Serials Librarian -- Austin, Texas Tina Herman Buck 11 Apr 2008 20:59 UTC
Serials Librarian St. Edward's University -- Scarborough-Phillips Library Scarborough-Phillips Library seeks a service-oriented, enthusiastic librarian to manage print and electronic serials: identifying new resources, implementing access to online serials subscriptions, negotiating licensing agreements with vendors, managing invoicing, collecting usage statistics, and collecting and disseminating subscription information to librarians for review as needed. Manage operation of serials department including daily processing, binding, claiming, invoicing, and other serials-related functions. Supervise one student worker. Collaborate with technical services/electronic resources as needed in areas of overlap. Prepare collection development budget recommendations and reports and drafts fund allocation proposals for the Library Director each fiscal year. Closely monitor entire acquisitions budget and submits both oral and written reports on a regular basis. Stay current with trends in electronic and print serials. Develop library collection in assigned subject areas and acts as liaison to faculty in these areas. Participate in reference and library instruction as assigned. Hours may include some evenings and weekends. Qualifications Required: ALA accredited MLS; 2 years relevant experience (may be at a paraprofessional level) in serials; experience with an ILS; experience with budgeting/fiscal control; highly proficient with Excel or other spreadsheet software; excellent oral and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds. Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal history background check required. Preferred: Experience with Millennium; public services; familiarity with electronic resources management tools, such as Serials Solutions; working knowledge of MARC, AACR2, and serials cataloging standards. Salary Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. About St. Edward's University Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward's University is a private, Catholic liberal arts institution of more than 5,300 diverse students located in Austin, Texas. It is an exciting time to be part of the St. Edward's community, as the university pursues an ambitious plan to be recognized as one of the best small universities in the country. Review of applications will begin on May 15, 2008, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Send letter of application, resume, and names of three references to: Kate Silton, Scarborough-Phillips Library, C/M Box 1037; St. Edward's University, 3001 S. Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78704-8492. St. Edward's University is an equal opportunity employer and hires only U.S. citizens and documented workers. Posted: 04/10/08 Available: Immediately http://www.stedwards.edu/hr/jobs/J08045.php Tina Herman Buck Technical Services Librarian Scarborough-Phillips Library St. Edward's University 3001 South Congress Ave. Austin, Texas 78704 512-464-8825 (voice) 512-448-8737 (fax) tinab@stedwards.edu