Collection Development Librarian

St. Edward's University Library, Austin, Texas

 

At the Munday Library at St. Edward's University, e-resources – both subscription and access on demand -- are our strength. The successful candidate will manage the selection, presentation, and assessment of e-books, e-journals, streaming video, and electronic databases, as well as our other patron-focused collections: print, DVD, and archives. Be willing to apply your substantial knowledge of collection management and the publishing industry in order to innovate, and to implement. Work closely with the Acquisitions & Metadata Librarian and the Electronic & Continuing Resources Librarian as well as colleagues throughout the library and across campus to provide our community with the best possible library resources in the most timely manner. This full-time position with competitive salary reports to the Library Director. Available immediately.

 

Responsibilities

·         Oversee and enhance a dynamic academic library collection through traditional and new means of acquisitions. Coordinate all aspects of collection management and assessment. Write and/or review policies and procedures.

·         Stay abreast of trends in collection development and publishing. Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and publishers.

·         As part of the Technical Services team, collaborate with colleagues to ensure that library collections are discoverable and accessible.

·         Work with subject liaisons, students, academic departments and programs to develop the library's collections. Spearhead digital projects. Serve as subject liaison to one or more academic departments.

·         Perform collection analysis to determine collection usage and effectiveness, to understand community needs, and to guide demand-driven-acquisitions programs.

·         Organize and conduct collection management projects, such as evaluation, de-selection, and inventory. Manage the print collection as the trend toward e-content continues.
With the Metadata and Acquisitions Librarian, establish, monitor, and track the collection budget.

·         Review, renew, and manage all contracts and licenses for collection materials.
Provide oversight for the Archives and Special Collections, including intake, organization, and retention decisions.

·         Present library instruction sessions to students in general education and discipline-specific courses.

·         Participate in library outreach, particularly in regard to promotions and display of library collections. Participate in campus-wide forums to educate faculty and students about library resources.

 

Qualifications

Required

·         ALA-accredited Master's degree in library or information science or foreign equivalent.

·         At least two years of experience in library collection management

·         Demonstrated knowledge of trends, issues, and best practices in academic library collection development, scholarly communications, and collection assessment.

·         Demonstrated project management experience, including the ability to prioritize, set goals, and meet deadlines.

·         Experience with staff-side functions of a major integrated library system.

·         Experience with budgeting in a library setting.

·         Proficient with Excel.

·         Experience with or knowledge of licensing electronic resources and copyright issues.

·         Experience working with library material vendors.

·         Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

·         Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

·         Ability to work both independently and in collaborative and cooperative situations.

·         Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal history background check

Preferred:

·         Experience with analysis of patron use of library collections, including all physical and electronic formats.

·         Experience with evaluation and withdrawal of traditional print materials.

·         Experience with III Millennium or Sierra.

·         Experience with Microsoft Access or similar database software.

 

About St. Edward's University
St. Edward's University is a diverse, top-rated liberal arts institution located in the dynamic, cosmopolitan tech center of Austin, Texas. The Munday Library is a sixteen-person academic library that supports the university, its mission, and serves as the intellectual heart of the university. St. Edward's University Library is committed to developing employees and supporting their career goals, helping them learn and grow with a host of meaningful experiences and opportunities. With more than 4,800 students, St. Edward's University has been recognized for 10 consecutive years as one of "America's Best Colleges" by U.S. News & World Report.

 

How To Apply
Applicants should apply online at www.stedwards.applicantpro.com

Please attach to the online application: a cover letter, resume, and three references.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the job is filled.

St. Edward's University is an equal opportunity employer and hires only U.S. citizens and documented workers.