Business Title
Electronic Resources Access Librarian
Applications Accepted From
University Wide, Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents. A complete application contains a CV or resume, cover letter addressing your interest and qualifications for all the position requirements and any of the position preferences, and a list of three professional references including email, phone contact information, and the nature of the relationship.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by close date.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number: 2016545T
Department Summary
The Ohio University Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of Electronic Resource Access Librarian in the Acquisitions & Content Services department.
The Electronic Resources Access Librarian will support Ohio University teaching, learning, and research activities by effectively managing the lifecycle of the Libraries' electronic resources collections, which include subscription databases, online journals, eBooks, streaming media and open access content. Managing the e-resources lifecycle includes leading the investigation, acquisition, activation, evaluation, and maintenance of those collections. The position maintains seamless access for OU community members using the library's Primo discovery service, AtoZ database listing, and various partner search platforms. The E-Resources Access Librarian also coordinates the integration and management of access services such as LibKey, EZproxy, and the Alma resource knowledge base. The position will lead e-resource management projects and access troubleshooting processes within the Libraries' Acquisitions department.
Specifically, the Electronic Resources Access Librarian will:
Electronic Resources Access Librarian
Applications Accepted From
University Wide, Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents. A complete application contains a CV or resume, cover letter addressing your interest and qualifications for all the position requirements and any of the position preferences, and a list of three professional references including email, phone contact information, and the nature of the relationship.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by close date.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number: 2016545T
Department Summary
The Ohio University Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of Electronic Resource Access Librarian in the Acquisitions & Content Services department.
The Electronic Resources Access Librarian will support Ohio University teaching, learning, and research activities by effectively managing the lifecycle of the Libraries' electronic resources collections, which include subscription databases, online journals, eBooks, streaming media and open access content. Managing the e-resources lifecycle includes leading the investigation, acquisition, activation, evaluation, and maintenance of those collections. The position maintains seamless access for OU community members using the library's Primo discovery service, AtoZ database listing, and various partner search platforms. The E-Resources Access Librarian also coordinates the integration and management of access services such as LibKey, EZproxy, and the Alma resource knowledge base. The position will lead e-resource management projects and access troubleshooting processes within the Libraries' Acquisitions department.
Specifically, the Electronic Resources Access Librarian will:
Manage the lifecycle of electronic resources: Investigate and identify purchase options on behalf of selectors. Organize, participate in and oversee the acquisition process for new electronic resources, including placing new orders and activation. Participate in negotiating license agreements with vendors that meet university requirements, improve equity of access for users, and comply with state law. Maintain records of license agreement terms. Organize, participate in and oversee processes for…