Reporting directly to the Deputy Director, the Content Management Librarian is responsible for carrying out activities related to the acquisition of library materials. This position will manage the acquisition budget in coordination with the Executive Director; works with other library personnel to provide relevant data analysis for the library’s collections; makes informed and collaborative collection decisions, including selection and deselection of print and electronic materials. In addition,... more details
The Rodino Center at Seton Hall Law School invites applications for the position of Content Management Librarian and Assistant Professor. The Rodino Center team of librarians and experienced staff provide the highest level of reference assistance, research instruction, and library support to meet the information needs of the Seton Hall Law community.
The Content Management Librarian plays an important role in print and electronic library acquisitions and works closely with the Executive Director of the Rodino Center to maximize resource utilization. This position also includes formal and informal research instruction.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting directly to the Deputy Director, the Content Management Librarian is responsible for carrying out activities related to the acquisition of library materials. This position will manage the acquisition budget in coordination with the Executive Director; works with other library personnel to provide relevant data analysis for the library’s collections; makes informed and collaborative collection decisions, including selection and deselection of print and electronic materials.
In addition, the incumbent:
Coordinates acquisitions of print and electronic resources.
Collaborates to maintain a collection that anticipates the needs of the law school community.
Ensures invoices are paid in a timely manner.
Serves as renewal and invoicing contact for multiple vendors. Creates related purchase orders.
Retains accurate and up to date records of orders, invoices, and acquisitions.
Develops and updates collection and acquisitions policies and workflows as needed.
Manges and troubleshoots ILS platform.
Facilitates training on ILS platform and processes as needed.
Maintains an awareness of the trends and issues affecting acquisitions and collection management and development.
Establishes and fosters relationships with law school and library colleagues through engagement in committee work and activities of law school, University, and professional organizations.
Participates in library staff development activities and engages in special projects and miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Teaches 4-6 credits per academic year.
Provides reference and research assistance to the Seton Hall Law community.
Required Qualifications:
Masters in Library Science (MLS) or Masters in Library Information Studies (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited institution or foreign equivalent.
Juris Doctor (J.D.) or foreign equivalent.
1-3 years of teaching/instructional experience (academic or law firm).
Strong project management and problem solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Desired Qualifications:
Knowledge of Folio or other open source ILS.
Budget and billing experience.
Experience in acquisitions and resource management.
Licenses and Certificates:
Salary Grade:
FA01 - Faculty
Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt
Physical Demands: General Office Environment
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and the principles of affirmative action.
