Electronic Resources Librarian position at WKU

WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY TECHNICAL SERVICES

ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN

Western Kentucky University seeks applications for the position of Assistant Professor/ Electronic Resources Librarian in the Department of Library Technical Services. This is a ten month, tenure-eligible faculty position beginning on July 1, 2013 reporting to the Head, Department of Library Technical Services with collaborative report to the Head, Library Public Services. For more information about our library, see our web site at: http://www.wku.edu/Library/

Responsibilities include: facilitate the selection, acquisition, maintenance, access and licensing of electronic resources. Develops policies and procedures for managing electronic resources and oversees licensing and compliance, tracking status, access and other technology issues. Prepares statistical reports on usage. Chairs the library-wide committee for electronic resources. Assists with institutional repository and other digital initiatives. Shared responsibilities for reference and instructional services. Performs other related duties as assigned. Research, service, and publication required for promotion and tenure.

Requirements: ALA accredited MLS degree. Experience with managing issues and processes associated with electronic resources. Familiarity with emerging information technologies, and web technologies. Ability to lead digital initiatives in collaboration with librarians, faculty, and administration. Strong organizational skills and the ability to respond efficiently to changing needs and priorities. Able to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students in a timely manner.

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2012 and continue until filled. Salary
commensurate with education and experience. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, official transcripts, and contact information (including e-mail addresses) for three professional references to:

 

Deana Groves, Chair, Search Committee

Department of Library Technical Services

Western Kentucky University

1906 College Heights Blvd. #11067

Bowling Green, Kentucky, 42101-1067

Western Kentucky University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or marital status in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices in accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify The Office of Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / University ADA Services at (270) 745-5121, a minimum of five working days in advance.

KYVL Needs Our Help!

Hello Academic Libraries Section Members!

As many of you may already know, KYVL is conducting an evaluation of its databases and the accessibility of those products. The response rate to date is quite low, and they ask that anyone who has not yet taken the survey do so as soon as possible.

The survey is split according to library and/or constituency type. To see a list of the various target audiences, please click here. If you prefer to go directly to the Academic Libraries survey, click on the link below:

http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22AJR5U9BX5

This survey is important! Our responses will help KYVL tailor its resources to the needs of the users in our Commonwealth. The survey provides us an opportunity to express our opinions regarding KYVL's electronic resources and interface. Your input will be much appreciated!

--Lesley Jackson
Chair, Academic Libraries Section