the best possible access to recorded knowledge, actively contributing to the success of students and faculty through teaching and research services provided in physical and virtual environments, exemplifying the University’s strategic priority to serve the people of Georgia and beyond. A member of the Association of Research Libraries with 75 faculty librarians and archivists, 150 staff and nearly 200 student workers, the UGA Libraries receive more than three million visits per year on average and provide services at nine locations across the Athens campus, among them the Main Library, Miller Learning Center, McBay Science Library, Special Collections Libraries and Music, Art and Education branch libraries. The UGA Libraries offer nationally distinctive special collections related to Georgia’s history, politics, and public policy, and preserves one of the foremost media collections in public broadcasting. The UGA Libraries provide IT support for Georgia Library Learning Online (GALILEO), Georgia’s statewide virtual library initiative, and is home to the UGA Press and Georgia Review literary journal. Please visit libs.uga.edu for more information.

About the City of Athens: Athens is a vibrant college town filled with creative energy. The city is located along the North Oconee River in Clarke County, in northeast Georgia just below the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and only a few hours’ drive from the Atlantic coast. In 1801 it was chosen as the site of Georgia’s first state college and named Athens after the city in Greece. Nicknamed the Classic City, Athens is best known for great music, a happening food scene, and of course the Georgia Bulldogs, winners of the 2021 and 2022 College Football National Championships. In the spring, the city’s Twilight Criterium, one of the country’s largest cycling events, attracts both cyclists and spectators. Athfest, a local music festival held on outdoor stages and in venues around town takes place each summer, and the Hot Corner Festival celebrates the African American business community and culture each June. On autumn Saturdays the town swells as football fans flock to cheer on the University of Georgia Bulldogs. In recent years the town is becoming known around the Southeast for its great breweries like Creature Comforts and Terrapin. Filled with historic architecture and home to the State Botanical Garden of Georgia, Athens is a unique blend of traditional heritage and trend-setting southern culture. In 1990, the city of Athens and Clarke County combined to form a unified government. Home to more than 100,000 residents, the top three employers include the University of Georgia, Piedmont Regional Healthcare System, and the Athens-Clarke County School District. With more than 12,000 enrolled students, the Athens-Clarke County School District is proud to serve a diverse population across 14 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools, as well as an early learning center and community career academy

College/Unit/Department website: libs.uga.edu

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Advertised Salary: Minimum salary begins at $60,000; offers will be commensurate with experience

Anticipated Start Date: 10/01/2026

Job Posting Date: 06/30/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants should attach a 1-2 page letter of interest, a complete CV, and the names, titles, and contact information of three professional references. The University of Georgia Libraries wish to emphasize that preferred qualifications are not required and we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop preferred knowledge, skills and abilities. Applicants are encouraged to communicate the ways in which their work meets required or preferred qualifications in ways that may not be obvious. Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials by August 10, 2026, however, the position will remain open until filled.

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Classification Title: Librarian AC

Faculty Rank: Open Rank

Contract Type: Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications: An ALA-accredited Master’s in Library and Information Science or relevant terminal degree.

Position Summary: Reporting to the Assistant Director of Collections for Electronic Resources and Licensing, the Electronic & Continuing Resources Librarian provides leadership and expertise in the acquisition, licensing, access management, and ongoing evaluation of electronic resources. This position plays a central role in negotiating and managing licenses for databases, electronic journals, e-books, data sets, and emerging digital content that support the University of Georgia’s research, teaching, and public service mission. The Electronic & Continuing Resources Librarian leads a unit of approximately 2 staff hiring, training, and managing performance. Working collaboratively across library units and with campus partners, the role ensures that electronic resources are licensed in ways that balance user access, fiscal responsibility, legal compliance, and strategic priorities such as open access, accessibility, and data-driven decision making. The incumbent contributes to library wide collection strategies, vendor relationships, and assessment initiatives, and serves as a key point of contact for license interpretation and use rights throughout the organization. UGA librarians are non-tenured faculty members. UGA offers an attractive benefits program including a choice of health and retirement plans, dental plan, vision plan, tuition remission, paid relocation, 21 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Additional Requirements: Candidates will be considered at the rank of Librarian I, II, III, or IV. For more information about the requirements for the Librarian ranks, please see the Guidelines for Librarian/Archivist Faculty Rank and Promotion: https://www.libs.uga.edu/sites/default/files/admin/Guidelines.pdf

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification: 2 years of experience in an electronic resources or acquisitions environment.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Understanding of vendor relations and knowledge of negotiations and site-licensing for electronic resources
• Ability to gather and analyze budgetary and statistical data; awareness of acquisitions principles, processes and systems
• Knowledge of current e-resource standards and protocols (KBART, COUNTER, and SERU).
• Familiarity with electronic resource tools such as link resolvers, discovery services, knowledge bases, and electronic resource management systems
• Ability to plan, lead, and evaluate e-resource systems and workflows
• Knowledge of technical challenges related to online and networked delivery of e-resources
• Ability to assess, develop, and implement technology to promote the successful management of the department
• Ability to work independently, exercise individual initiative, and demonstrate flexibility
• Ability to supervise, train, and work collaboratively to nurture and develop a team of staff.
• Knowledge of Ex Libris Alma, or Primo VE
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex problem-solving and decision-making

Duties/Responsibilities: Leads electronic resource management activities, overseeing the licensing, procurement, renewal, and troubleshooting of continuing resource materials in various formats, such as print and electronic journals, databases, microforms, and other resources. Serves as a primary point of contact for access problems for library staff and UGA students, faculty, and staff, and develops proactive processes to identify electronic access issues before they become problems for users. Designs and implements effective workflows incorporating current technologies and standards. Applies knowledge of professional best practices while staying current with trends in electronic resource management, licensing, access models, scholarly publishing, and academic librarianship, adapting strategies as needed. Supports collections budget management by maintaining accurate continuing resources data and ensuring responsible resource stewardship. Assists with fiscal transactions related to the budget and develops expenditure data to inform collection development decisions. Hires, trains, and evaluates ~2 staff, while coordinating workflows and ensuring clarity of responsibilities. Sets performance goals aligned with Library objectives and communicates them effectively. Develops training workshops on continuing resources processes for team members and relevant library staff. Collaborates with vendors, publishers, and consortia partners to negotiate favorable pricing for resources and fosters strong working relationships. Resolves issues related to access, orders, receiving, and payments with vendors. Notifies vendors of renewal and cancellation decisions. Keeps the Academic Engagement, User Services & Resources Sharing teams informed about new resources, cancellations, outages, and other changes, ensuring timely communications with appropriate user communities. Stays professionally engaged by pursuing research and scholarly endeavors to advance knowledge and contribute to the field. Participates in relevant local, national and state-wide professional organizations. Participates in library-wide planning and governance, contributing effectively to a collaborative decision-making environment.

Percentage Of Time: 100