Collection Analysis and Strategies Librarian Position

1 week ago


Boca Raton, Florida, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Title: Collection Analysis and Strategies Librarian

Florida Atlantic University Libraries is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Collection Analysis and Strategies Librarian to join our team. As a key member of our collection development team, you will be responsible for managing the selection, enhancement, and assessment of all resources for the general electronic and print collections.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement strategies for collection analysis and assessment to inform decision-making for collections renewals and purchases.
  • Manage the selection, assessment, and disposition of general library resources in all formats, including government documents.
  • Lead collection analysis and data-driven assessment activities to determine subject area gaps for future acquisitions.
  • Coordinate the work of full-time staff in Collection Management and track/document performance of this work to help inform performance reviews.
  • Manage deselection processes for general collections resources, including government documents, in all formats.
  • Advise on Digital Commons and Digital Library curation.
  • Work closely with the Electronic Resources Coordinator on the management and documentation of library access models and entitlements.
  • Manage budget allocations and the selection and ordering of materials by liaisons and ensure these activities align with the University's and Libraries' policies and priorities.
  • Create and monitor a process for fiscal assessment for one-time purchases.
  • Collaborate with the Acquisitions and Collections Data Management Librarian to analyze the usage data of electronic resources to help guide collection development, acquisitions, and deselection decisions for students and faculty on the Boca Raton, Jupiter, Harbor Branch, and Fort Lauderdale campuses.
  • Work with subject liaisons and provide collections data for University program reviews, course proposals, and accreditations. Provide Liaison Coordinator and Instruction Coordinator with collections updates and enhancements.
  • Maintain collections statistics for annual reports and internal and external assessment surveys.
  • Assist in troubleshooting and problem-solving access issues and providing expert support to ensure ongoing usability and accessibility of electronic resources.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with library resource vendors and publishers to advocate for the seamless discovery of resources, improvement of product accessibility, and receipt of available metadata, with the end goal of providing excellent support of users' needs.
  • Actively collaborate with Collection Management team members on emerging technologies, standards, and issues of collection strategies.
  • Develop, document, recommend, and implement new approaches and workflows to the management of resources in order to facilitate the seamless and effective delivery of information to students, faculty, and staff.
  • Serve on the University/College Library's Collection Development Committee (Broward College).
  • Participate in liaison activities in assigned subject areas.
  • Actively engage with University and library colleagues to ensure current collections and services meet the needs of the FAU community and support the University's and Libraries' mission and strategic plan.
  • Participate in FAU programs and events that promote student recruitment, engagement, academic preparedness, and graduation.
  • Participate in Libraries' engagement events.
  • Contribute to developing and strengthening a positive view of the FAU Libraries as an active partner in the University's educational and research mission and assist with promoting the Libraries' needs and services.
  • Work closely with library colleagues on community outreach, engagement, and development activities.
  • Develop an annual professional development plan.
  • Develop an annual engagement plan.
  • Investigate opportunities to carry out, publish, and present original scholarship, research, and scholarly projects related to the area of expertise or responsibility.
  • Serve on appropriate Libraries, University, regional or national committees.
  • Submit recurring library faculty activity reports as assigned.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
  • ALA-accredited Master's degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent.
  • Minimum of five years of experience with collection development experience in an academic, special, or public library or related field.
  • Demonstrates ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member and team leader where consultation, flexibility, creativity, collaboration, and cooperation are essential.
  • Demonstrates familiarity with managing collections in an integrated library system (ILS) and discovery tool (e.g. Ex Libris Alma/Primo VE).
  • Demonstrates strong organization skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrates familiarity with COUNTER and other electronic resources usage metrics.
  • Demonstrates intermediate proficiency with Excel and/or other spreadsheet software.
  • Ability to use information technologies for effective communication and work productivity.
  • Demonstrates initiative and strong interpersonal skills with a high level of professionalism and exceptional work ethic.
  • Ability to adapt to change in an ever-evolving and rapidly growing institution.
  • Ability to analyze and communicate information from various sources.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Second Master's degree and/or doctorate.
  • Three years of experience in academic/higher education.
  • Demonstrates sustained record of scholarship, research, and/or creative endeavors.
  • Demonstrates record of service with leadership roles on committees and projects in libraries and in the library profession.
Salary:$55,000-$60,000 firm and non-negotiableCollege or Department:University LibrariesLocation:Boca RatonWork Days and Hours:N/AApplication Deadline: Special Instructions to Applicant:This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website ) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents:
FAU's Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. When completing the online application, please upload the following:
1. Cover letter addressing the essential functions, minimum qualifications, and knowledge, skills and abilities regarding this position
2. Curriculum vitae
3. One-page librarian philosophy statement
4. Provide the names and contact information for three references

Top applicants will be invited for a campus visit and will be asked to give a presentation on a topic to be determined.

Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost's credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost's credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.

Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities.

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