Electronic Resources and Outreach Librarian

Summary of Position

The Electronic Resources and Outreach (ERO) Librarian manages the lifecycle of Lindell Library’s electronic resources and creates metadata and cataloging records for library resources in all formats. The ERO Librarian negotiates purchasing terms with suppliers and compiles usage data to assist with ongoing assessment of the library’s collections. This position is responsible for cataloging, including some original cataloging, and classification of the physical collection, and also serves as the library’s official liaison to the Schwartz School of the Arts.

The ERO Librarian establishes and maintains positive working relationships with supervisors, colleagues, and subordinates throughout Lindell Library, Augsburg University, and the broader academic library community.

• Manage the full lifecycle of the library’s electronic resources, including acquisitions, licensing, assessment, and renewal/cancellation.
• Implement and maintain an electronic resources management (ERM) system.
• Serves as liaison to one or more academic departments and develops strong working relationships with faculty, students, and staff in assigned units.
• Provide in-depth reference services and consultations to individuals and groups, and teach instruction sessions in designated subject areas.
• Generate usage reports and share them with library staff to inform renewal considerations.
• Create metadata, apply appropriate schema, and create documentation for digital objects and initiatives.
• Identify, prioritize, and implement cataloging and metadata projects for resources in all formats, including weeding and reclassification.
• Create and maintain appropriate research guides.
• Develop and maintain collections to support the research, teaching, and learning needs of library users.
• Support the library’s participation in regional and national cooperatives such as Minitex and MnPALS.
• Support library leadership in monitoring the library materials budget.

• Perform original cataloging as needed and collaborate with the Technical Services Coordinator to ensure copy cataloging records are accurately uploaded.
• Closely monitor usage of streaming video platforms and recommend cost-effective alternatives when possible.
• Participate in collection management projects as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of current and emerging developments and technologies in electronic resources management.
• Keeps abreast of current and evolving metadata and cataloging standards.
• Other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

• Typical work environment is an office. Sedentary work for long periods of time.
• Regular computer and phone use.
• Occasional lifting or carrying items up to 20 lbs.

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited institution at date of hire.
• Two (2) or more years of professional experience in electronic resource management.
• Familiarity with metadata and cataloging protocols such as MARC, RDA, or Dublin Core.
• Demonstrated experience serving users from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and/or academic backgrounds.

• Three (3) or more years of electronic resource management experience and/or two (2) or more years of research and outreach experience.
• Alma Administration Certification and/or proficiency with OCLC World Cat/Connexion cataloging.

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to working with a diverse community of learners.
• Ability to make decisions independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse working environment.
• Ability to be attentive to details, be accurate, be precise.
• Ability to lead/teach, work in a team environment, and work interdentally with little or no supervision.
• Ability to reason/analyze, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate patience and understanding.
• Ability to show initiative, multi-task and organize workflow, manage one or more projects, and handle frequent interruptions.
• Ability to thrive in a rapidly-changing environment.

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