DUTIES OF THE POSITION : The Electronic Collections Librarian will develop and manage electronic resource collections, including acquisition, licensing and access; keep current with emerging technologies and 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; and design effective assessment strategies for electronic resources and services.

The appointee to this position will participate in a full range of faculty responsibilities including teaching credit courses and other instructional sessions in the library information literacy program; providing instructionally focused reference services in person and online; serving as a subject specialist and liaison to disciplinary departments; and participating in faculty governance. S/He is expected to participate in rotational duties at the Concord Campus. Librarians enjoy faculty rank and privileges and are expected to participate in the full range of Library faculty responsibilities and activities expected of a member of the tenure-track. This is advertised as a 12-month appointment with a possibility of 10-month appointment.

QUALIFICATIONS :
Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; a willingness and ability to serve students from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds; familiarity with the principles of information literacy; ability to work collegially in a diverse, fast-paced environment; a strong service commitment; and demonstrated awareness of industry standards in acquiring and licensing electronic resources.

Desired: 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; strong analytic skills; demonstrated ability in planning and implementation of projects; and academic reference desk experience.

RANK AND SALARY : Senior Assistant Librarian, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

DATE OF APPOINTMENT: July 1, 2006

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: http://www.library.csueastbay.edu

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 January 25, and 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.