Position Description: NC LIVE is seeking an Electronic Resources Librarian to ensure access for all North Carolinians to NC LIVE’s online collection of over 1.8 billion full-text articles, ebooks, streaming videos, digitized newspapers, and more. These resources are a combination of owned, subscribed, and Open Access resources available to all residents of North Carolina. The Electronic Resources Librarian plays a key role in NC LIVE’s day-to-day operations by maintaining various points of access to these resources for member libraries and end-users, including through the NC LIVE website, authentication system, discovery system, and vendor interfaces.
This position plays a crucial role in supporting NC LIVE’s mission to provide high-quality digital resources statewide. They collaborate with colleagues at 200+ member institutions to integrate NC LIVE’s content into their local systems and enhance e-resource discovery and usage across the state.
Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS, MIS, or equivalent advanced degree. Knowledge of trends and practices in electronic resource management. Familiarity with library management systems supporting e-resource and discovery functions, such as integrated library systems (ILS), knowledge bases, electronic resource management systems (ERMS), issue tracking systems, or discovery interfaces Experience designing and managing projects, including bringing them to a successful conclusion. Ability to work independently, creatively, and collaboratively in a team environment, including the ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships. Capacity to thrive in an agile, highly collaborative environment and to respond effectively to changing needs and priorities.
Salary: $68,000 minimum