Assistant Professor​/Librarian II

Position Overview

Marshall University invites applicants for an Assistant Professor/Librarian II – Electronic Resource and Systems Librarian position, a 12‑month track in Library Services, located in Huntington, WV.

Title:

Assistant Professor/Librarian II – Electronic Resource and Systems Librarian (Banner Position Number 001645)

Classification:
Assistant Professor/Librarian II (12‑month track)

Department:
Library – MU2060

Location:

Marshall University, Huntington, WV

Salary: $55,000

• Provide leadership in aspects of electronic resources and systems.
• Contribute innovative ideas and make strategic decisions based on academic program needs.
• Manage electronic resources including databases, e‑books, and online journals.
• Troubleshoot access issues and coordinate with IT or vendors to resolve problems.
• Coordinate trials for new electronic resources in collaboration with other library staff.
• Extract, analyze, and report data from library systems to support decision‑making.
• Manage and administer the integrated library system (ILS), including modules for cataloging, acquisitions, and ERM.
• Perform routine system updates, backups, troubleshooting, and performance monitoring.
• Coordinate the implementation of new software or system upgrades.
• Participate in campus and university committees.

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA‑accredited library school.
• 2‑5 years of full‑time professional experience in electronic resources/systems within an academic library.
• Demonstrated experience with integrated library systems and electronic resource management.
• Strong commitment to public and customer service.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Good information literacy and information technology skills.

• Second Master’s degree.
• Experience working with major library vendors and publishers.
• Experience with Innovative Interfaces Sierra or similar systems.

• Work week is 37.5 hours.
• Almost two weeks off for Winter Break.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Annual leave up to 24 days per year and up to 18 days of sick leave per year.
• Health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA) – seven plans.
• Tuition benefits for employees and dependent children after probationary period.
• Retirement plan: 401(a) through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA).
• Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost; optional life insurance available.
• Wellness programs and Pathways to Wellness.

• Cover Letter
• CV or Resume