E-Resources & Discovery Librarian

Description

Position:

Towson University’s Albert S. Cook Library seeks a dynamic and innovative individual
to serve as the E-Resources & Discovery Librarian.  Our library is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse library staff by considering applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Towson University places a high priority on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion. You can read the campus’ commitment to diversity statement here: https://www.towson.edu/about/diversity.html. Candidates will be expected to explain how they have been and could be involved in advancing this campus goal.  This position is a 12-month faculty status position available immediately and beginning no later than January 2022. 

Responsibilities:

This position provides leadership and expertise in integrating, organizing and managing the
library’s electronic resources and assists the Assistant University Librarian for Content
Management with all aspects of the life cycle of e-resources, including purchasing, licensing,
access, and maintenance of all electronic materials. The E-Resources & Discovery Librarian works cooperatively with units across the library to ensure that the library’s subscription databases, e-journals and e-books are discoverable and accessible by patrons. This librarian designs and implements library initiatives to support student success and retention; participates in library assessment initiatives.  In addition to librarianship, library faculty are responsible for scholarship and service; expected to progress successfully along the promotion and permanent status track; and participate fully as members of the library faculty.