Electronic Resources Librarian

Caldwell University invites applications for a full-time Librarian, Electronic Resources. Reporting to the Director of the Library, the Librarian, Electronic Resources has primary responsibility for electronic resources, collections and discovery. This professional librarian also participates in reference and instructional services and functions as a departmental liaison to faculty and students. Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Electronic Resources and Serials Management

• Responsible for cataloging and maintaining electronic resources management.

• Provides technical support and troubleshooting for acquisition, management and delivery of e-resources; integration with library discovery systems; collaboration with campus network and website personnel; and vendor relations.

• Helps shape policy, goals, and procedures for electronic resources.

• Develops assessment strategies and conducts ongoing assessment based on usage, usability, overlap, and value to inform management decisions and improve library services.

• Explores emerging technology trends, makes recommendations for adoption of appropriate technologies, manages technology at the library and promotes technological literacy.

• Develops and collaborates on electronic resource access and integration projects with consortium and campus technical colleagues.

• Supervises student workers in projects related to usability and user experience.

Reference and Instruction

• Provides point of need instruction to students, faculty, and staff and teaches classes, as needed, in conjunction with a team of librarians.

• Provides in-person and virtual reference services, including in-depth research employing a combination of print and electronic resources to consult/aid/assist students, faculty, and staff.

• Serves as liaison to academic departments as assigned.

Collection Development

• Develops collections in library liaison departments supporting the range of disciplines and course delivery methods.

• Creates and updates library publications, including LibGuides, which foster the development of information literacy skills and competencies.

• Works to expand emerging technologies to faculty and students and increase the incorporation of 3D printing and VR into the curriculum.

Covers one evening shift per week and Saturday on weekend staff rotation.

Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from an ALA accredited institution. Knowledge of Integrated Library Systems, Learning Management Systems, Content Management Systems, FTP, HTML, and electronic resource platforms plus high-level skills using Microsoft Excel, Access or other database management software is required. Computer knowledge necessary to perform technical support related tasks is also required. One to three years of academic library experience with knowledge of a variety of existing and emerging electronic resources is strongly preferred. Experience providing instruction and reference assistance in an academic library is also preferred. The successful candidate will be a dynamic, forward-thinking professional dedicated to proactive, user-centered service with the ability to innovate and thrive amidst rapid organizational and technological change. This person will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively with minimal direction both independently and on teams. With the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

To apply:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=7137837f-5f45-46c7-bb9e-ceb9eafaea50&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=559601&source=CC2&lang=en_US

Caldwell University is committed to recruiting and retaining faculty, staff and students who will further the traditions, goals and core values of the University in support of our Catholic Dominican mission, vision, and strategic plan. Caldwell seeks employees who are committed to contributing to an energetic welcoming atmosphere.

Caldwell University is a private, Catholic coed four-year university with a strong liberal arts core curriculum that enhances critical thinking and analytical reasoning. Caldwell offers 36 undergraduate and 31 graduate programs, including doctoral, master’s, certificate, and certification programs, as well as online and distance learning options that prepare students for today’s global marketplace. The university has 15 NCAA Division II athletic teams and numerous clubs, fraternities, sororities, and activities on a beautiful 70-acre campus located in the suburbs of Caldwell, New Jersey. Caldwell was founded by the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Caldwell. Its core values of respect, integrity, community, and excellence influence academic and campus life. For more information about Caldwell University, visit caldwell.edu.

Caldwell University offers a comprehensive benefit program to all full-time employees that includes:

• Health Coverage: Medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision plan

• Life Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance

• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance

• Retirement Savings: 403(b) defined contribution retirement annuity plan and a supplemental retirement annuity plan

• Generous Paid Time Off: Personal days, vacation days, and sick leave. Paid holidays and summer Fridays off.

• Tuition Remission: An attractive tuition remission policy for employees and their dependents

• Tuition Exchange Scholarship Opportunities through CIC and the Tuition Exchange for up to full tuition at hundreds of participating colleges and universities.

• Additional Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending plan and more

For details, go to https://www.caldwell.edu/hr/employee-benefits/

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