http://www.library.csuhayward.edu/employment_opportunities/electronic_librarian.htm
POSITION
AVAILABLE:
<>UNIVERSITY
LIBRARY
Electronic
Collections Librarian
OAA
Position NO.: 06-07
LIBR-ELECTRONIC-TT
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THE LIBRARY: The
University Library supports the instructional, reference, and research
needs of
a culturally diverse campus community. In
addition to its print holdings, the Library provides access to
Internet,
Worldwide Web and a wide range of electronic resources and databases.
THE POSITION: As
a member of the library faculty, in a collegial team environment, the
electronic collections librarian will coordinate all aspects of
electronic
resource development.
DUTIES
OF THE POSITION: Develop and manage
electronic resource
collections, including acquisition, licensing and access. Keep current
with
emerging developments in electronic products and services. Serve as a
liaison
between library public and technical services to facilitate the
effective
integration of electronic resources into the teaching and learning
mission of
the University. Design effective assessment strategies for electronic
resources
and services. <>
The
incumbent will participate in a full range of faculty responsibilities
by:
- participating in the
Library’s information literacy program, teaching credit courses and
other instructional sessions;
- providing instructionally
focused reference services in person and remotely;
- participating in faculty
governance;
- serving as a subject
specialist and liaison to disciplinary departments;
- and by participating in
professional and scholarly activities required to meet the criteria for retention, promotion and tenure.
<>QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
MLS from an ALA-accredited
institution or equivalent; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal
communication skills; familiarity with the principles of information
literacy;
ability to work collegially in a diverse, fast-paced environment; a
strong
service commitment; a willingness and ability to serve students from
diverse
educational and cultural backgrounds; demonstrated awareness of
industry
standards in acquiring and licensing electronic resources; demonstrated
capacity
and commitment to engage in research and/or continued professional
development
worthy of promotion and tenure as a faculty member.
<>Desirable: Demonstrated
knowledge or experience needed to
plan, manage, and assess electronic resource collections and the
ability to
resolve electronic resource access issues; knowledge of bibliographic
and
metadata tools; demonstrated ability to analyze and prioritize multiple
projects; demonstrated ability in planning and implementation of
projects.
RANK AND
SALARY:
Senior Assistant Librarian/Associate Librarian, commensurate with
experience
and qualifications.
DATE OF
APPOINTMENT:
July 1, 2006
APPLICATION
PROCEDURES: Please submit a letter summarizing your
ability to
meet the requirements of the position, a complete and current vita,
graduate
transcripts, and three letters of recommendation (including phone
numbers and
email references) to:
Office of the University Librarian
California State
University, East Bay
University Library
25800 Carlos Bee Blvd.
Hayward , CA
94542
Office Phone No:
(510)
885-3664
Office Fax No: (510) 885-2049
Email address: [log in to unmask]
APPLICATION
DEADLINE:
Application review will begin December 2005 and will continue until the
position is filled.
NOTE: California
State University,
East Bay
hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States.
All offers of employment are contingent upon presentation of documents
demonstrating the appointee's identity and eligibility to work, in
accordance
with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CSUEB does not discriminate on the
basis of
any protected categories: age, ancestry, citizenship, color,
disability,
gender, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race,
religion,
sexual orientation, or veteran's status. The University is committed to
the
principles of diversity in employment and to creating a stimulating
learning
environment for its diverse student body.