Electronic Resources Systems Librarian

Manage technical aspects of electronic information resources including e-serials management, XML and metadata encoding, authentication, and related technical issues. Responsible for assisting in managing comprehensive content-linking/resolution service technologies at the article level. Professional Faculty are twelve month, non-tenured faculty with responsibilities for university service and professional development/contribution.

Required: ALA-accredited Masters in Library/Information Science. Knowledge of technical and administrative issues associated with electronic resources. Knowledge and understanding of electronic publishing; demonstrated ability to manage technical projects in a library setting; demonstrated commitment to customer service and collaborative approaches; ability to work independently, managing a complex workload in an on-time, effective manner with minimum supervision; strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to work well as part of a team.

Preferred: Familiarity with electronic standards such as OpenURL and DOI and electronic resource related initiatives such as SUSHI, COUNTER, License Expression, etc. Knowledge of computer networks, library automation systems, server management, UNIX, XP/Vista, Win200X, HTML, CSS, Javascript, and a variety of office and internet applications. Strong evidence of interest and ability in applying innovative technologies to enhance library services. Two to 3 years experience in some aspect of electronic resource management including: experience with SFX and/or SerialsSolutions; Innovative Interfaces ERM, HTML and web editing tools (e.g., Dreamweaver); developing / maintaining e-resource management tools. Demonstrated experience using database management programs (e.g., Microsoft Access); knowledge of trends in resource connectivity (e.g., XML, COUNTER, SUSHI). Experience with reports tools such as MS Access or SQL.

Letter of application, resume, unofficial transcripts, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to: Dave Hayes, University Librarian, McConnell Library, Box 6881, Radford University, Radford VA 24142. Consideration of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Radford University is an EO/AA employer committed to diversity.