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| Date Posted |
01/21/2010 |
| Job Title |
Coordinator of Continuing Resources |
| Organization |
Zach S. Henderson Library |
| Environment |
Academic Library |
| City |
Statesboro |
| State |
GA |
| Hours |
Full-Time |
| Hire Status |
Direct Hire |
| Job Level |
MLS/MLIS Required |
| Job Description |
The Collection and Resource Services Department in the Zach S.
Henderson Library invites nominations and applications for the position
of Coordinator of Continuing Resources. Georgia Southern University
(www.georgiasouthern.edu), a member institution of the University
System of Georgia and a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University, is one of
Georgia’s premier universities. A residential university serving 18,000
students in fall 2009, Georgia Southern is recognized for providing all
of the benefits of a major university with the feeling of a much smaller
college. Founded in 1906, the University offers more than 100
campus-based and online degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s,
and doctoral levels through eight colleges. The nearly 700 acre
park-like campus is located in Statesboro, a classic Main Street
community near historic Savannah and Hilton Head Island.
Within this setting, the Zach S. Henderson Library’s mission is to
support the University by proving access to information, collections,
and services designed to meet the scholarly needs of the University. In
addition, the Library promotes independent lifelong learning, employs a
learner-centered service ethic, and ensures a comfortable and secure
study environment. The Coordinator of Continuing Resources plays a
pivotal role in the library’s mission managing the acquisition, access,
and maintenance for continuing resources of all types including
journals, databases, and electronic books. With the continuing
evolution from print to electronic resources, this position has become
increasingly complex and critical to the mission of the Library due to
the importance of electronic resources in the scholarly support of our
faculty and students. Future trends show that management of the
acquisition and access to electronic resources will only become more
central to the mission of the library.
Position Description. Reports to the Head of Collection and Resource
Services. Manages Continuing Resources Team and collaborates on
procedures related to orders, receipts, and invoices for continuing
resources, print and electronic. Responsible for resolving complex
problems related to orders, renewals, and access of continuing
resources. Maintains and disseminates data on subscriptions, standing
orders, databases, licenses, trials, costs, impact, and usage rights.
Establishes and maintains a system to generate usage reports on
information resources needed for ongoing assessment.
Works with SFX, Verde, and Voyager. Communicates with other units of
the library and individuals regarding electronic access issues. Sets up
trials for electronic resources. Participates in reviewing contracts,
license terms, and product license negotiations. Tracks licenses to
point of activation and administers new and existing licenses.
The position is a 12-month tenure track faculty appointment at the
level of assistant professor. Entry level salary is $40,000 and is
negotiable depending upon qualifications and experience. In accordance
with University System of Georgia requirements for promotion and tenure,
all faculty must achieve the following: superior teaching, demonstrating
excellence in instruction; outstanding service to the institution,
profession, and/or the community; outstanding research, scholarship,
creative activity or academic achievement; professional growth and
development.
Required Qualifications:
ALA-accredited MLS by July 1, 2010
Minimum of one year of experience in electronic resource management,
serials, acquisitions, collection development, or other aspect of
technical services at the professional or paraprofessional level
Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities
Proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing programs
Ability to work in a collegial team-like environment with colleagues in
department and throughout library
Knowledge of major trends in scholarly communication
Knowledge of emerging technologies as well as commitment to using
technology to enhance library services
Interest in and potential for meeting established promotion and tenure
criteria
Preferred Qualifications:
Three or more years of professional experience in library position
Experience in managing library subscriptions for continuing resources
Experience with Verde or other electronic resource management system
(ERM)
Experience with SFX or other link resolver
Experience with Voyager or other integrated library management system
Experience working in a consortial environment
Experience in managing access, licenses, and data analysis for
electronic resources
Supervisory experience in a library setting
Screening of applications begins January 22, 2010, and continues until
the position is filled. The position starting date is July 1, 2010. A
complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications
cited above; an original essay of two or three paragraphs on the
applicant's approach regarding the management and analysis of data on
continuing resources; a curriculum vita; and the names, addresses, and
telephone numbers of at least three professional references, one of
which must be a current or former supervisor. Other documentation may
be requested. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals
who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional
communities. Applications and nominations may be made electronically and
should be sent to:
Charles Skewis, Search Chair, Search #56677
Collection & Resource Services Department
Zach S. Henderson Library
Georgia Southern University
P. O. Box 8074
Statesboro GA 30460-8074
Electronic mail: cskewis@georgiasouthern.edu
Telephone: 912-478-5114 |
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