Electronic Resources Librarian

Working within a team, the Electronic Resources Librarian is responsible for the acquisition, receipt, maintenance, and renewal of electronic resources for the library. The Electronic Resources Librarian resolves electronic access problems, performs regular cleanup of data, and maintains records related to the library’s e-resources. Reporting to the Senior Electronic Resources Librarian, the Electronic Resources Librarian routinely interacts with cataloging staff, collection development staff, vendors, and publishers. The Electronic Resources Librarian assists with other projects within the Technical Services Division as needed.

Salary: $58,000 minimum, hiring commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position offers a flexible work schedule (minimum of 3 days in the office per week).

Requirements

Master's Degree in Library or Information Science

Skills:

• Communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to maintain good customer relations
• Able to work effectively in a team environment
• Able to work in many library systems such as EZProxy, Open URL link resolvers, and electronic records management systems 

Essential Functions

• Assists with the purchase of specific materials to meet the needs of Rice library users 
• Maintains assigned resources over time 
• Generates reports and conducts analyses 
• Develops an understanding of customer interests and needs
• Maintains aspects of electronic collections 
• Works with technical services staff members to ensure accuracy of the Library’s database 
• Works with collection development librarians to recommend electronic products by contacting suppliers and setting up trials 
• May provide usage statistics 
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Additional Functions

• Works with vendors, IT, cataloging, and public services staff to establish standards for information storage and display
• Prepares and maintains systems manuals and documentation
• Promotes communication and enhanced service through production of instructional materials for public and technical services units
• Establishes and maintains regular communication channels with vendors/publishers
• Identifies and works with vendors to establish services and resolve problems
• Serves as problem resolution resource for orders, claims, database and electronic journal access; may involve direct contact with users in order to understand and resolve problems
• Utilizes local and web-based online systems, manual records, etc., and works closely with IT staff and acquisitions librarians to identify and resolve complex order problems
• Communicates to obtain information needed to resolve complex problems with access to electronic resources as identified by staff within the library
• Plans and implements special projects
• Responsible for managing the library’s electronic products
• Manages the EZProxy configuration files
• Has primary responsibility for updates to our OpenURL link resolver and updates to local listings 

Preferences

• 1 year related experience in managing electronic resources in an academic setting
• Experience with the Alma library platform
• Experience with EZProxy
• Knowledge of metadata/MARC records
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

*Special Instructions to Applicants:* Applications received by August 14, 2023 will receive first consideration. All interested applicants should attach a cover letter, a resume, and the titles, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three references in the Supporting Documents section of the application. We suggest the documents be in a PDF format to avoid formatting issues.

Inquiries: Lisa Spiro, Assistant University Librarian/Search Coordinator at (713) 348-2480 or lspiro@rice.edu.

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