Job posting - Electronic Resources Coordinator

[Ross Singer]

Electronic Resources Coordinator

The Georgia Tech Library and Information Center invites
applications for
an energetic, flexible, and innovative professional to serve as its
Electronic Resources Coordinator. The Georgia Institute of
Technology,
with nearly 20,000 faculty, students, and staff, is one of the
nation's
outstanding universities and a leading center for research and
technological development, with nationally recognized programs in
science
and engineering. The Library and Information Center
<http://www.library.gatech.edu/>, a member of the Association of
Research
Libraries, is central to the Institute's curricular and research
programs.
The Library, with the full support of Georgia Tech's faculty, is
moving
aggressively to deliver electronically the wealth of information
resources
it makes available to students, faculty, and staff.

Reporting to the Head, Information Procurement Department, the
Electronic
Resources Coordinator position offers an opportunity for an
assertive,
experienced librarian to provide leadership in shaping
acquisitions in an
increasingly digital world. The Coordinator will: execute license
agreements for electronic resources and lead vendor / publisher
contact in
licensing negotiations; assist the Department Head with the library's
agenda in using emerging technologies and new approaches in
acquisitions
work, including SFX and a new e-resource management software
application.
Develop new policies, procedures, and operations to improve the
management
of electronic resources; and demonstrate successful supervisory
experience
with a commitment to staff training. The Coordinator will also
collaborate
closely with the Collection Development Department to facilitate the
identification, selection, and fiscal control of information
resources.

More specifically, the Electronic Resources Coordinator manages and
coordinates the licensing, ordering and renewal of electronic
resources.
Maintains license agreements and related files and assures ready and
current access.  Serves as departmental liaison with other
departments to
ensure public access and record maintenance (Cataloging, Collection
Development, Systems, Information Services, etc.).  Updates and
maintains
linking capabilities among electronic resources, including any link
resolver software (such as SFX).  Maintains library databases for
tracking
and disseminating information regarding electronic resources. 
Maintains
currency in emerging issues in the acquisition of electronic
resources.
Fosters and supports a collaborative, inter-departmental approach to
problem solving and decision making, with emphasis on facilitating
and
providing electronic resources. The Information Procurement
Department is
comprised of one department head, two librarians and 11 support
staff.
Currently, the Electronic Resources area includes the Coordinator
position, a library associate (exempt), and a library assistant III.

Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS or other relevant degree with a
minimum
of three years experience in an academic setting. Demonstrated
experience
in the acquisition of electronic resources and negotiation of
electronic
resource licenses, with experience preferably in an academic
consortium as
well. Experience in the technical procedures of acquiring and
processing
serials, databases, and e-resources. Knowledge of or experience
with newer
library technologies such as link resolving software (Ex Libris
SFX) is
desirable. Experience in supervising, training, and organizing the
work of
other staff, preferably regarding the licensing, acquisitions, and
administrative management of information resources. Demonstrated
experience working with vendors of information resources. Working
experience with an integrated library system, preferably Endeavor
Voyager.
Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as strong
analytical, team-building, and problem-solving skills required.

Salary: Salary is competitive and based on qualifications and
experience.
The minimum salary for this position is $45,000.00

Benefits: Librarians and archivists are members of the General
Faculty and
are non-tenured.  Georgia Tech offers a comprehensive benefits
package
which includes 21 days vacation, 11 paid holidays, 12 days sick
leave,
health/dental insurance options, optional pre-tax benefits,
support for
research and professional activities, and retirement options
including
TIAA/CREF.  Relocation Allowance supported by the Price Gilbert, Jr.
Charitable Fund.  Visit the Georgia Tech home page at
www.ohr.gatech.edu/benefits/facben.html to view the benefits package.

Contact Information: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt
and will
be accepted until the position is filled.  Employment is
contingent on
proof of the legal right to work in the United States. Send letter of
application, resume, and names, addresses, phone numbers and e-mail
addresses of 5 references to:

Ms. Sharon West
Personnel Administrator
Georgia Tech Library & Information Center
704 Cherry Street, NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30332-0900
Sharon.West at library.gatech.edu

Questions about the position? Contact:

Tyler Walters
Associate Director, Digital and Technical Services
Georgia Tech Library and Information Center
704 Cherry Street, NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30332-0900
Tyler.Walters at library.gatech.edu
404-385-4489


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