Collection Strategy Librarian

Job ID: 2956897

Location: Fargo

Department: LibraryPosition Information

Description & Details:

The Collection Strategies Librarian is responsible for the management and development of the NDSU Libraries' collections in alignment with the institution's academic goals and research priorities. This role will oversee the acquisition, processing, management, assessment and strategic collection development initiatives across multiple formats, including print, electronic and digital resources. In addition, the Collection Strategies Librarian will work to ensure the discoverability, integrity, reliability and functionality of the Libraries' bibliographic database, licensed resources and pertinent modules of the integrated library system.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Advertised Salary: $55,049- $60,000

Minimum Qualifications:

• Accredited M.A. (Library Science), M.S. (Library Science), M.L.S., or M.L.I.S.
• One to three years experience in acquisitions, collection development/management, or related library functions.
• Knowledge or current trends and best practices in acquisitions, collection management and library resrource development.
• Familiarity with integrated library systems (Alma/PrimoVE) and electronic resource management tools.
• Strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data to inform strategic collection decisions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with collection assessment tools and methodologies, including usage statistics and user feedback analysis.
• Knowledge of scholarly publishing, licensing agreements, and trends in academic resource sharing.
• Experience working in an academic library environment.
• Experience in budget management and cost-effective decision-making related to library collections.
• Experience with batch processing of MARC records

Applicant Materials Required: Cover Letter, CV, Resume

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan
  • Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
  • Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
  • Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
• Superb Retirement Plan
  • Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
• Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
• Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans
• More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, [email protected].

Diversity Statement:

NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.

Veteran's Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or [email protected].

NDSU is an equal opportunity institution. Women and traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.