Part-Time Library Specialist - Electronic Resources
About The Position
The Part Time Library Specialist – Electronic Resources supports access to electronic resource databases and assists with the assessment of library resource usage. Responsibilities include monitoring and testing online databases and journals, reporting access issues, and helping maintain information in online discovery tools and research guides. The position also provides assistance to students and faculty in using online library resources and assists with assessment and responsible use of emerging technologies, including AI tools, to support academic work and information literacy.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning or any equivalent combination of education and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities as approved by the Library Director.
- Experience with utilizing library electronic resources and databases in an academic setting.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Proficiency with computers and the Windows operating system.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Sensitivity and responsiveness to diverse populations.
- Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks accurately.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in library and information science or a related field from an ALA-accredited institution of higher learning.
- Demonstrated experience with advanced features of library databases.
- Experience with electronic resource management workflows and library service platforms (e.g. FOLIO).
- Experience using AI tools and agents for academic research.
- Experience with library resource usage statistic standards and protocols (e.g. COUNTER, SUSHI).
Responsibilities
- Assist students and faculty in using digital library products, discovery tools, and online research services.
- Assist library staff with the maintenance and support of electronic resources, integrated library systems, and online access tools.
- Provide troubleshooting for database and electronic resource access issues and assist with testing database functionality.
- Help update and maintain information about electronic resources for the library website, learning management system, and other user-facing platforms.
- Assist with electronic resources and metadata-related tasks, including organizing files, preparing materials for discovery enhancements, or supporting digitization activities.
- Support information literacy efforts by preparing instructional materials and assisting with the creation and maintenance of research guides.
- Assist with data collection, usage statistics, and other assessment activities to help evaluate and improve access to electronic resources.
- Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality according to scheduled part-time hours.
- Follow college policies and procedures relevant to part-time employees.
- Perform other assigned duties, which may include attending occasional meetings, training, or on-campus functions as applicable to part-time status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
