ERM Librarian: Alma & e-Resources Lifecycle Lead

University of North Carolina at Charlotte - J. Murrey Atkins Library; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The J. Murrey Atkins Library at UNC Charlotte seeks an Electronic Resources Management Librarian to oversee the life cycle of electronic resources, manage the Alma ERM system, and analyze usage data.

The role collaborates with vendors, liaisons, and CSC to enhance access and marketing of e-resources. Minimum of two years in an academic library and a Master’s in Library Science are required; strong communication, project management, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Minimum two years of academic library experience.
• Familiarity with electronic resources life cycle and NASIG Core Competencies.
• Experience with vendors, publishers, or licensing.
• Knowledge of library technology trends and ERM systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead management of the e-resources life cycle for subscriptions and purchases.
• Collaborate with vendors on trials, troubleshooting, acquisitions and training.
• Administer the ERM system (Ex Libris Alma) including licensing and access rights.
• Collect and organize usage statistics for electronic resources.
• Develop strategies to market e-resources to increase usage.
• Troubleshoot access issues across all electronic resources.
• Communicate about e-resources across the library, university and community.
• Assist with license reviews in coordination with the Head of Collection Strategy and CSC.
• Support ConsortiaManager data entry for Carolina Consortium projects.
• Maintain Read & Publish data tracking system.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

Collaboration

Adaptability

Scholarly engagement

Intellectual curiosity

Education

Master's degree in Library and Information Science

Tools

Ex Libris Alma

ConsortiaManager

COUNTER & SUSHI

Job description

The J. Murrey Atkins Library at UNC Charlotte seeks an Electronic Resources Management Librarian to oversee the life cycle of electronic resources, manage the Alma ERM system, and analyze usage data.

The role collaborates with vendors, liaisons, and CSC to enhance access and marketing of e-resources. Minimum of two years in an academic library and a Master’s in Library Science are required; strong communication, project management, and teamwork are essential.