"Electronic Resources Librarian"

Electronic Resources Librarian

Company:

North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category:

Libraries

Type:

Full-Time

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Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
NC LIVE is seeking an Electronic Resources Librarian to ensure access for all North Carolinians to NC LIVE's online collection of over 1.8 billion full-text articles, ebooks, streaming videos, digitized newspapers, and more. These resources are a combination of owned, subscribed, and Open Access resources available to all residents of North Carolina. The Electronic Resources Librarian plays a key role in NC LIVE's day-to-day operations by maintaining various points of access to these resources for member libraries and end-users, including through the NC LIVE website, authentication system, discovery system, and vendor interfaces.

This position plays a crucial role in supporting NC LIVE's mission to provide high-quality digital resources statewide. They collaborate with colleagues at 200+ member institutions to integrate NC LIVE's content into their local systems and enhance e-resource discovery and usage across the state. In addition, they maintain close working relationships with vendors, content providers, and other consortia in support of e-resource usability and accessibility. This position reports to the Executive Director and serves as a liaison to one NC LIVE advisory committee.

This position is based in North Carolina. This position is eligible for flexible hours and a hybrid work environment, based on organizational and operational needs.

Responsibilities

The Electronic Resources Librarian's duties and responsibilities include:

• Ensuring access to NC LIVE's electronic resources for member libraries and end users
• Supporting libraries in integrating NC LIVE content into their local systems and in providing access via their remote authentication methods
• Troubleshooting and remedying electronic resource issues to ensure the best possible usability and accessibility
• Managing and maintaining discovery and metadata for consortial e-resources
• Maintaining remote resource access to NC LIVE's resources via NC LIVE's EZproxy instances
• Building and maintaining close working relationships with content providers, vendors, and other consortia and member libraries in support of e-resources discovery and access
• Contributing to the assessment of resources and services by analyzing and reporting on usage trends and collections data
• Maintaining current knowledge of regional and national trends in e-resource management
• Collaborating closely with NC LIVE and member library staff
• Liaising with one NC LIVE advisory committee

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience/Education:

• ALA-accredited MLS, MIS or equivalent advanced degree

Required Qualifications:
Applicants are encouraged to think broadly about and communicate how their skills and experiences transfer to the qualifications below, including in ways that may not be obvious, such as how non-library-specific skills and experiences speak to the position responsibilities. We strongly encourage and welcome applicants with a variety of backgrounds, interests, and experiences to apply for this position, including those new to the profession.

• Knowledge of trends and practices in electronic resource management
• Familiarity with library management systems supporting e-resource and discovery functions, such as integrated library systems (ILS), knowledge bases, electronic resource management systems (ERMS), issue tracking systems, or discovery interfaces
• Experience designing and managing projects, including bringing them to a successful conclusion
• Ability to work independently, creatively, and collaboratively in a team environment, including the ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships
• Capacity to thrive in an agile, highly collaborative environment and to respond effectively to changing needs and priorities
• Ability to foster an environment of belonging and well-being
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and knowledgeably

Preferred Qualifications:
It is not required that candidates meet any of the preferred qualifications to be considered for this position. The following skills represent some of the areas in which this position could potentially grow and focus, based on the incumbent's background and interests.

• Relevant experience managing e-resources and vendor relationships
• Sufficient knowledge of descriptive metadata (e.g., MARC records, KBART holdings files) to identify problematic collections
• Experience configuring discovery services and knowledge bases
• Familiarity with proxy services

Required License or Certification:
N/A

AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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