Electronic Resources Librarian

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Electronic Resources Librarian

Florida International University Libraries seeks an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and innovative individual to serve as the Electronic Resources Librarian. This position provides leadership and expertise in electronic resources management, supporting the life cycle of electronic resource acquisition and distribution.

As members of a large public university library supporting the research of a Carnegie R1 research institution, FIU Libraries librarians provide services in support of the instructional and research activities of students, faculty, staff, and administration of the University. Successful candidates will possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team with a flexible and adaptable attitude. In keeping with the strategic goals and service-driven mission of FIU Libraries, successful candidates will demonstrate customer service acumen and excellence. Dedication to innovation in the provision of library services, in the spirit of American Library Association core competencies and professional practices, is a hallmark of FIU Libraries librarians.

Details

• Anticipated salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience.
• Librarians at all stages of their career are encouraged to apply. Outside-of-academic librarians are also encouraged to apply.
• Comprehensive FIU Benefits package, including access to State of Florida Pension Plan and University retirement options, sick and vacation leave accruals from the start of employment, and much more.
• Financial and comp time support is provided for professional development to attend and/or present at symposia, conferences, or other career-building events.
• FIU Librarians are appointed to a self-governed faculty group under Florida International University. Librarian faculty can progress through promotional faculty appointment statuses; for additional details, refer to the Library Faculty Assembly. FIU Librarians have these additional benefits:
• No night, weekend, or holiday reference desk staffing requirements. Librarians staff the LibChat virtual reference support service on a rotational basis on the weekends.
• Scholarly pursuits support through annual effort allocation. Professional opportunities and sabbaticals are available.

Responsibilities

• Manages electronic resources and associated processes through content management systems, library systems, and other tools to ensure seamless access and authentication for patrons.
• Troubleshoots electronic resource access and authentication issues. Develops methodologies to track, notify, and resolve access and authentication issues. Liaises with vendors and internal and vendor IT representatives as needed to resolve access and authentication issues.
• Develops and maintains guidelines, procedures, and documentation for electronic resource management.
• Stages and tests new electronic resources. Establishes a trial period protocol for FIU Libraries and relevant University affiliates. Coordinates communications with relevant stakeholders across the university to inform them of any trial opportunities, access methods, and consolidates feedback.  Engages in associated vendor relations relative to the acquisition of new electronic resources.
• Populates and manages COUNTER-Compliant usage data through proprietary systems, providing and reporting usage statistics and survey data. Condenses and summarizes data accurately and consistently. Reports on electronic resources utilization using library systems.
• Makes data-driven and patron-responsive collection development recommendations.
• Develops initiatives to improve knowledge of and access to electronic resources and open educational resources, including accessibility for all eligible users. Engages in outreach efforts to promote and ensure institutional knowledge continuity of electronic resources to patrons. Provides training and instruction in electronic resources, their authentication and access, and utilization best practices.
• Explores new and emerging electronic resource management methods and technologies. Participates in continuing education, conference, workshops, seminars, or other activities that enhance professional knowledge.
• Contributes to the profession through active participation in professional associations, research, or other scholarly activities.
• Supervises students and/or staff.
• Other duties as assigned or directed to fulfill the mission and strategic goals of the University and University Libraries. 

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent from an ALA accredited program.
• Evidence of relevant experience electronic resource acquisitions and management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current standards, best practices and emerging trends in electronic resource management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience in academic libraries, especially in acquisitions, serials control, electronic resources management, and/or license preparation.
• Experience working with electronic resource tools, electronic resource management systems, knowledge bases, and library acquisitions.
• Experience working with Ex Libris Alma ERM, OpenAthens, Celus, Springshare LibApps, and Consortia Manager.
• Experience collaborating and working with diverse teams.
• Record of scholarly and professional activity illustrating a desire to advance the profession.
• Evidence of leadership and management skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Foreign language fluency (Spanish preferred).

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 536153 at careers.fiu.edu and attach a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Candidates will be requested to provide names and contact information for at least 3 references who will be contacted as determined by the search committee. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.  For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or email [email protected].