Electronic Resources Librarian

Electronic Resources Librarian

Florida International University

Job Opening ID : 522945

Florida International University Libraries seeks an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and innovative individual to serve as the Electronic Resources Librarian. This position provides leadership and expertise in electronic resources acquisitions and management and assists the Associate Dean for Technical Services with all aspects of the life cycle of e-resources, including purchasing licensing, access, maintenance, and assessment of all electronic materials.

This is a non-tenure track position reporting to the Associate Dean for Technical Services. The position also works collaboratively with the Collection Development Librarian, Acquisitions and Cataloging teams, subject selectors, University Procurement, and external vendors, publishers, and consortia. The librarian will participate in professional and scholarly activity as well as serve on library and university faculty committees.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Manages and negotiates license agreements and contract renewals with both internal and external constituents.
• Manages library collection contracts as a contract manager by utilizing the University software - Total Contract Manager (TCM).
• Manages electronic journal subscriptions and renewals.
• Leads the Serials Team to develop and maintain serials acquisitions and management workflows in Ex Libris Alma to provide effective user-centered e-collection services.
• Supervises the Serials Team, a group of 4-5 staff and 1 librarian.
• Provides training and guidance to the team to ensure the team stays abreast of current trends and best practices.
• Develops and maintains policies, procedures, and documentation for serials management.
• Works closely with library consortia to manage shared electronic collections and print serials.
• Participates in departmental and Library projects and initiatives as needed.

Scholarship, Service, & Professional Development

Required Qualifications :

Desired Qualifications :

Rank / Salary :

Non-tenured faculty status; rank and salary are competitive based on qualifications and experience.

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