Electronic Resources Technician

St. Francis Xavier University•Antigonish, NS

12d•Onsite

About The Position

StFX is a top-ranking Canadian university, and we are seeking an energetic and organized professional to fill the position of Electronic Resources Library Technician in the Library. The Electronic Resources Library Technician manages the library’s electronic collections, including journals, eBooks, and digital media. Reporting to the Collections Librarian, the role oversees ordering, renewals, access verification, and invoicing using an ILS and vendor platforms. The position also supports print subscription acquisitions and coordinates budgeting for ongoing resources. Responsibilities include maintaining records, reports, and statistics, and collaborating with colleagues and librarians to support effective workflows and informed purchasing and renewal decisions.

Requirements

A degree or diploma (Library Technician Diploma) in a relevant area from a recognized university or college and/or equivalent experience
Advanced computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (in particular MS Excel, Outlook)
Strong attention to detail and aptitude for understanding budgets
Excellent time management, organizational skills, and problem solving skills
Strong ability to work with minimal supervision, self-motivated, and well organized
The candidate must exhibit superior communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Coordinate renewals, payments, access, and entitlements for electronic resources
Track renewal schedules and incoming invoices
Maintain and update electronic resource records in the ILS
Manage vendor accounts, pricing, and licensing information
Ensure seamless on- and off-campus access; troubleshoot access issues
Analyze title lists, monitor changes, and recommend subscription adjustments
Verify, process, and reconcile invoices and vendor statements
Monitor budgets, forecast subscription costs, and prepare financial reports
Process print subscriptions, including ordering, verification, and issue resolution
Maintain accurate records, usage statistics, and reports to support collection decisions