Librarian for Electronic Resource Acquisition

Tisch Library is a student-centered research library, dedicated to supporting teaching, learning, and scholarship in Tufts' School of Arts and Sciences and School of Engineering. We provide collections, subject expertise, and technology-rich research and learning environments with services and programs to meet the information needs of our students, faculty, and staff. The Acquisitions Department is responsible for acquiring materials that support the educational and research mission of Tufts University. As part of the Resource Management and Repository Services unit, the Acquisitions Department works collaboratively with all Tufts Libraries colleagues, employs sound fiscal stewardship of the materials budget, and builds strong relationships with library vendors and Tufts University business partners.

The Librarian for Electronic Resource Acquisition will be responsible for managing the acquisitions process for electronic resources including journals, books, audio and video, and managing and analyzing usage data for subscription content. Reporting to the Head of Acquisitions, the librarian collaborates closely with staff in Metadata Services and Digital Initiatives to ensure timely access to electronic resources. This position is part of a team that manages the business processes for acquiring e-resources for Tufts libraries.

Essential responsibilities:

• Manage the evaluation, fulfillment, and order history of electronic resources within a complex landscape of formats and access models.
• Assist in license negotiation. Ensure that all licensing requirements are met.
• Manage usage statistics gathering and analysis. Provide annual usage statistics and on demand reporting for library partners.
• In collaboration with the Head of Acquisitions, manage the electronic resource renewal schedule for all Tufts Libraries.
• Supervise daily operations for firm and standing order acquisitions in all formats.
• Supervise staff to ensure effective operations and build understanding of evolving practices, trends, and standards.
• Collaborate with Metadata Services to ensure electronic resources are effectively managed.
• Collaborate with Digital Initiatives for materials added to the Tufts Digital Repository.
  

The Search Committee with begin reviewing applications on October 18, 2024.

Basic Requirements:

• Knowledge and skills as typically acquired by a Master's degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution, or equivalent combination of knowledge and experience
• Ability to work effectively and creatively in a collaborative and complex environment
• Demonstrated analytical skills and experience with statistical analysis, including producing reports and effectively communicating findings
• Strong service orientation and commitment to sustaining an inclusive environment in a diverse community
• Familiarity with integrated library management systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Alma integrated library system
• Knowledge of current and emerging issues, trends, workflows, business models and best practices in the changing landscape of library acquisitions
• 2 years acquisitions experience in an academic library
• Supervisory experience
• Experience in project planning, workflow development, and writing documentation
• Knowledge of current issues and trends in scholarly publishing, and shared collection development and management
• Knowledge of MARC format and current cataloging standards.
• Knowledge of a foreign language