Continuing Resources Librarian

Dartmouth Libraries; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research library in New Hampshire is seeking a Continuing Resources Librarian to provide leadership in resource management and media acquisitions. The role involves overseeing an annual budget exceeding $10 million and collaborating with colleagues to enhance access to research collections. Ideal candidates will be passionate about sustainable collection strategies and scholarly communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing serials and standing order processes.
• Ability to coordinate media acquisitions.
• Knowledge of evolving publishing models.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for library-wide serials processes.
• Coordinate streaming media acquisitions.
• Manage and strategically invest in an annual budget.

Skills

Leadership for library-wide serials

Understanding of open access agreements

Collaboration across departments

Strategic budget management

Job description

Dartmouth Libraries is seeking a Continuing Resources Librarian to help shape the future of scholarly access and resource management at one of the world’s leading research institutions.

This newly reconfigured role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to how Dartmouth supports advanced research through the thoughtful stewardship of its ongoing scholarly resources.

As the Continuing Resources Librarian, you will:

• Provide leadership for library-wide serials and standing order processes.
• Coordinate streaming media acquisitions to support teaching and research needs.
• Apply your understanding of open access agreements and evolving publishing models.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Libraries to manage and strategically invest an annual budget of over $10 million in ongoing resources.
• Advise and assist teams in cost-effective, forward-thinking approaches to acquiring and maintaining continuing resources.

Your work will directly advance the Libraries’ strategic goal of enhancing access to world-class research collections and content, ensuring that Dartmouth scholars have the materials they need to pursue discovery at the highest level.

If you’re a collaborative professional with a passion for sustainable collection strategies and the changing landscape of scholarly communication, we invite you to apply and make an impact.

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.