[Eril-l] Job Posting: Electronic Resources Librarian, Rice University

[Scott Vieira]

Rice University is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Electronic 
Resources Librarian.  The successful candidate will work in a team 
environment as the primary resource person for all aspects of electronic 
resources maintenance.  The position reports to the Head of Acquisitions 
in the Technical Services Division.

Specific areas of responsibility include acquisitions, license review, 
access management, receipt, records maintenance, product trials, 
management of EZProxy and the OpenURL link resolver (currently SFX) and 
working with the discovery layer (currently EDS).  We are currently 
using Sirsi but will be moving to ALMA in the Fall of 2019.  The 
Electronic Resources Librarian supervises two FTE and works closely with 
vendors, IT staff, collection development librarians, cataloging staff, 
faculty and students.

Required Qualifications include:   ALA-accredited  master’s degree in 
library or information science (may substitute for the MLS degree an 
advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) and an additional year of library 
experience above and beyond the requirement); three years of experience 
managing electronic resources in an academic setting; excellent 
communication skills; an understanding of technical standards; strong 
analytical and problem-solving skills; strong commitment to customer 
service and thorough understanding of electronic product licensing terms.

Salary & benefits:  $56,000 minimum, with hiring salary commensurate 
with experience and qualifications; no state or local income tax; 21 
benefit days; 8 study days; a range of retirement options including 
TIAA/CREF; health and life insurance and tuition waiver.

Environment:  Rice University provides a stimulating work environment, 
with opportunities to participate in the delivery of innovative library 
services supported by leading edge technologies. Fondren Library 
(http://www.rice.edu/fondren) is a research library with more than 2.8 
million volumes and more than 141,000 subscriptions, including titles 
available through aggregators.  The Library has a state-of-the-art 
off-site shelving facility.  An active program of digital resource 
delivery and development is grounded in successful collaboration among 
library and University staff from Digital Scholarship Services, other 
library departments and University information technology staff. The 
Technical Services Division is committed to using both established and 
emerging methods to provide access to library materials.

Houston is a vibrant, multicultural city, with world-class visual and 
performing arts ranging from the traditional to the avant-garde.  The 
fourth largest city in the country, Houston enjoys a moderate cost of 
living and easy proximity to the Gulf Coast.  For more information, see: 
http://www.explore.rice.edu/explore/General_Information.asp.

Applications received by November 14, 2018 will receive first 
consideration.  Please apply with cover letter, résumé, and the names, 
titles, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail  addresses of three 
references at http://jobs.rice.edu/postings/17186. Inquiries:  Melinda 
Reagor Flannery at (713) 348-3773 or reagor at rice.edu. Rice University is 
an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.

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Scott Vieira
Electronic Resources Librarian
Fondren Library MS 235
Rice University
6100 Main Street
Houston, TX 77005-1892
Phone: 713-348-2621
Fax: 713-348-5862
Email: svieira at rice.edu