Electronic Resources and Access Services Librarian

University of the Cumberlands; Williamsburg (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Cumberlands seeks an Electronic Resources and Access Services Librarian to coordinate activation, maintenance, and access to the library's growing electronic resources. This role oversees collection inventory, cataloging, Federal Depository Library Program duties, and supports library systems, resource sharing, and reference and instruction.

Minimum qualifications include MLS from an ALA-accredited program and knowledge of ILS systems, cataloging, and library technology trends.

Qualifications

• MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program
• Knowledge of ILS systems and cataloging policies
• Knowledge of current library technology trends and a commitment to innovative access technologies
• Familiarity with Excel and data processing programs
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Administer and support the Library's integrated systems and related technologies supporting discovery, access, authentication, resource sharing, electronic resource management, and other library services.
• Participate in system configuration, upgrades, integrations, testing, troubleshooting, and implementation of new technologies in collaboration with the Systems Management and Data Librarian, vendors, University IT, and library staff.
• Manage electronic and digital resource access, including activation, authentication, maintenance, troubleshooting, and withdrawal of resources.
• Evaluate, select, and support electronic resources and emerging technologies that improve library operations, services, and user access.
• Collect, analyze, and report library data and usage statistics to support assessment, collection development, planning, and decision-making.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, documentation, and workflows related to library systems, technology, data, electronic resources, and access services.
• Support resource sharing, collection management, cataloging, inventory, and Federal Depository Library Program responsibilities as assigned.
• Provide reference and research assistance and support library instruction, programs, projects, meetings, events, and other service activities.
• Collaborate with library faculty and staff in problem-solving, planning, policy development, and decision-making, and participate in University committees and institutional service as assigned.
• Supervise and train student interns or other assigned student workers.
• Maintain professional knowledge of current trends and practices in academic libraries, library technology, systems, electronic resources, data, and access services through appropriate professional development and engagement.
• Work scheduled evening and weekend hours as required, follow University policies and procedures, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Support library meetings, events, initiatives, and services as needed.
• Serve as an effective team member by collaborating with library faculty and staff for problem-solving and decision-making.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

ILS systems

Cataloging policies

Library technology trends

Data processing

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

MLS degree

Tools

Ex Libris platforms

Springshare suite

Job description

Get Set for Cumberlands! Join our team of student-focused individuals working together in order to encourage intellectual and spiritual growth, leadership and service. University of the Cumberlands seeks an Electronic Resources and Access Services Librarian to coordinate the activation, maintenance, and access to the library's growing electronic resources. Additional responsibilities include oversight of collection inventory and cataloging activities, coordination of the Federal Depository Library Program, support for library systems and resource-sharing services, and participation in reference and other library services. The University of the Cumberlands is a faith-based institution that welcomes students from all backgrounds. Its mission is to offer high-quality academic programs that empower its graduates to "seek a life-more-abundant."

Responsibilities

Responsibilities Administer and support the Library's integrated systems and related technologies supporting discovery, access, authentication, resource sharing, electronic resource management, and other library services. Participate in system configuration, upgrades, integrations, testing, troubleshooting, and implementation of new technologies in collaboration with the Systems Management and Data Librarian, vendors, University IT, and library staff. Manage electronic and digital resource access, including activation, authentication, maintenance, troubleshooting, and withdrawal of resources. Evaluate, select, and support electronic resources and emerging technologies that improve library operations, services, and user access. Collect, analyze, and report library data and usage statistics to support assessment, collection development, planning, and decision-making. Develop and maintain policies, procedures, documentation, and workflows related to library systems, technology, data, electronic resources, and access services. Support resource sharing, collection management, cataloging, inventory, and Federal Depository Library Program responsibilities as assigned. Provide reference and research assistance and support library instruction, programs, projects, meetings, events, and other service activities. Collaborate with library faculty and staff in problem-solving, planning, policy development, and decision-making, and participate in University committees and institutional service as assigned. Supervise and train student interns or other assigned student workers. Maintain professional knowledge of current trends and practices in academic libraries, library technology, systems, electronic resources, data, and access services through appropriate professional development and engagement. Work scheduled evening and weekend hours as required, follow University policies and procedures, and perform other duties as assigned. Support library meetings, events, initiatives, and services as needed. Serve as an effective team member by collaborating with library faculty and staff for problem-solving and decision-making. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements: MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA accredited program Knowledge of ILS systems and cataloging policies and procedures Knowledge of current library technology trends and a commitment to explore innovative trends in library access technologies Familiarity with Excel and data processing programs Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Support the University's mission and adhere to employee policies Preferred Requirements: Familiarity with Ex Libris platforms Familiarity with Springshare suite Experience with electronic resource management Cumberlands is different by design. Our employees exemplify our motto in the pursuit of a "life-more-abundant." Located in the heart of Appalachia, University of the Cumberlands (UC) is an institution of regional distinction that offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 major fields of study, along with several pre-professional, graduate and doctoral programs. With a total enrollment of more than 20,000 students, UC is one of the largest and fastest growing private universities in Kentucky and is devoted to preparing students for the future through hands-on, experiential learning and research. The University of the Cumberlands does not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, veteran status, because a person is a smoker or nonsmoker, or any other basis on which the University is prohibited from discrimination under local, state, or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other University-administered programs. In order to fulfill its purpose, the University may legally discriminate on the basis of religion in employment, and the University has sought and been granted exemption from certain regulations promulgated under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 which conflict with the University's religious tenets.