This position serves as the Recognized Resource for the administration of the Library of Michigan's virtual library - eLibrary (MeL). The State of Michigan virtual library, MeL, is approximately a four million-dollar anywhere, anytime library for Michigan Residents that provides a variety of resources to all Michigan residents and libraries. MeL includes dozens of licensed electronic databases; a statewide resource sharing platform that allows patrons from more than 400 libraries to borrow materials from other libraries; training for users; as well as tools and marketing to support the educational and library community's use of the program. The various resources are provided to users via the MeL.org website as well as directly from vendors. The statewide program involves multiple vendors, contracts and stakeholders across the state. The position is responsible for the development of the program's vision and strategies while overseeing the implementation of work by all parties to meet program goals. The position is responsible for the management of vendor/partner relations, oversight of contracting processes, ensuring access to resources, communicating with the library community, overseeing the development of tools to enhance use of MeL, and overall coordination of additional project activities related to the program. The position collaborates with partners both inside and outside of state government to accomplish goals and day to day activities. The position advises the State Librarian and library staff on statewide and national e-library issues. The position represents the Library of Michigan at state and national levels, participates in pertinent professional associations and acquires continuing education essential to carry out job responsibilities.
Education: Possession of a master's degree in library science. Experience: Three years of administrative or consultative, professional, librarian experience, including one year equivalent to a Library Consultant P13.
