Electronic Resources Specialist

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania


Employer: University of Pittsburgh
Industry: Technical Services
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time

This position is responsible for the coordination, configuration, and administration of the institution's extensive electronic resources collections. This position is instrumental in supporting the research and learning needs of the university community. Responsible for overseeing the lifecycle of electronic resources, including e-journals, databases, e-books, and digital media, from acquisitions to accessibility. Monitors, troubleshoots, and resolves access issues by communicating with vendors and stakeholders to ensure optimal functionality of resources. Reviews, interprets, and tracks license agreements to ensure compliance to support users. Collaborates with others throughout the acquisitions and collection development process to assess and select new electronic resources. Provides support in the collection, analysis, and reporting of usage statistics and incorporates usage data into unit's renewal and cancellation review processes. This position is also responsible for training library staff and patrons on the use of electronic resource, providing specialized technical support and documentation as needed. Candidates will be expected to recognize, respect, and work effectively with individuals and groups with diverse perspectives and backgrounds in all aspects of their work and take initiative in learning about issues relating to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Created: 2024-06-06
Reference: 24003477
Country: United States
State: Pennsylvania
City: Pittsburgh
ZIP: 15216


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