CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Salaried

DEPARTMENT: Library

REPORTS TO: Director of Miller Library

LOCATION: Grand Rapids, MI primarily with hybrid remote work possible

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a liaison to faculty and students in Business and Computer Science subject areas.
• Provide Research Instruction to faculty and students as requested for the specific subject areas.
• Provide research assistance for Cornerstone community.
• Sourcing resources for subject matter experts to use in the development of courses.
• Create and manage a learning resources repository used by faculty and other subject matter experts to access digital content for specific courses.
• Create and maintain electronic resource records in electronic resource management applications, including electronic resource licenses and licensing expressions.
• Responsible for the maintenance of print periodicals.
• Manage remote (off-campus) access to library resources and databases.
• Manage the Library's link resolver, knowledge base, and discovery layer.
• Troubleshoot e-access problems reported by patrons and other library staff.
• Collect and manage database statistics using spreadsheets and other Admin modules.
• Attend work related professional meetings and workshops.
• Serve on standing or other committees as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

REFERRED QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors degree in Library and Information Science (ALA accredited), Masters degree preferred.
• Minimum 1-3 years of related digital experience in an academic library.
• Knowledge and understanding of an integrated library system, experience with Innovative Interfaces Sierra preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of acquisitions processes for electronic resources, e.g., licensing, access provision, link resolver, electronic resource management, and discovery layer.
• Knowledge and understanding in licensing of digital content.
• Experience with multiple electronic/digital sources of content preferred, with an eye for access in multiple mobile modalities. Some examples include SerialsSolutions products 360 Core, 360 Link, Summon; Innovative Interfaces’ ERM; EZProxy; and Springshare LibGuides.
• Knowledge of technology trends, standards, and issues in academic libraries and higher education.

SALARY AND START DATE:

• $40,000 - 55,000/year. The actual salary will be commensurate with professional credentials, education and experience. A full benefit package including health plans, disability coverage, and retirement is included.
• Preferred start date as soon as possible

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and an active Christian commitment.
• A theology and Christian worldview that supports the values and mission of Cornerstone University evidenced by an ability to affirm and exemplify the university’s doctrinal statement, “The Cornerstone Confession.”
• Enthusiastic embrace of the Cornerstone University Identity, Mission and Vision statements.

Review of candidates will begin immediately. Please apply online if you are interested in this position.

ABOUT CORNERSTONE UNIVERSITY:

Cornerstone University is a vibrant interdenominational evangelical university that prepares students for lives of global influence in an academically rigorous, spiritually rich educational community. It is located minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, a dynamic city in Western Michigan that offers a wealth of outdoor and cultural activities. Learn more about Cornerstone at www.cornerstone.edu.