The document provides information about a job opening for an Electronic Resources Team Leader position at the University of Adelaide Libraries. It includes details about the university, the position responsibilities, and requirements. The position involves managing the licensing and access of electronic resources, supervising a small team, and providing expertise in electronic resource management. Interested candidates are instructed to apply by December 3rd by submitting a cover letter and resume to the listed contact.

1. Candidate Information
For the appointment of:
Electronic Resources Team Leader
University Libraries
Prepared by
Kane McCard
Manager Permanent Recruitment

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Table of Contents
3 The University of Adelaide
4 Current Vacancy
5 Position Descriptions
8 Organisational Chart
9 Professional Staff Salaries
10 Information on Application Process
11 Links of interest
12 Privacy

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About The University of Adelaide
The University's three primary areas of focus are:
Learning and Teaching
Learning and teaching encompasses the broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees offered at the University.
Students are provided with a unique and holistic education experience and graduate attributes are aligned to career outcomes. Our degrees are relevant to the changing requirements of employers and the needs of industry and the community.
Research
The University has an international reputation for world-class research across a wide spectrum of areas leading to high impact, tangible outcomes.
We are consistently ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide and are a member of the Group of Eight; a coalition of Australia's foremost research intensive universities.
Research is conducted at postgraduate level, and by early, mid and late career researchers.
Engagement
As an institution that fosters the production and dissemination of knowledge, sharing information and inspiring through talent has always been central to our philosophy. As such, public lectures have been held since our early beginnings.
This tradition of community engagement continues today through a range of activities including public lectures such as Research Tuesdays and through music concerts, public tours and exhibitions and our radio station, Radio Adelaide.
Our biggest day of the year is Open Day where over 12,000 members of the community explore the North Terrace campus and learn more about our learning, teaching and research.
The University also works with the community in other ways through strategic partnerships and alignments with business and enterprise, government bodies, other research institutions, NGOs and industry groups. This is reflected in an extensive international partnership network.

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Current Vacancy
Executive
Electronic Resources Team Leader
University Libraries
 HE06 Full Time Continuing Role
 Based at Adelaide CBD Campus
 Manage a small team in the growth area of eContent
The University of Adelaide is one of Australia's leading research-intensive universities and is consistently ranked amongst the top 1% of universities in the world. Established in 1874, it is Australia's third oldest university with a strong reputation for preparing educated leaders and delivering research outcomes that contribute to local, national and global wellbeing. With over 26,000 enrolled students across four campuses, the University has a strategic vision to become no less than Australia’s most distinctive university, set in Australia’s most civilised of cities.
The eContent Services portfolio has responsibility for the provision of licensed electronic resources and datasets to support the research and teaching of the University. The library has a materials budget of over $8 million with 85% of this expended on electronic resources - principally under licensed agreements. Currently the University Libraries is looking to appoint the key role of Electronic Resources Team Leader.
Key areas of responsibility in the role include:
 Manage the documentary life cycle of licenses for electronic resources with reference to Library and University systems compliance
 Provide expert input to the optimum use of Library systems and their relationships with provider data sources for electronic resources control and discovery
 Specify and develop expert reports and analytics for electronic resources to support evidence based management of electronic resources
 Undertake specialist investigations, data gathering, analysis, prepare reports and recommendations to support the eContent Services Librarian
 Assign and monitor workloads of team members
 Provide expert help to assist team members resolve complex problems
 Manage a help desk service
 Develop and report measures of client satisfaction
Ideally suiting individuals with experience working with systems relating to electronic resource management in a research library setting, it is expected the successful candidate will have strong knowledge of the issues relating to the management of electronic resources, understand the trends and developments in scholarly publishing and the ability to organise and supervise staff in a small team setting. It is expected the successful applicant will hold a tertiary qualification in a relevant field and be eligible for professional membership of Australian Library and Information Association.
Interested applicants can apply to Kane McCard via the McArthur website www.mcarthur.com.au quoting reference number 128982. Applications close 5pm December 3rd and should consist of a cover letter of no more than 2 pages accompanied by your resume. Telephone enquiries are welcomed during business hours to 08 8100 7000. Confidentiality of all applicants is assured. The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, who meet the requirements of this position, are strongly encouraged to apply.
The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please contact Kane McCard
P 08 8100 7000
E kane.mccard@mcarthur.com.au
Reference No 128982
Best People Fit

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Position Description
Position Summary:
The University of Adelaide is a leading research intensive university that provides world class education and research across a full range of academic and professional disciplines.
The Division of Services and Resources comprises 7 Branches which provide enabling services and the resource capacity to support the University’s teaching and research goals and activities. University Libraries comprise the Barr Smith Library, the Elder Music Library, the Law Library, Waite Library and Roseworthy Library. Library services include selection, acquisition and management of a broad range of physical and electronic resources, and professional staff to support research, teaching and learning.
The eContent Services portfolio has responsibility for the provision of, and access to, licensed electronic resources and datasets to support the research and teaching of the University and also, under the management of a Digital Services Librarian, for the University’s institutional repository - and the provision of digital online content required for teaching purposes through the University student learning system within Australian Copyright Law and applicable Licences.
Working under general direction the Electronic Resources Team leader provides expert knowledge in the management and control of electronic resources. The position is also responsible for managing the operations and supervision of the staff for the acquisition and maintenance of access to electronic resource and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders in operations and services.
Scope
Library services are provided to a population of over 22,000 students (of which about 28% are international students), and over 1,300 academic staff.
Library holdings exceed 2,200,000 items, with 20,000 new monograph volumes catalogued and 3,500 bound volumes of journals accessioned in 2010. The libraries subscribe to approximately 3,000 printed journal titles and 63,000 electronic journals. The Library lends 500,000 items annually, including 12,500 items to other Australian libraries.
The Library has a materials budget of $8.3 million (2010) with 85% being expended on electronic resources - principally under licensed agreements
Significant internal/
external relationships
Acquisitions & Metadata Services Staff
Research & Branch Librarians
Records Management Office staff
Library Systems Staff
Electronic Resources publishers and providers of associated services
Special conditions
The position is located at the Barr Smith Library (North Terrace Campus) but may require location at any of the University libraries.
Some out of normal hours work may be required.
Some intrastate and interstate travel may be required.
Reasonable workplace adjustments will be made for people with a disability.
Delegations
$10,000

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Electronic resource management
 Manage the documentary life cycle of licenses for electronic resources with reference to Library and University systems and compliance
 Provide expert input to the optimum use of Library systems and their relationships with provider data sources for electronic resource control and discovery
 Specify and develop expert reports and analytics for electronic resources to support evidence based management of electronic resources
 Undertake specialist investigations, data gathering and analysis, and prepare reports and recommendations as required to support the eContent Services Librarian
Leadership and supervision
 Lead the team to achieve planned objectives
 Assign and monitor workloads of team members
 Ensure competency of team members is maintained and developed through provision of training and development
 Ensure that the work of the team is coordinated with functions performed in other areas of the Libraries
 Ensure required standards are met in all processes
 Provide expert help diagnose and resolve or assist team members to resolve complex problems
Operational management
 Supervise the operations for the acquisition and maintenance of access to electronic resources
 Review, develop and document procedures and practices relating to electronic resource management workflows
 Establish, develop, review and report on performance indicators for operations within a framework of continuous improvement
Stakeholder relationships
 Manage a help desk service by reporting staff for electronic resource access problems
 Resolve or engage with providers of resources or systems on advanced and complex problems in access or control
 Develop and report measures of client satisfaction
 Maintain operational relationships with vendors
Library projects and service points
 Lead key projects in area of responsibility
 Participate in the development and implementation of change initiatives intended to improve Library Services
 May participate in Library service points if required
Capability and Behaviours
Achievement Drive
 Committed to meeting deadlines even with demanding timeframes.
 Negotiates and sets expectations for work commitments.
Continuous Learning
 Undertakes regular review of work practices to identify areas for improvement.
 Identifies possible solutions to solve an issue when raising it to the next level.
Leadership
 Encourages the team to achieve common goals.
 Motivates people by involving them in planning.
 Leads projects in areas of responsibility.

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Managing People
 Recognises and fosters the potential of direct reports.
 Makes timely and considered decisions.
 Communicates broad level objectives and goals to colleagues.
 Ensures a balanced focus on people and results
Service Focus
 Uses initiative in actively and promptly following up with clients to ensure satisfaction with the service.
 Seeks and acts on client feedback.
 Agrees expectations with client to ensure client understands service delivery timeframes.
Strategic Thinking
 Supports others in discriminating between important and essential activities.
 Identifies the broader impact of problems in own work area and acts to minimise or address these.
Knowledge and Experience
 Demonstrated experience working with systems relating to electronic resource management in a research library  Specialist knowledge of the issues related to the management of electronic resources
 Understanding of trends and developments in scholarly publishing
 Demonstrated ability to organise and supervise staff to achieve operational objectives
 Demonstrated ability in the development, improvement and documentation of procedures
 Advanced spread sheeting and Microsoft Office suite skills
 Proven ability for data gathering and analysis
Qualifications
 University degree with a qualification giving eligibility for professional membership of ALIA with subsequent relevant Occupational Health,
Safety and Welfare
Requirements
 All Supervising staff are required to implement and maintain the University’s OH&S Management System in areas under their control ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and the established Performance Standards. All other staff will assist the Head of School/Branch to create and maintain a safe and healthy work environment by working safely, adhering to instructions and using the equipment provided in accordance with safe operating procedures. Where appropriate, staff will initiate and participate in worksite inspections, accident reporting and investigations, develop safe work procedures and provide appropriate information, instruction, training and supervision. Staff will also inform the Head of School/Branch of any unsafe working practices or hazardous working conditions.
University Expectations
All staff are expected to:
 Contribute to the efficient and effective functioning of their team or work unit in order to meet University objectives. This includes demonstrating appropriate and professional workplace behaviours in accordance with the Code of Conduct, providing assistance to team members if required and undertaking other key responsibilities or activities as directed by one’s supervisors;
 Participate in the Planning, Development Review Process which includes a regular review of their performance against the responsibilities an performance objectives associated with the role and demonstration of appropriate behaviours which reflect a commitment to the University’s values and strategic directions;
 Perform their responsibilities in a manner which reflects and responds to continuous improvement; and
 Read, understand and comply with all University policies and procedures.

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Organisational Chart

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Professional Staff Salaries

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Information on Application Process
Thank you for registering your interest and reviewing the details for the position of Communications Officer with The University of Adelaide
The following is an outline of the recruitment process:
Your Application
Applications for this position should consist of two sections:
1. Your CV detailing your employment history, educational qualifications and contact details.
2. A cover letter of up to two pages outlining your relevant experience and achievements, relatable to the criteria outlined in the provided position description
The Recruitment Process
Search and Advertising:
You may be contacted for further discussion on your application during the search and advertising phase that takes place up until the closing date of applications.
Application Review and Shortlisting:
In collaboration with the client following the close of applications, McArthur will finalise review of all applications and agree on a shortlist based on application data and screening content. Screening may involve initial interviews with a McArthur consultant to clarify detail and compile a more comprehensive profile of your application.
Panel Interviews:
Selection for interview will be based on how well you have provided comparative information compared to other applicants. You will be contacted in advance to arrange a suitable time to attend. If you are not selected for panel
interview, you will be notified by email.
Psychometric Assessments:
Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete an online Psychometric Assessment during this process.
Reference Checks:
At the appropriate time, information may be sought from your nominated referees. It is preferable that one of these referees is your most recent or current supervisor. Your permission will be sought prior to any contact being made.
Confidentiality is assured.
Background Checks:
For some positions it may be necessary to verify information you have provided (e.g. Educational qualifications), or to undertake certain pre-employment checks (e.g. criminal conviction check, working with children check). These checks will be conducted on the preferred applicant(s) only.

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Links of interest
Adelaide University Website:
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/
Adelaide University History
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/about/history/
Barr Smith Library
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/library/about/libraries/bsl/
Information for Future Staff
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/staff/future/offer/
Living in Adelaide
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/staff/future/living/
Moving to Adelaide
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/staff/future/moving/
Frequently Asked Questions
http://www.adelaide.edu.au/staff/future/faq/

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Privacy
McArthur operates under the National Privacy Principles set out in the Privacy Act of 1988. Further information regarding the Act and how McArthur will use and store your personal information can be found in the Privacy section of our website at www.mcarthur.com.au.
As part of the recruitment process for senior or executive appointments, McArthur will compile a matrix of all applicants summarising the recent employment and relevant qualifications for each. This matrix may be provided
to clients to aid in short-listing discussions. Please advise us at the time of applying if you do not wish your details
to be included.
Applications close: 5pm December 3rd 2014 and must be received (preferably in Word format) via our website www.mcarthur.com.au. Quoting relevant reference number Attention: Kane McCard. McArthur reserves the right to accept applications after this date in consultation with The University of Adelaide.
If you require any assistance during the application process, please call Kane McCard on 08 8100 7000
We look forward to receiving your application and discussing this position with you in further detail.