Electronic Resources Unit Coordinator -- University of Michigan

["Ayers, Leighann" <layers@umich.edu>]

The University of Michigan, University Library, seeks an 
Electronic Resources Unit Coordinator to assume both a leadership 
and liaison role in working with staff from all areas of the 
Library to enhance access to electronic resources.  The 
Coordinator will provide support for the cataloging, acquisition, 
processing, and maintenance of electronic resources, will 
communicate with staff from throughout the Library on issues 
related to electronic resources, and will participate in 
library-wide efforts to connect users with electronic resources. 
This position will report to the Head of Technical Services.

Further information may be found at
www.lib.umich.edu/hr/employment/eruc.html

RESPONSIBILITIES

Applies creative thinking, experience, technical expertise, and 
knowledge of the information needs of users to the provision of 
access to electronic resources.  Participates in the ongoing 
design and development of library-wide systems, workflows, and 
policies for managing electronic resources.  Develops policies, 
analyzes processes, and facilitates workflow and communication 
among the Technical Services unites responsible for acquiring, 
licensing, cataloging, and maintaining access to electronic 
resources.

Collaborates with the Electronic Resources Officer to coordinate 
the selection and processing of electronic resources.  Works with 
the ERO as well as staff in Public Services, Collection 
Development, and the Scholarly Publishing Office in the creation 
of cross-departmental policies used to manage electronic 
resources.

Participates in the implementation of an Electronic Resource 
Management system. Monitors trends in emerging technologies, 
copyright, and licensing. Keeps current with developments in 
electronic products and services, including the use of open 
source software to manage electronic resources.


QUALIFICATIONS

Required:  ALA accredited Masters Degree in Library or 
Information Science; three to five (3-5) years of experience in a 
large academic library; ability to work collaboratively in a 
complex, culturally diverse organizational setting; excellent 
oral and written communication skills; demonstrated analytical 
skills; knowledge of and/or experience in the management of 
electronic resources; knowledge of electronic services and Web 
environments; knowledge of contemporary practices, issues, and 
trends for managing electronic resources. Desired:  Experience 
working with federated search tools, open URL access, link 
resolvers, Electronic Resource Management systems, e-cataloging 
standards, non-MARC metadata, vendor supplied bibliographic 
records.  Conversant with basic techniques for local digitization 
and management of information resources, including the methods 
for maintaining an institutional repository.

BENEFITS, RANK, and  SALARY

Rank is anticipated at Associate or Sr. Associate Librarian. 
Final rank and salary are dependent on qualifications and 
experience.  (This position, however, may be filled at the 
Assistant, Associate, Senior Associate, or full Librarian level.) 
Professional positions receive 24 days of vacation a year and 15 
days of sick leave a year with provisions for extended benefits 
as well as opportunities for professional development and travel.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Send cover letter and resume to Library Human Resources; 404 
Hatcher Graduate Library North; University of Michigan; Ann 
Arbor, MI 48109-1205 either by US Mail or by email to 
libhumres@umich.edu (Call 734 764-2546 with questions.)

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Review of applications will begin on 6/6/08 and continue until 
the position is filled.

The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory, affirmative 
action employer