Seattle University
Electronic Resources and Discovery Librarian
Seattle University, PA, United States
Electronic Resources and Discovery Librarian
Position Description
Seattle University's Lemieux Library and McGoldrick Learning Commons seeks a creative and collaborative Electronic Resources and Discovery Librarian to manage and support the entire lifecycle of electronic resources (databases, ejournals, ebooks, streaming media) including acquisition, licensing review, troubleshooting and assessment.
As a member of Resource Acquisition & Management (RAM) this position will work in collaboration with RAM staff, Library Faculty, and various library departments to deliver innovative solutions for management and expansion of the library's investment of electronic resources and to maximize accessibility and discovery of content to student, faculty, and staff. As a member of the Library Faculty, you will participate in the Liaison Program to provide collection and service support for academic programs; contribute to library-wide initiatives by serving on library, campus, and consortia committees; participate in strategic planning initiatives; and cooperate closely with other library units.
This 12-month term faculty position, at the rank of Assistant or Associate Librarian, is available November 1, 2024 and will report to the Director, Resource Acquisition and Management. Rank will be determined by the level of experience of the successful candidate. The Lemieux Library is especially interested in promoting an environment of inclusive excellence throughout the institution and welcomes applications from candidates committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
Core Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
Communication andCollaboration:
Supervision:
SecondaryResponsibilities:
Qualifications
Minimum DegreeRequired:
Minimumqualifications:
DesirableQualifications:
Seattle University's Lemieux Library andMcGoldrick Learning Commons is committed to recruiting and retaining a diversefaculty in affirmation of our institutional values and the library's Equity,Diversity, and Inclusion Action Plan.
Seattle University, founded in 1891, is a Jesuit Catholic university located on 50 acres in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. More than 7,400 students are enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within nine schools and colleges. U.S. News and World Report's "Best Colleges 2017" ranks Seattle University 8th in the West among universities that offer a full range of masters and undergraduate programs. Seattle University is an equal opportunity employer.
In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty and staff that is dedicated to the fundamental principles of equal opportunity and treatment in education and employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The university encourages applications from, and nominations of, individuals whose differing backgrounds, beliefs, ideas and life experiences will further enrich the diversity of its educational community.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit applications online at https://www.seattleu.edu/human-resources/careers/, including a cover letter that clearly addresses the position responsibilities and qualifications listed above, and how your experience and vision would enhance this position and our organization, a CV, and the names and contact information of three references (letters may be solicited upon submission of application). In your cover letter explain how you understand, embody, and would contribute to each of the following at Seattle University. Please dedicate one paragraph to each prompt: •Our 5-year Strategic Plan, Reigniting Our Strategic Directions; •Our Mission as a Jesuit and Catholic University; •Our commitment to DEI and Inclusive Academic Excellence; •Library Faculty's professional support of educational, research, and service to Seattle University's faculty and students Application review begins as early as September 25, 2024 (at the earliest). Open until filled. Preliminary interviews will be conducted online, and the campus interview will be in person.Questions regarding the position may be directed to Jan Hartley, Chair of the Search Committee, at hartleyj@seattleu.edu.
Compensationat a Glance:
Overall Pay Range: $75,000- $95,000 base salary depending on rank and experience at hire. SeattleUniversity has provided a compensation range that represents its good faithestimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time ofposting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined basedon factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmentalbudget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and availablemarket information, and not based on a candidate's gender or any otherprotected status.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. SeattleUniversity provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributionsthat add to your total compensation package.
Benefitsat a Glance
Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a widerange of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from threedifferent medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect yourincome with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for yourfuture with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits,comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additionaldollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%.You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee anddependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with freeaccess to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events.Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure inDecember, and paid sick leave. For more information explore the Benefitswebsite at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hdu/hr/benefits/
Position Description
Seattle University's Lemieux Library and McGoldrick Learning Commons seeks a creative and collaborative Electronic Resources and Discovery Librarian to manage and support the entire lifecycle of electronic resources (databases, ejournals, ebooks, streaming media) including acquisition, licensing review, troubleshooting and assessment.
As a member of Resource Acquisition & Management (RAM) this position will work in collaboration with RAM staff, Library Faculty, and various library departments to deliver innovative solutions for management and expansion of the library's investment of electronic resources and to maximize accessibility and discovery of content to student, faculty, and staff. As a member of the Library Faculty, you will participate in the Liaison Program to provide collection and service support for academic programs; contribute to library-wide initiatives by serving on library, campus, and consortia committees; participate in strategic planning initiatives; and cooperate closely with other library units.
This 12-month term faculty position, at the rank of Assistant or Associate Librarian, is available November 1, 2024 and will report to the Director, Resource Acquisition and Management. Rank will be determined by the level of experience of the successful candidate. The Lemieux Library is especially interested in promoting an environment of inclusive excellence throughout the institution and welcomes applications from candidates committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
Core Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
- Provide leadershipand expertise in the collaborative development of workflows and policiesrelated to the electronic resource lifecycle, including electronic resourcemanagement practices in the integrated library system to facilitate access anddiscovery
- Manage workflows andcommunication related to the budgeting, purchasing, invoicing, configurationand activation of new and renewing electronic resources including trials.
- Engage with staff andlibrary partners in the Orbis Cascade Alliance to coordinate renewals,workflows, and decision-making related to consortium managed resources.
- Work in partnership with RAM Director, OrbisCascade Alliance, and Seattle University Legal Counsel in reviewing andnegotiating license agreements for all new and renewing resources, storinglicense-related data in the Alma license module.
- Administer theactivation, discovery, and maintenance of resources within Alma CentralKnowledge Base (CKB) or Alma institutional zone collections.
- Managesadministrative access to various vendor platforms; assists with updating authenticationvia the EZproxy system; maintains resource-related information in theintegrated library system
- Direct the acquisition, renewal, and maintenanceof remaining print continuation resources
Communication andCollaboration:
- Collaborate with library colleagues to optimizediscovery of electronic resources through the Library's Primo discovery system,Springshare's A to Z list, and other venues as appropriate; address and resolvelocal and Alliance policies and practices related to resource discovery
- Troubleshootelectronic resource access and holdings issues. Works cooperatively with other library departments to resolve issues andcommunicates access status to users and library staff.
- Develops andmaintains workflows for collecting usage data on both electronic and printcontinuing resources; provide usage data for and participate in evidence-basedcollection assessment processes to analyze, evaluate, and adjust libraryresources to align with the teaching, learning, and research mission of theuniversity
Supervision:
- Supervise, mentor,and train 1 FTE Library Technician (Serials). Conducts annual performance review.
SecondaryResponsibilities:
- Provides collection and service to support academic programs in anevolving Liaison Program.
- Serve on library,university, and Orbis Cascade Alliance committees and working groups.
- Maintain strongknowledge of current and emerging trends in electronic resources lifecyclemanagement and technological updates pertinent to work, which may includeattending webinars, trainings, and other professional developmentopportunities.
- Pursue professionalgrowth (scholarly activity and creative work) and service opportunities, inaccordance with the Seattle University Faculty Handbook and the Library'spromotion standards, guidelines, and policies.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum DegreeRequired:
- Master's degree in library and/or information science from an ALAaccredited program
Minimumqualifications:
- A minimum of threeyears of demonstrated professional experience managing electronic resources inan integrated library system.
- Knowledge of currentissues and trends in acquisition/licensing, access, and delivery of physicaland electronic resources in an academic library.
- Experience reading, managing, and/or negotiatinginformation license and contract agreements
- Excellent communication skills
- Strongproblem-solving skills and the ability to perform complex, detail-orientedwork, and an aptitude for applying creative solutions.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, andantiracism.
- Willingness to accept and support the mission ofSeattle University and its commitment to the vision and values of Jesuit andCatholic higher education.
DesirableQualifications:
- 5 years+ with a combination of professional orrelevant work experience in an academic library
- Experience with ExLibris' Alma and Primo VE including Alma Analytics; EZProxy and SpringshareLibGuides
- Experience withstandards and services such as SUSHI, COUNTER, and data analysis toolssuch as Excel and PowerBI
- Experience insupervising and managing professional staff including training, mentoring, andassessment.
Seattle University's Lemieux Library andMcGoldrick Learning Commons is committed to recruiting and retaining a diversefaculty in affirmation of our institutional values and the library's Equity,Diversity, and Inclusion Action Plan.
Seattle University, founded in 1891, is a Jesuit Catholic university located on 50 acres in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. More than 7,400 students are enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within nine schools and colleges. U.S. News and World Report's "Best Colleges 2017" ranks Seattle University 8th in the West among universities that offer a full range of masters and undergraduate programs. Seattle University is an equal opportunity employer.
In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty and staff that is dedicated to the fundamental principles of equal opportunity and treatment in education and employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The university encourages applications from, and nominations of, individuals whose differing backgrounds, beliefs, ideas and life experiences will further enrich the diversity of its educational community.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit applications online at https://www.seattleu.edu/human-resources/careers/, including a cover letter that clearly addresses the position responsibilities and qualifications listed above, and how your experience and vision would enhance this position and our organization, a CV, and the names and contact information of three references (letters may be solicited upon submission of application). In your cover letter explain how you understand, embody, and would contribute to each of the following at Seattle University. Please dedicate one paragraph to each prompt: •Our 5-year Strategic Plan, Reigniting Our Strategic Directions; •Our Mission as a Jesuit and Catholic University; •Our commitment to DEI and Inclusive Academic Excellence; •Library Faculty's professional support of educational, research, and service to Seattle University's faculty and students Application review begins as early as September 25, 2024 (at the earliest). Open until filled. Preliminary interviews will be conducted online, and the campus interview will be in person.Questions regarding the position may be directed to Jan Hartley, Chair of the Search Committee, at hartleyj@seattleu.edu.
Compensationat a Glance:
Overall Pay Range: $75,000- $95,000 base salary depending on rank and experience at hire. SeattleUniversity has provided a compensation range that represents its good faithestimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time ofposting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined basedon factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmentalbudget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and availablemarket information, and not based on a candidate's gender or any otherprotected status.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. SeattleUniversity provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributionsthat add to your total compensation package.
Benefitsat a Glance
Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a widerange of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from threedifferent medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect yourincome with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for yourfuture with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits,comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additionaldollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%.You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee anddependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with freeaccess to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events.Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure inDecember, and paid sick leave. For more information explore the Benefitswebsite at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hdu/hr/benefits/