Electronic Resources & Web Services Librarian
Library & Information Services
Dickinson College
Dickinson College Library seeks an innovative and
service-driven librarian to join us in shaping services and collections for
21st century learners, educators, and scholars. The Electronic Resources
& Web Services Librarian provides leadership and technical support for
e-resource acquisition and management, and for library website development and
maintenance. The ideal candidate has significant, direct experience with
implementation, management and integration of a variety of online library
resources and services as well as web development experience. Strong
analytical and communication skills and the ability to work effectively both
independently and on teams are essential.
Specific areas of responsibility include: administering the
library’s ERMS (CORAL); managing content delivery and linking systems (e.g.,
Serials Solutions); developing online tutorials delivered via the web and
through the college learning management system (Moodle); designing and
conducting assessments of e-resources and online systems; collaborating to
support and integrate e-resources into library systems (SIRSI, Ebsco Discovery
Service); designing and creating delivery mechanisms for web services (e.g.,
web forms linked to ILL systems). The librarian also provides information
literacy instruction and support for assigned First Year Seminars, provides
reference services including some evening and weekend shifts, and may be
assigned as liaison to one or more academic departments.
Dickinson College, chartered in 1783, is a highly selective,
private liberal-arts college known for its innovative curriculum. Its mission
is to offer students a useful education in the arts and sciences that will
prepare them for lives as engaged citizens and leaders. We serve 2,400
undergraduates at our 180-acre residential campus located in the heart of
historic Carlisle, PA. The college offers 42 majors with an emphasis on
international studies, has 40 study-abroad programs in 24 countries on six continents
and offers 13 modern languages. Carlisle offers excellent quality
of life, affordable housing, fall color, and easy access to Washington DC,
Philadelphia, Baltimore and other major east coast cities. The region has been
ranked by Sperling’s Best Places as one of the least stressful in the nation.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience; excellent
benefits.
For a list of specific qualifications and to apply online
visit https://jobs.dickinson.edu/.
Please include a cover letter describing your qualifications for the position,
a resume, and contact information for three professional references. Paper
applications will not be accepted. Review of applications will begin on
March 1, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated
start date is July 1, 2013.
Dickinson is committed to diversity and we encourage
candidates who will contribute to meeting that goal to apply. Applications and
nominations of women and minorities are strongly encouraged.
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