Job Description

Position Title Instructor - Electronic Resources Librarian

Reports To Faculty Discipline N/A - Not ApplicableFaculty is eligible for Tenure Track? Funding SourceFunctions and ResponsibilitiesJob Summary Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Libraries or designee, responsible for daily operations in the library regarding electronic resources including database management; compiling and reporting statistics regarding electronic resources; and assisting in evaluation and acquisition of new electronic resources.Supervisory Role Associate Director of Libraries or designee.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Tracks, troubleshoots, and maintains access for electronic resources.
• Assists in ensuring access is available to patrons via multiple discovery methods (e.g., library catalog Koha, ProQuest Summon discovery service, etc.)
• Assists in maintaining the library’s electronic resources including online databases and streaming media; the online A to Z periodical list; the online A to Z database lists; and the Koha knowledgebase.
• Maintains database holdings with the most current information in appropriate electronic resources.
• Assists librarian in maintaining administrative accounts for electronic resource platforms and vendor databases to manage content and generate reports.
• Responds to and resolves electronic resources administration, access, and discovery issues promptly via ticketing system, e-mail, and direct communication.
• Manages troubleshooting and technical skills to resolve issues, consulting with internal and external partners as necessary.
• Assists in organizing and maintenance of the Library of Congress print collection; copy cataloging, creating, maintaining reports on the transition to electronic collection includes processing of titles, check-in library’s online system.
• Assists the Associate Director, Libraries in grant and programming activities related to electronic resources including establishing relationships with Technology and Facilities for related issues to access and discovery.
• Collects electronic resources order and usage data, compiles and analyzes customized reports in line with systematic, sustainable assessment procedures.
• Assists in routine communication with students, faculty and staff regarding library electronic resources.
• Assists in the development and refinement of workflows to accomplish specific, time-limited goals and temporary or long-term projects.
• Participates in unit and departmental projects and contributes to the smooth function of Library services access across subscriptions.
• Other projects as needed.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must bemet by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:

● Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.

● Sit, stand and walk/move from place to place for required periods oftime.

● Move between buildings.

● Speak and hear, communicate using telephone and/or walkie talkie.

● Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perceptionalong with the ability to focus vision.

● Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar andvocabulary.

● Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handleobjects and operate tools, including but not limited to, computers,keyboards, telephones, calculators, and controls.

● Bend, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift.

Additional Requirements

1. Graduate Degree in Information Science or Information Systems or Computer Science or Analytics or Data Science with strong interest in Information Science and Future of Learning

2. Exceptional communication skills with an understanding of information trends including algorithmic bias, digital literacy initiatives from the NJ Legislature and the US Board of Education

3. Bilingual in Spanish helpful.

Minimum QualificationsExperience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities · Master’s Degree· 2 years’ Experience in the processing of technical work in a library.· 2 years’ Experience with Library management systems including OCLC, MARC and understanding of related catalog and classification of materials.· 2 years’ Experience with software applications and tools commonly used in library work, including Microsoft Word and Excel, Adobe Acrobat DC, and Google Docs (including Forms and Sheets).· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision on detailed and complex tasks.· Experience with underserved or marginalized communities and communities of color and commitment to inclusion and equitable access to information resources.Education Requirements Master’s DegreeLicenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver’s license, etc.) Preferred QualificationsExperience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities Education Requirements Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver’s license, etc.) Posting DetailsPosting InformationOpen Date 03/21/2024Open Until Filled YesClose Date Special Instructions Summary Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Essex County College is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
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