Serials & Electronic Resources Manager – Librarian III

About the role

Tarleton State University seeks a dedicated Serial & Electronic Resources Manager to lead the Serials & E‑Resources division of its University Library. Reporting to the Associate Director of Access & Collection Services, the role is based on the Stephenville campus and contributes to the university’s mission of teaching, research, and service.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee acquisition, licensing, receipt, processing, and access of serials and electronic resources.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Maintain collection budgets, usage statistics, and compliance with licensing agreements.
• Serve as Campus Security Authority, handling security‑related responsibilities for the library.
• Supervise staff within the division and coordinate workflow to support faculty and student research needs.
• Collaborate with other library units to integrate resources into discovery platforms.

Required profile

• Professional librarian with experience in serials and electronic resources management.
• Ability to work on‑site full‑time, Monday through Friday, typical hours 8 AM‑5 PM.
• Experience supervising staff or coordinating team activities.
• Willingness to serve as Campus Security Authority.

Required skills