Digital Resources & Discovery Librarian

Protestant Episcopal Theological Se; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Theological Seminary seeks an Experienced Librarian for Resource Discovery and Technology Services to manage digital and print resources, oversee the ILS and discovery layer, and train staff and patrons in resource use.

You will ensure timely acquisitions, accurate cataloging, and compliance with professional standards while coordinating with the seminary’s IT contractor and library staff for optimal access to digital resources.

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited master’s degree in library science is required.
• Experience with integrated library systems and discovery layers.
• Experience with licensing and configuration of digital resources.
• Familiarity with MARC, RDA, LCC classifications.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages library digital and print resources, platforms, and tools, including ILS, discovery service, ebooks, databases.
• Maintains the library discovery layer and records.
• Provides reference assistance and staff training.
• Manages license agreements and invoices; monitors compliance.
• Coordinates acquisitions and cataloging of materials; prepares budget requests.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Data management

Database technology

Education

Master’s degree in library science

Tools

Innovative Interfaces

Ebsco Discovery Service

OCLC Connexion

Catalogers Desktop

BackStage

Proxy server

Job description

Virginia Theological Seminary seeks an Experienced Librarian for Resource Discovery and Technology Services to manage digital and print resources, oversee the ILS and discovery layer, and train staff and patrons in resource use.

You will ensure timely acquisitions, accurate cataloging, and compliance with professional standards while coordinating with the seminary’s IT contractor and library staff for optimal access to digital resources.