Digital Resources Librarian (C13-067) Elihu Burritt Library The Elihu Burritt Library at Central Connecticut State University invites innovative and energetic applicants to fill a full-time, tenure-track librarian position that will serve on the Library’s Information Systems and Resources team. The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of tasks that successfully respond to the research needs of CCSU’s students, faculty, and staff. Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and to working with a diverse student body. Duties include but are not limited to: • Leads the library in the development, organization, delivery, and assessment of library learning and technology services, programs and resources for faculty, staff, and students; • Participates with other library professionals in the oversight, maintenance, and development of the library’s web presence, including HTML pages, content management systems (LibGuides, Wordpress, Drupal, Contentdm), and other web applications; • Develops successful partnerships with teaching faculty and other campus units to integrate the library’s digital collections and services with campus learning initiatives. • Coordinates all library wide digitization projects; • Assists with the administration of the following systems: All Springshare products (LibGuides, LibAnswers, LibAnalytics), Libchat (Chat reference system), Metalib/Primo (Federated Search & Discovery), including staff training and support; • Maintains and develops mobile technologies; • Liaises with the Serials/Electronic Resources Librarian and the Electronic Resources Specialist as needed; • Provides technical support for the library’s Integrated Library System (Millennium) and Interlibrary Loan management software (ILLiad) in the absence of the Systems Librarian; • Shares with other library professionals in the oversight of electronic resource management including budgeting, selection, evaluation, access, and trouble-shooting; • Provides assistance and technical support to library staff for the creation of learning aids such as screen casts and library guides; • Participates with other library professionals in guiding the library in the selection of new technologies and their implementation; • Provides knowledge and expertise associated with the university’s course management software; • Acts as liaison with the Centers for Teaching and Educational Technology as well as the University Information Technology Department. Required Qualifications: • American Library Association accredited Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent; • Experience relevant to digital resources management in an academic library; • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of library digital technology and collections; • Demonstrated experience and knowledge of emerging technologies, such as mobile applications and cloud computing; • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem solving skills; • Commitment to serving culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with Innovative Interfaces Integrated Library System including its Electronic Resources Management module; • Demonstrated commitment to positive user experience; • Experience with Ex Libris’ SFX link resolver and A-Z list administration; • Experience with discovery layer technologies. The University: CCSU is one of four state universities with the Board of Regents for Higher Education Connecticut State Colleges & Universities. Excellent professors, librarians, coaches, and counselors and a wide array of academic programs prepare students for success in whatever field they choose. CCSU’s motto is more than a slogan; it articulates the University’s commitment to students: “Start with a dream. Finish with a future.” The Princeton Review selected CCSU as one of "The Best Northeastern Colleges." CCSU serves approximately 12,200 students - 9,500 undergraduates, and 2,700 graduates. CCSU is richly diverse: more than 20 percent of students are of traditional minority heritage. Visit our web site at http://www.ccsu.edu/. The Community: CCSU is located in New Britain, a city of some 70,000, within a 10-minute drive to the state capital in Hartford. New Britain is home to the nationally recognized New Britain Museum of American Arts and offers a range of cultural opportunities, including the New Britain Symphony Orchestra, the New Britain Rock Cats (Double A professional baseball), two theatres, and an extensive park system. The University is approximately two hours (by car) from both Boston and New York City. Application and Appointment: For full consideration, applications must be received by April 22, 2013. Salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience. To begin the application process, go to www.ccsu.edu/jobs and submit the following: • Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position • Current curriculum vitae • Names of three current professional references with addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers For more information contact Theresa Mastrogiovanni at 860 832-2097 or mastrogiovan...@ccsu.edu. 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Edward Iglesias
