Emerging Resources Librarian
August 2017
Location: Rochester, NY
Description: Under the direction of the Director, this position is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and implementing technologies to incorporate into the Library’s research and training activities. The Emerging Resources Librarian will stay current with best practices, standards, and technologies related to providing library services online and will apply this knowledge to existing and new services offered by the Library.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the overall administration, maintenance and troubleshooting of the library’s electronic resources, integrated library system, intranet, and SharePoint site.
- Assists in the ongoing assessment of existing technologies and identifies and implements new and emerging technologies and upgrades in collaboration with research team and IT department.
- Works closely with vendors, research team and other departments to implement, modify, and maintain services to meet information needs and in anticipation of changing needs.
- Collaborates with research team to plan and conduct innovative training for attorneys and staff in all offices.
- Assists with collection development and evaluation, recommends resources and other alternatives for completing complex research and other information needs
- Identifies emerging trends, technologies and best practices in electronic resources management that have the potential for new and improved library services.
- Assists Director with usability studies, cost comparisons and evaluates site analytics to determine if web services and applications are meeting the needs of users.
- Keeps abreast of technological changes in the library profession, utilizes all equipment and resources available to fulfill the Library’s mission.
- Provides legal, business and other non-legal research and reference work as needed
Qualifications:
- Master of Library Science or Master of Science in Library or Information Science, from a program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA).
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in library instruction and conducting library research; experience in a managerial/supervisory role preferred.
- Knowledge and experience with emerging digital and instructional technologies along with innovative library trends and technologies.
- Experience with Research Monitor
- Knowledge of copyright, fair use, and related concepts in an online setting.
- Proficient with MS Office and Windows based software, including SharePoint and Excel
- Consistent flexibility, resilience and resourcefulness
- Demonstrates consistent logic, rationality and objectivity in decision making
- Exhibits strong verbal and written communication skills
- Military experience a plus
All interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter
Harris Beach PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer