Online Learning and Electronic Resources Librarian

Marymount University; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia, seeks an Online Learning and Electronic Resources Librarian to lead the lifecycle of electronic resources and design of digital learning environments. You will ensure ADA-compliant DLOs, coordinate assessment, and provide reference, instruction, and liaison services to assigned departments.

In a collaborative library setting, you will manage Springshare, ERM systems, and analytics, supporting online learners while contributing to collection

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant library work experience.
• Experience with library services platforms (e.g., Alma/PrimoVE) and ILS.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the design, maintenance, and assessment of asynchronous DLOs (videos, tutorials, research guides).
• Manage Springshare content, maintenance, and reporting; provide statistics.
• Serve as a liaison to assigned departments and provide reference and instruction support.
• Ensure ADA-compliant online pedagogy and accessibility standards.

Skills

Data analysis

Instructional tech

Communication

Collaboration

Education

ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS

Second graduate degree for promotion

Tools

Springshare

Alma/PrimoVE

MARC & RDA

Job description

At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students—but one another—creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice, Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued. We understand that higher education is evolving, and we embrace change with creativity, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset. Our faculty and staff thrive in a community that prioritizes communication, cross-functional collaboration, and service-driven leadership. Whether working directly with students or supporting them behind the scenes, every role contributes to a shared mission: helping students grow, succeed, and lead with purpose and confidence.

Online Learning and Electronic Resources Librarian Division: Academic Affairs Department: Library & Learning Services Status: Full-Time, Exempt Staff Position Target Weekly Hours: 40 Location: Main Campus Benefits Eligibility: Yes

Job Summary

The Online Learning and Electronic Resources Librarian provides strategic leadership and operational management for the lifecycle of electronic resources and the design of digital learning environments. In a collaborative team environment, this role is responsible for leading the design, coordination, and assessment of pedagogically sound, ADA-compliant digital learning objects (DLOs) while ensuring seamless, reliable access to the library’s electronic collections. Acting as a resource to other librarians and library colleagues, this position utilizes data-driven insights to manage electronic resources, supports online learners, provides reference assistance, conducts library instruction sessions, and serves as a library liaison to assigned academic departments.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Online Learning & Instructional Design

• Coordinate the design, maintenance, and assessment of asynchronous Digital Learning Objects (DLOs), including videos, tutorials, and research guides.
• Manages library services content management platform (Springshare), coordinates content creation and maintenance and provides statistical reports.
• Serves as an instructional technology resource for fellow librarians, ensuring online pedagogy meets established accessibility guidelines (ADA compliance) and higher education standards.
• Explores emerging technologies and stays current on trends in online learning and instructional technology.

Electronic Resource Management & Access

• Work collaboratively with the Electronic Resources Specialist to ensure all electronic resources are active, discoverable, and accessible through all access points.
• Manages the electronic resources management system (ERM), link resolvers, database menus, and discovery platforms.
• Coordinates the workflow for subscriptions, trials, renewals, cancellations, and processes related invoices with collection and acquisition colleagues.
• Manages licensing of electronic resources in collaboration with collection and acquisition colleagues.
• Troubleshoots end-user access issues in coordination with the Electronic Resources Specialist, university IT support staff and vendors.
• Maintains platform, publisher, collection, and title updates.
• Work collaboratively with the Electronic Resources Specialist to manage the batch loading and maintenance of records from database vendors and collect, analyze, and manage statistics regarding resource usage (including COUNTER standards), budget, and collection data to support data-driven choices and generate analytical summaries.
• Oversees the bibliographic control of collection materials.

Reference, Instruction, Collection Development, and Liaison Responsibilities

• Serves as a subject liaison to students and faculty in assigned programs, selecting collection materials to support instructional and research needs.
• Designs, delivers, and assesses information literacy and library instruction sessions both in person and online.
• Provides comprehensive reference and research assistance through multiple modes (in-person, phone, email, and virtual), participating in evening and weekend desk rotations as required.
• Participates as a non-voting member on appropriate Faculty Council committees, working collaboratively with faculty under the guidelines of the Faculty Handbook to support the University’s mission and vision.

Other Duties and Assignments

• Collaborates on or leads various teams, task forces, and committees within Library & Learning Services, across the University, and within external library consortia.
• Maintains an active awareness of issues facing academic libraries through continuous professional development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• Education: ALA-accredited Master’s degree in library or information science (MLS/MLIS) required. A second graduate degree is required for promotion within the librarian rank.
• Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant library work experience required.
• Supervision: Position has no direct formal direct reports, but the candidate must have the ability to train staff, facilitate workflows, and coordinate team-based projects.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical Systems: Experience using library services platforms (e.g., Alma/PrimoVE), integrated library systems (ILS), discovery tools, and technical metadata/cataloging standards (MARC, RDA, LCSH).
• Authentication & Usage: Working knowledge of EZproxy, IP authentication, link resolvers, and COUNTER usage metrics.
• Instructional Technology: Demonstrated understanding of online pedagogy and familiarity creating digital learning components with tools like Springshare, Camtasia, or similar platforms.
• Core Competencies: Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and time management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and advanced database searching.
• Teamwork: Ability to work independently with limited supervision while maintaining a strong commitment to collaboration in a dynamic, diverse environment.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Physical Environment: This role requires sitting continuously (over 2/3 of the work time) with occasional standing, walking, and light lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Special Working Conditions: None. May require occasional evening/weekend rotation schedules for reference services.

Preferred subject area expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Communication
• Criminal Justice
• Political Science and International Relations
• Psychology
• Forensic Psychology
• Fashion Design
• Design and Art
• Graphic and Media Design
• Interior Architecture + Design

Compensation/Total Rewards

The salary for this position is $78,000. It is competitive, market-based, and aligned with the University’s financial framework, ensuring your skills and experience are recognized and rewarded. But your total compensation goes well beyond your salary. As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• FSA or HSA
• employee assistance program
• life insuranceshort- and long-term disability
• contributions to the University’s 403(b) retirement plan
• financial planning
• identity theft protection
• pet insurance
• credit union
• and more
• Tuition remission program supports your professional growth and lifelong learning, and is also open to covered dependents.
• generous paid time off plan gives you the flexibility to recharge and maintain balance in your personal and professional life.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and employment verification, and other role related requirements such as motor vehicle and/or drug screening.

Marymount University is an equal opportunity employer. Marymount University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected bases under applicable federal and local laws and regulations in any of its programs or its activities, including employment and admission. The university also expressly prohibits any form of sex discrimination and sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, dating and domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation and stalking in any of its programs or activities, including employment and admission.

For more information, please visit: https://marymount.edu/student-life/health-wellness/title-ix-2/

Marymount University is an E-Verify employer. http://marymount.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/UTF-8E-Verify_Participation_Poster_Eng_Es-1.pdf

About Marymount

Marymount University is a nationally recognized Catholic institution rooted in the traditions of the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary. The University fosters intellectual curiosity, service, and global perspectives, serving more than 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Located in suburban Arlington, Virginia, Marymount offers convenient access to the academic, cultural, and international opportunities of the nation’s capital.

Marymount University is an Equal Opportunity employer. We seek service-oriented professionals who are committed to a student-centered learning community that values diversity and supports the education of the whole person. The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining talented, diverse faculty and staff who share these values.

Marymount University is also an E-Verify employer. Marymount offers a comprehensive and flexible benefits program designed to support the health, well-being, and work-life balance of our benefit-eligible faculty, staff, and their eligible dependents. The University’s retirement plan includes a diversified portfolio of investment options, with a University match of up to 3% of employee pretax contributions for full-time employees.

In addition to competitive health and welfare benefits, Marymount offers flexible and hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions, allowing up to two remote workdays per week.

Employee Benefits https://marymount.edu/faculty-and-staff/human-resource-services/benefits-2/

Background Checks Pre-employment, post-offer background investigations are required for all new hires as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the background investigation.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Nondiscrimination Policy https://marymount.edu/faculty-and-staff/human-resource-services/human-resources-policies/non-discrimination-and-anti-harassment-policy/

Annual Campus Safety Report https://marymount.edu/student-life/health-wellness/campus-safety/campus-safety-report/

National Ranking – Points of Pride https://marymount.edu/about-mu/points-of-pride/