eResources Librarian - #002830

Western Carolina University; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking an eResources Librarian to manage and enhance access to electronic resources. This role is pivotal in ensuring users have seamless access to databases, eJournals, and eBooks, while also advocating for digital accessibility. The successful candidate will supervise staff, manage eResource knowledge bases, and collaborate with various stakeholders to improve user experience. Join a vibrant academic community that values professional development and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition waivers and wellness programs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the library's digital landscape.

Benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health insurance

Tuition waivers

Paid parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Paid community service leave

Group exercise classes

Discounted recreation center membership

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Experience with electronic resources management and troubleshooting access issues.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the library's electronic resources for seamless access.
• Collaborate with public services librarians to enhance user experience.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

ALA-accredited master's degree in library or information science

Advanced degree in a related field

Tools

Link resolver software

Electronic resources management software

Discovery services

Bibliographic utilities

Job description

eResources Librarian - #002830

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

Please include a cover letter, current resume and a list of three professional references with complete contact information.

For questions or additional information please contact Beth Thompson at [e-mail]

Posting Details

Posting Information

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including:
* 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
* 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
* 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.
Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

WCU embraces its role as a regionally engaged university and is designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a community engaged university. Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to public engagement through their teaching, service, and scholarship

Posting Number	FAC840P
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/30936
Classification Title	Assistant Professor - Practice
Working Title	eResources Librarian - #002830
Department	Content Org and Mgt, eRes, & Tech
About WCU
Position Summary	The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus. The eResources Librarian will lead and manage the library's electronic resources, ensuring seamless access to databases, eJournals, and eBooks. This role involves activating and maintaining access to licensed electronic resources, resolving access issues, and collaborating with public services librarians to enhance user experience. Key responsibilities include supervising one full-time staff member, maintaining the Open Athens proxy server and link resolver, managing eResource knowledge bases such as EBSCO A-to-Z, collecting and tracking usage data, administering databases, and coordinating eResource-related tasks among various stakeholders. The librarian will also collaborate with consortial partners on eResource issues. This position will work closely with the Acquisitions Librarian, who is responsible for purchasing and licensing eResources. As the library strengthens its commitment to digital accessibility, this position will be crucial in documenting the accessibility of licensed eResources and advocating for vendor compliance with existing standards. Additional duties involve developing and implementing local workflows, documentation, and record-keeping practices for electronic resources as well as training and supervising staff as needed. The eResources Librarian will oversee the collection of e-resource holdings statistics, establish and maintain professional relationships with vendors, troubleshoot access issues, and serve on library committees, task forces, and working groups. They will represent the library at consortial and professional venues related to electronic resources management and access. The eResources Librarian will be part of the Content Organization & Management, eResources and Technology (COMET) Department in Hunter Library and reports to the Department Head of COMET. This is a fixed-term faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Practice.
Carnegie statement
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position	This position requires familiarity with various software such as link resolver software, metasearch software, data collection software, discovery services, electronic resources management software, the administrative functions of proprietary databases, and bibliographic utilities. Sustained computer work, and a high level of problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Aptitude for detail-oriented work, including strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with various groups of library staff and external colleagues Effective organization, prioritization, and time management skills Strong commitment to customer service Ability to work creatively and collaboratively in a team environment
Minimum Qualifications	ALA-accredited master's degree in library or information science or an advanced degree in a related field. Strong leadership skills and ability to lead an eResources team Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Familiarity with standards such as COUNTER 5 and SUSHI. Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students 2 years of experience working with electronic resources
Preferred Qualifications	Experience working in a library or higher education environment Ability to actively engage and collaborate regularly with stakeholders, including management Understanding of eResources lifecycle Familiarity with Alma Familiarity with OpenAthens Demonstrated experience preparing and conducting assessments Has the ability to collect, analyze, manipulate, and provide meaningful interpretation of data using relational databases, spreadsheet and word processing programs, and other online tools. Has extensive knowledge of digital tools, standards and initiatives, such as ONIX, SUSHI, OpenURL, and COUNTER.
Position Type	Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week
Number of Months Per Year	12

Posting Text

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

Open Date	05/09/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire. Please include a cover letter, current resume and a list of three professional references with complete contact information. For questions or additional information please contact Beth Thompson at [e-mail]
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EOE
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application


2. Resume


3. List of references

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