Content Services Librarian

Rockhurst University is seeking applications for a dynamic and innovative professional to serve as Content Services Librarian, a full-time staff position in the Greenlease Library Content Management and Discovery Services Department. Founded by the Jesuits in 1910, Rockhurst is a comprehensive university of 3000 students that offers more than fifty undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs taught by nationally recognized faculty.  Rockhurst emphasizes learning, leadership, and service.  Our mission is to transform lives by creating a learning community centered on excellence in undergraduate liberal and graduate education.  Rockhurst is Catholic and Jesuit, involved in the life and growth of the city and the region, and committed to the service of the contemporary world.  We employ approximately 500 faculty and staff.
 
General Responsibilities:
▪ The Content Services Librarian reports to the Content Management and Discovery Services Librarian. This position is responsible for the oversight of the daily operations related to the acquisition of materials in all formats. The librarian maintains and monitors library acquisitions funds and budgets, in collaboration with other library staff and university departments. The librarian works closely with library staff and faculty to facilitate the identification, selection and fiscal control of resources while managing the metadata and library systems required in maintaining user access to resources.
▪ The successful candidate will have the personal qualities that exemplify the University’s Jesuit character, mission and commitment to excellence.   An active approach to leadership by example and influence along with a collaborative, team-oriented and highly communicative personal style will be essential skills for this position.  

Specific requirements include:
▪ Manages the daily operations of expenditures and accounting of the library budget, including receipt of materials, systems access and records, electronic invoicing, reconciliation, statistics and report creation. 
▪ Builds and maintains relationships with vendors to acquire, establish, and ensure consistent access to library holdings.
▪ Serves as the administrator for vendor platforms, ordering services, and content providers systems used to manage, order, or evaluate library materials.
▪ Formulates and disseminates documentation of policies, procedures, guidelines, and operational workflows to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
▪ Acts as a liaison to assigned academic departments and engages with other liaison librarians to pursue diversity and inclusion in the equitable acquisition of materials.
▪ Provides research and instruction services to students, faculty and other users as needed.
▪ Supervises student assistants in the department.
▪ Serve on university and consortium committees related to areas of responsibility as a representative of the library.
▪ Participate in national, regional, and state associations.
▪ Completes other duties assigned in support of the Rockhurst mission.
 
Required Minimum Qualifications:
▪ Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program. 
▪ Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a highly collaborative setting, communicate objectives, document and solve problems in a timely manner, and prioritize multiple projects appropriately.
▪ Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel or a comparable spreadsheet program for effective data analysis and reporting.
▪ Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills to ensure effective communication at all levels.
 
Preferred Qualifications:
▪ Experience working in an academic or research library.
▪ Understanding of business and licensing models, their budget implications, and the ability to clearly communicate that understanding.
▪ Experience with the acquisition of resources, establishing workflows, and working in an integrated library system, preferably Innovative Interfaces Sierra.
▪ Working knowledge of digital tools, standards, and initiatives, such as GOBI, EBSCOnet, ISSN, MARC,  KBART.
▪ Knowledge of current developments in acquisitions strategies and collection development.
▪ Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
▪ Ability to implement new technologies to enhance services and collections.
▪ Experience in reference services or library instruction.
▪ Experience in supervising students or part-time employees.
▪ Commitment to ongoing professional development including membership in national, state and local professional associations.
▪ Demonstrated commitment to diversity and understanding of the contributions of inclusive perspectives.
 
Full-time Rockhurst employees enjoy an excellent benefits package including:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• A 37.5-hour work week
• Tax-deferred retirement plan with a generous company match
• Free undergraduate and graduate classes for employees - 6 credit hour limit per semester
• Free undergraduate classes for spouses and dependent children
• Vacation and sick time along with 14 paid holidays
• Positive work environment
• Leadership and development opportunities
 
 
The application process requires a cover letter, salary requirements, and contact information for three references.  Rockhurst cannot accept any application materials (resumes, cover letters, etc.) by email, mail, or walk-in. All applications and application materials must be submitted through our online application system.Apply here on RU's Career page: https://apptrkr.com/1720162

Applicants who would enhance the diversity of the University, such as individuals from historically underrepresented groups, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Rockhurst University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.