112755 Assistant Head Electronic Resource Management - Boston, MA
Job Information
ID :
#10071273
# of Positions :
1
Experience Required :
3 years
Duration :
Full Time Regular
Shift :
First Shift (Day)
Hours per week :
40
Job Description
Responsibilities
As a supervisor in the Resource Management Department, the Assistant Head is responsible for acquisition of all materials for the University Libraries with special emphasis on electronic resources licensing, access, and maintenance. The Assistant Head is responsible for hiring, training and evaluating staff, for managing the priorities and day-to-day activities of the E-Resource Management unit, and for ensuring that the unit runs efficiently and smoothly. Provides back-up to the Accounts Supervisor in managing and overseeing fund-accounting activity. Interacts regularly with a range of the Library's materials vendors, including publishers, to solve problems, and participates in the evaluation of vendors and their performance. Works closely with and is knowledgeable in the relevant systems used in the Department, tests new software, and undertakes related problem-solving, in collaboration with other library staff, including the Systems Department. In collaboration with other supervisors in the Department, plays a significant role in integrating the activities of the Department with those of the Scholarly Resources Division as a whole to ensure the achievement of Divisional goals. The Assistant Head also has to develop and maintain a broad and deep understanding of acquisitions, electronic resource management and related technical services best practices.
Qualifications
ALA-accredited Master's degree in Library Science required; additional advanced degree desirable.
At least 3 years demonstrated successful experience in increasingly responsible positions managing or supervising acquisitions, serials, license negotiation, electronic resource management in academic or research libraries required.
Demonstrated knowledge of established and emerging national and international standards relating to acquisitions, serials, electronic resource management, and resource licensing and copyright. Some experience with cooperative programs, consortial initiatives, and operational workflow analyses desirable.
Knowledge of trends and issues in academic libraries, scholarly communications, higher education, publishing, preservation, and emerging technologies.
Excellent planning, analytical, interpersonal, communication, supervisory, project management and organizational skills.
Ability to work internally and externally with a wide variety of individuals at all levels, a strong service orientation, and a demonstrated commitment to staff development and diversity in the workplace.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University. Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Northeastern University is an E-Verify Employer.
How To Apply
If applying from the Careers@Northeastern site:
1. Click on the 'Add to My Positions' button;
2. Click on the 'View My Positions' button;
3. Click on the 'Apply for Positions' button;
4. Follow the instructions on how to complete 'The Application Process'.
If applying from an external job site:
1. Copy the following URL and paste it into a new browser window:
https://psoft.neu.edu/psc/neuhrprdpub/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/NEU_HR.NEU_JOBS.GBL
2. Find the position(s) you are interested in applying for and follow the instructions available on the Careers@Northeastern site.
As a supervisor in the Resource Management Department, the Assistant Head is responsible for acquisition of all materials for the University Libraries with special emphasis on electronic resources licensing, access, and maintenance. The Assistant Head is responsible for hiring, training and evaluating staff, for managing the priorities and day-to-day activities of the E-Resource Management unit, and for ensuring that the unit runs efficiently and smoothly. Provides back-up to the Accounts Supervisor in managing and overseeing fund-accounting activity. Interacts regularly with a range of the Library's materials vendors, including publishers, to solve problems, and participates in the evaluation of vendors and their performance. Works closely with and is knowledgeable in the relevant systems used in the Department, tests new software, and undertakes related problem-solving, in collaboration with other library staff, including the Systems Department. In collaboration with other supervisors in the Department, plays a significant role in integrating the activities of the Department with those of the Scholarly Resources Division as a whole to ensure the achievement of Divisional goals. The Assistant Head also has to develop and maintain a broad and deep understanding of acquisitions, electronic resource management and related technical services best practices.
Qualifications
ALA-accredited Master's degree in Library Science required; additional advanced degree desirable.
At least 3 years demonstrated successful experience in increasingly responsible positions managing or supervising acquisitions, serials, license negotiation, electronic resource management in academic or research libraries required.
Demonstrated knowledge of established and emerging national and international standards relating to acquisitions, serials, electronic resource management, and resource licensing and copyright. Some experience with cooperative programs, consortial initiatives, and operational workflow analyses desirable.
Knowledge of trends and issues in academic libraries, scholarly communications, higher education, publishing, preservation, and emerging technologies.
Excellent planning, analytical, interpersonal, communication, supervisory, project management and organizational skills.
Ability to work internally and externally with a wide variety of individuals at all levels, a strong service orientation, and a demonstrated commitment to staff development and diversity in the workplace.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University. Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Northeastern University is an E-Verify Employer.
How To Apply
If applying from the Careers@Northeastern site:
1. Click on the 'Add to My Positions' button;
2. Click on the 'View My Positions' button;
3. Click on the 'Apply for Positions' button;
4. Follow the instructions on how to complete 'The Application Process'.
If applying from an external job site:
1. Copy the following URL and paste it into a new browser window:
https://psoft.neu.edu/psc/neuhrprdpub/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/NEU_HR.NEU_JOBS.GBL
2. Find the position(s) you are interested in applying for and follow the instructions available on the Careers@Northeastern site.
Company Information
Name :
Description :
Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston, and a leader in interdisciplinary research, urban engagement, and the integration of classroom learning with real-world experience. Our signature cooperative education program, one of the largest and most innovative in the world, is ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. We offer a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in six undergraduate colleges, eight graduate schools, and two part-time divisions.
Type :
Direct Employer
Address :
716 Columbus Place Suite 250
Boston, MA 02120
Boston, MA 02120
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