Electronic Resources Librarian (NC LIVE)
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. In addition, they maintain close working relationships with vendors, content providers, and other consortia in support of e-resource usability and accessibility. This position reports to the Executive Director and serves as a liaison to one NC LIVE advisory committee.
Responsibilities:
The Electronic Resources Librarian’s duties and responsibilities include:
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Ensuring access to NC LIVE’s electronic resources for member libraries and end users
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Supporting libraries in integrating NC LIVE content into their local systems and in providing access via their remote authentication methods
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Troubleshooting and remedying electronic resource issues to ensure the best possible usability and accessibility
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Managing and maintaining discovery and metadata for consortial e-resources
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Maintaining remote resource access to NC LIVE’s resources via NC LIVE’s EZproxy instances
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Building and maintaining close working relationships with content providers, vendors, and other consortia and member libraries in support of e-resources discovery and access
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Contributing to the assessment of resources and services by analyzing and reporting on usage trends and collections data
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Maintaining current knowledge of regional and national trends in e-resource management
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Collaborating closely with NC LIVE and member library staff
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Liaising with one NC LIVE advisory committee
This position is based in North Carolina. This position is eligible for flexible hours and a hybrid work environment, based on organizational and operational needs.
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Position: |
Electronic Resources Librarian (NC LIVE) |
| Organization: |
NC State University Libraries |
| Location: |
Raleigh, NC
United States
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| Salary: |
$68,000 minimum |
| Posting Start Date: |
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| Date Posted: |
5/28/2025 |
| Requirements |
- 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
- Ability to foster an environment of belonging and well-being
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate clearly and knowledgeably
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| Status: |
This listing expires on: 7/27/2025 |
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