Job Announcement: Electronic Resources Librarian

["Birkman, John" <Birkman@uhcl.edu>]

ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN
Alfred R. Neumann Library

University of Houston-Clear Lake seeks an Electronic Resources 
Librarian to oversee electronic information resources for the 
Alfred R. Neumann Library.

Minimum Requirements:  Master's degree of Library Science (MLS) 
from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program to 
be completed no later than December 2008. Coursework related to 
electronic resources management, technical services, or 
cataloging. Strong, effective oral and written communication 
skills. Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and 
problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to work in a 
collaborative, service-oriented, rapidly changing environment. 
Ability to form and maintain effective working relationships. 
Knowledge of electronic resources, including issues relating to 
their sources, acquisitions, organization, and use. Experience 
with database, spreadsheets and internet searching. Knowledge of 
standard practices in the evaluation, selection, licensing and 
acquisition of electronic information resources. Security 
sensitive - must pass criminal history check before an offer will 
be made.

Special Considerations: Experience with an integrated library 
system in an academic library. Experience with an ERM system.

Responsibilities: The Electronic Resources (ER) Librarian 
coordinates the acquisition, access, administration, support, and 
evaluation/monitoring of electronic information resources under 
the supervision of the Associate Director (AD) for Library 
Technical Services. This position works collaboratively with 
library staff to develop, catalog, and maintain the electronic 
resources collection for Neumann Library. Works with vendors to 
set up trials and training sessions, resolve pricing and 
licensing issues, as well as access and content issues. Works 
closely with the AD for Public Services, the AD for Library 
Digital Services, and the Systems Coordinator in the performance 
of the electronic resources management duties. Stays abreast of 
current trends and new technologies for managing electronic 
resources and advocates for their adoption when appropriate. 
Other related duties as assigned.

Full-time position with benefits. $3,081.80 - $3,728.98 per month 
commensurate with qualifications. Applications accepted only 
online at https://jobs.uhcl.edu. To apply, please complete an 
online application and attach a cover letter, resume, and the 
names and contact information for three professional references. 
AA/EOE.

Posted by:
John P. Birkman
Associate Director for Technical Services
Alfred R. Neumann Library
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd.
Houston, Texas  77058-1098
(281)283-3938  Fax:(281)283-3937
birkman@uhcl.edu
http://www.uhcl.edu/library