Head of Electronic Resources and Acquisitions

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Head of Electronic Resources and Acquisitions

Frostburg State University, Lewis J. Ort Library, seeks applications for a full-time, faculty-level position as the Head of Electronic Resources and Acquisitions. Salary commensurate with experience; University System of Maryland benefits package included.

Frostburg State University seeks a dynamic, forward-thinking, collaborative individual with demonstrated experience and potential to provide innovative strategies for supporting student learning and scholarly research while promoting a culture of excellent service to library users.

Responsibilities: Directs all activities of the Acquisitions, Continuing Resources, and E-Resources Management Unit including the acquisition of and de-selection of library materials in all formats, including electronic, print, non-print, and serial resources. Responsible for the full lifecycle of electronic resources including conducting negotiation with vendors as well as coordinating the evaluation of license agreements. Oversees management of the library materials budget in consultation with the Library Director. Coordinates shared print initiatives. Supervises staff involved in the acquisition and withdrawal of library materials, including associated fiscal activities. Collects, analyzes, and reports statistics to inform evidence-based collection development decisions. Serves as a liaison to assigned academic departments. Engages in professional scholarship and service activities in fulfillment of University System of Maryland and Frostburg State University promotion standards and procedures. Represents the library on relevant University and system-wide committees.

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s in Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited program. Three years of successful, progressively responsible professional experience in electronic resources management and technical processing or acquisitions management, including at least one year of administrative or supervisory experience. Experience with integrated library systems, discovery systems, and associated e-resources knowledgebases. Experience with electronic resources licensing terms and conditions as well as procurement processes. Working knowledge of usage reporting formats (COUNTER, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with acquisitions workflows, budgeting, or e-resources licensing in an ExLibris Alma or similar ILS environment. Demonstrated ability to negotiate licenses and manage vendor relationships. Working knowledge of library analytic tools and usage data platforms. Demonstrated ability to apply statistical methods in gathering and analyzing a wide variety of data, including interpreting financial data. Experience with collection development theory and practices in an academic library. Familiarity with shared print or collaborative collection development efforts. Experience with the responsibilities and processes associated with faculty status. Evidence of professional contribution and achievement beyond the library.

About the University: A member institution of the University System of Maryland, Frostburg State University is a public, comprehensive, largely residential regional university offering programs in the sciences, education, business, the arts and humanities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. FSU prides itself on being a dynamic, learning-centered institution that emphasizes teaching with opportunities for professional development and research. Approximately 4,000 students enroll yearly.

About the Area: FSU is located on a scenic 260-acre campus in the gorgeous mountains of Western Maryland. Affectionately referred to as Mountain Maryland, our region is the outdoor enthusiasts’ paradise, offering a combined 600 miles of biking and hiking trails, numerous lakes, rivers, streams, and waterfalls and 170,000 acres of public land, including 12 state parks, three state forests and one national park. With four seasons of outdoor recreation, including hunting, fishing, hiking, skiing & snowboarding, biking, rock climbing, world-class whitewater rafting, kayaking, recreational boating and off-road vehicle trails, Mountain Maryland offers a great quality of life and the ideal opportunity to craft your own work/life balance. With a reputation for safe communities, excellent schools and competitive wages, Mountain Maryland is a great place to raise a family and create a community of like-minded, outdoor adventure seeking, friends and colleagues.  Frostburg offers a family-friendly college town feel with easy access to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington, DC, and Baltimore. If you are looking for a great place to live, work, and play in a beautiful mountain region with access to unlimited outdoor recreation adventure, FSU is for you!

To Apply: Please visit https://marylandconnect.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FSU_Careers. Along with your application, please provide the following: 1) resume; 2) a cover letter specifically addressing the requirements in this advertisement; and 3) contact information for three professional references.

For full assurance of consideration, please apply by February 17, 2026.

This position is open until filled.

FSU is proud to be a diverse and inclusive multicultural university.

Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce.  FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request.  Please notify us in advance. 
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FSU is proud to be a diverse and inclusive multicultural university.