Job Opportunity at Johns Hopkins University

[Pamela Higgins <Pamela.Higgins@jhu.edu>]

	*** Cross Posted - Please forgive duplication ***

The Johns Hopkins University Sheridan Libraries are seeking an
energetic and creative individual to fill the position of Electronic
Resource Acquisitions/Serials Librarian.  

Approximate Starting Salary:  $38,555 - $49,150

For information about applying for this position, please visit the Johns
Hopkins University Employment Web site at:

				jobs.jhu.edu. 
		
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Electronic Resource Acquisitions/Serials Librarian (S01-2587)

General Description: Position has primary responsibility for acquisition
of electronic resources. Monitors the publishing industry, particularly as
regards to trends toward electronic formats. Maintains contact with
vendors and publishers to negotiate license agreements and to maintain
uninterrupted access to electronic products. Works closely with the
Electronic Public Access Librarian in the Resource Services Department to
provide access to electronic resources. Works with Resource Services
Librarians to facilitate negotiation of licence agreements. Maintains
contacts with librarians at other Hopkins libraries to coordinate joint
selection and provision of electronic resources. Acts a liaison with
University Purchasing for managing licence agreements. Supervises Serials
Unit of the Acquisitions Department plus student assistants. Trains
support staff and provides on-going problem resolution. Sets work
priorities for the unit. Monitors performance of subscription agents. Acts
as liaison with Cataloging Department to ensure adequate workflow and
problem resolution. Participates as part of departmental managerial team.

Work Environment: The Sheridan Libraries encompass the Milton S.
Eisenhower Library and its collections at the JohnWork Garrett Library,
the George Peabody Library, and the Albert D. Hutzler Undergraduate
Reading Room. Its primary constituency is the students and faculty in the
schools of Arts & Sciences, Engineering, and Professional Studies in
Business & Education. A key partner in the academic enterprise, the
library is a leader in the innovative application of information
technology and has implemented notable diversity and organizational
development programs. The Sheridan Libraries are strongly committed to
diversity. A strategic goal of the Libraries is to work toward achieving
diversity when recruiting new and promoting existing staff.' The Libraries
prize initiative, creativity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Qualifications: MLS from an ALA accredited program or equivalent
education/work experience. At least two years serials experience in a
library. Prior experience with electronic publishing and licensing of
electronic products. Working knowledge of at least two Western European
languages in addition to English. Knowledge of AACR2 and MARC. Proficiency
with word processing, spreadsheet, and relational database programs such
as MS Word, Excel, Access, etc. Proficiency with an integrated library
management system. Knowledge of serials industry and publishing practices
and trends. Prior supervisory experience. Strong interpersonal and
communication skills. Ability to work well with colleagues, staff, and
external clients.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in an ARL library. Knowledge
of the Horizon integrated library system. 

Pamela L. Higgins                    Milton S. Eisenhower Library
Assistant Director 		     3400 North Charles Street
for External Relations               Baltimore, Maryland  21218
The Sheridan Libraries	             410/516-8337; 410/516-5080 (FAX)
Johns Hopkins University 	     pamela.higgins@jhu.edu