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Coordinator of Continuing Resources

Posted by: Charles Skewis

Posted date: 2009-Nov-06

Location: Henderson Library/ Georgia Southen University

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
Job Title Coordinator of Continuing Resources
Start Date July 1, 2010
Library/Institution Name Henderson Library/ Georgia Southen University
Salary $40,000
Certification Required? No
City Statesboro
State GA
Job Type Job Type -> Full-time
Type of Library Job Classification -> Academic
Qualifications 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
Application Instructions 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
Web Link http://library.georgiasouthern.edu/employ.html
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