Electronic Resources and Web Services Librarian [Substitute]

Description

JOB/POSTING TITLE
Electronic Resources and Web Services Librarian [Substitute]

LOCATION
Lehman College

FULL / PART TIME
Full-Time

REGULAR / TEMPORARY
Regular
      
GENERAL DUTIES
This position is primarily responsible for organization and maintenance of the Leonard Lief Library’s electronic resources, eBooks, and website, which serves as information portal to the Lehman community.  Work involves detailed tracking and maintenance of currently licensed electronic resources, as well as arranging trials and evaluation of new resources under consideration.  Responsible for maintenance, innovation, and redesign of Library’s website.

The Electronic Resources and Web Services Librarian:

• manages Serials Solutions for online access to electronic journals collection
• maintains EZProxy for remote access to databases
• coordinates SFX functions for internal linking to licensed resources
• manages integration of electronic resources into discovery service
• serves as representative to CUNY’s Electronic Resources Advisory Council (ERAC)
• chairs the Library’s Web Team and Electronic Resources Discussion Group (ERDG)

The incumbent provides reference service, library instruction, and collection development in assigned subject areas.
                   
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
ALA-accredited MLS; experience in website management and architecture; mobile resources; demonstrated knowledge and experience with responsive web design; knowledge of web tools, standards, and scripting languages (Adobe CS6, HTML4, HTML5, XML, CSS3, W3C, JavaScript, JQuery, PHP, AJAX, MySQL, FTP, SFTP).   Demonstrated competence with electronic journal management systems (Serials Solutions), SFX, and EZproxy.  A strong commitment to outstanding public service and ability to serve a diverse community.
 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Sophisticated working knowledge of library research databases, eBook platforms, online facilitation, and vendor relations.  At least two years of academic library experience.  Second Master’s degree is required for appointment to Assistant Professor.

COMPENSATION
Commensurate with experience and qualifications

HOW TO APPLY
Letter, resume, and contact information of three professional references to:
CLOSING DATE
Review of applications begins April 1st - with projected start date of June 1, 2014.