Category: Library IT Jobs

The Auraria Library is recruiting a Web and Content Developer.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (job posting no.: 815796):

The Auraria Library, serving the University of Colorado Denver, Downtown Denver Campus; Metropolitan State College of Denver; and the Community College of Denver, seeks a dynamic, energetic, and innovative individual to serve as the Web and Content Developer. . . .

The incumbent will work closely with the Web Programmer and others throughout the library to make the web site more visually appealing and develop a content management plan to develop high quality content for the site. The incumbent is responsible for creating website templates and layouts, producing graphic elements, and web development and maintenance. The incumbent will lead accessibility, usability and quality assurance activities in relation to the library's online interfaces and write and develop web policies.

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The Library of Congress is recruiting a Digital Project Coordinator.

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The position is located in the Integrated Library System Program Office of the Technology Policy Directorate of Library Services information technology (IT) goals through implementation of projects involving the Library's integrated library system, other enterprise systems, and web enabled applications. Individually, and in collaboration with IT and user organization experts, the incumbent develops and coordinates major program components that include IT support for acquisitions, circulation, cataloging, online public professionals, IT specialists, and various working groups throughout the Library involved in technologies and systems supporting the Library's mission. The incumbent plans, coordinates, and manages a wide variety of complex projects and activities related to current and new releases of the various Technology Policy systems.

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The University of Southern California Libraries are recruiting a Director of Web Services. The position is listed as MIS Director (Decentralized).

Here's an excerpt from the ad (requisition ID: 011654):

The Director of Web Services is an integral part of the Libraries IT team. The individual will lead planning, management, development, and implementation of USC Libraries' web presence, ensuring that services provided meet users' research needs and expectations, enhance the user experience, and support the USC Libraries' strategic plan.

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The University at Albany Libraries are recruiting an Associate Director for Technical Services & Library Systems.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (ref. no.: P12-26930):

Reporting to the Dean and Director of Libraries, this senior administrative position is responsible for all activities related to acquiring information resources for the Libraries’ collections, and creating and maintaining access to collections in all formats. Responsibilities include oversight of the Acquisitions Services, Cataloging Services, Library Systems, and Database Maintenance, Processing and Bindery departments. As a member of the Libraries’ senior administrative group, the Associate Director shares responsibility for developing and implementing the mission, goals and broad policy directions for the University Libraries.

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The University of New Mexico Libraries are recruiting an Analyst/Programmer 3.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (posting number: 0814039):

Working both collaboratively and independently in a dynamic, service-oriented environment, the Analyst Programmer III will provide operational oversight and technical leadership of the UL's Library Information Technology (LIT) Applications Team and its allied services. . . . Strategic responsibilities will include advising the Director, Library Information Technology and other UL leaders on emerging trends in software development, maintaining and developing skills in information technology, and envisioning how information technology can be effectively applied academic libraries and the broader academy. This position will also perform a key role in providing leadership for the software lifecycle for critical UL applications be they developed in-house, open source projects, or proprietary packages.

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The Belmont University Library is recruiting a Systems Librarian.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (request/posting number: 0501432):

Responsible for all library systems and technology-related services, working collaboratively with library faculty and staff and providing leadership to implement new technology services and digital initiatives.

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The Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries are recruiting a Systems Librarian.

Here's an excerpt from the ad:

Reporting to the Integrated Systems Librarian in the Library Information Systems Department, the Systems Librarian will advance enterprise library applications through maintenance, customization, and professional vision. The successful candidate will work closely with team members, the Library Information Systems Department, library staff, professional colleagues, and vendors to deliver online services to the VCU community. The Systems Librarian will also provide systems administration support in both a local LAMP and an external cloud environment. He or she is responsible for exploring new technologies and identifying opportunities for their effective application, including the potential integration with other university and library systems. . . .

Although experience in certain areas is desirable, this is an entry-level position in which candidates who demonstrate excellent promise and a passion for developing superior academic library systems will be given the most serious consideration.

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The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Library is recruiting a Technical Architect for Library Content Discovery and Delivery—Library Acquisitions.

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Reporting to the Head of Acquisitions, the Technical Architect for Library Content Discovery and Delivery will collaborate with members of Library Information Technology, Content Access Management, Acquisitions, and Electronic Resource Support to plan and implement critical technology integration solutions between units that create the digital content and those that acquire, license, purchase, and provide for standardized access to it. He or she will participate in the technical and policy work necessary to bridge the gap between the infrastructure pieces and the public service and research components of online material access and use, and will provide technical mentoring to staff and assist in training and supervising the work of staff involved in e-resource management.

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The Library of Congress is recruiting an Information Technology Specialist (Automation Specialist) .

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The Automation Specialist supports the development and operation of automated activities of the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS). The incumbent works under the direction of the NLS Automation Officer to ensure that the NLS IT infrastructure is appropriate to allow NLS staff to fulfill their mission now and in the future. The incumbent is responsible for the oversight of the READS integrated library management software.

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The University of Massachusetts Boston's Healey Library is recruiting a Library Applications Development Manager.

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The Library Applications Development Manager for the Healey Library will be responsible for managing the Library’s applications and for the development of custom library applications, as needed. The Library Applications Development Manager will also: manage and analyze database and system projects, including new and on-going development, integration and support of the library’s digital and web-based services; make recommendations on library policies, procedures and protocols; define new projects and priorities, working with the University Librarian and other department heads; manage and schedule software development projects; coordinate deployment and management of production systems within the library. . .

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The University of Ottawa Library is recruiting a Web Initiatives Librarian. Required degree: "A Master's degree in Library and Information Studies (M.L.I.S.) from an ALA accredited institution."

Here's an excerpt from the ad:

Reporting to the Head, Library Systems Division the incumbent monitors, identifies and communicates innovations in the uses of the web and recommends and implements new and emerging web-based technologies and services for our environment; provides creative and technical expertise to design, develop, manage and support innovative web-based information services and systems. Working collaboratively with Library staff, the Web Initiatives Librarian leads and coordinates the creation and enhancement of the Library Web site and the staff Intranet.

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The North Carolina State University Libraries are recruiting an Emerging Technology Services Librarian. Required degree: "ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent advanced degree in library or information science."

Here's an excerpt from the ad:

The Emerging Technology Services Librarian

• provides frontline services for digital media and technology equipped spaces in the James B. Hunt Jr. Library, including the Technology Showcase, gaming lab, group studies, and media rooms
• manages the technology-lending program at Hunt Library, working closely with students and faculty to identify emerging needs for new devices and software
• recruits, trains, and supervises students who provide peer-to-peer support and instruction for related services
• publicizes the Libraries' digital media resources and technology services and updates and maintains related information on the Libraries' website

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The State Library of North Carolina is recruiting a Systems Support Librarian. Hiring Range: $32,965-$49,607. Duration: three year period.

Here's an excerpt from the ad:

NCpedia is the online North Carolina encyclopedia managed by the Library. Using a combination of XML, XHTML, CSS, Javascript, and PHP (or additional programming/scripting languages), this position manages and maintains the NCpedia s hosted Drupal installation which includes 20+ Drupal modules and continuous upgrades.

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The Oakland University Medical Library is recruiting a Web and Emerging Technologies Librarian. Required degree: "Masters degree from an ALA-accredited program."

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The Web and Emerging Technologies Librarian has overall responsibility for the design, development and management of the Medical Library web site, web applications, social media and mobile interfaces. The primary goals of this position are to continuously improve web delivery of information to students, faculty, staff and the wider community and to support the integration of information technologies and resources into the curriculum.

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The Louisiana State University Libraries are recruiting a System Librarian. Required degree: "Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited program."

Here's an excerpt from the ad (position number: 002484):

The System Librarian reports to the Dean of Libraries or his/her designee and works closely with other library administrators and managers. The System Librarian is responsible for assisting in the management of the LSU Libraries' systems operation and has primary responsibility for administering LSU's Integrated Library System (ILS).

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The Commonwealth Medical College Library is recruiting a Web Services Librarian. Required degree: "Master's degree in library and information science (MLS or MSLS) from an accredited program."

Here's an excerpt from the ad:

The web services librarian is primarily responsible for developing, maintaining and supporting the TCMC Medical Library website. In addition, the web services librarian assists with the management of electronic resources. This position provides reference services, research assistance and library instruction.

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The National Agricultural Library is recruiting a Librarian (Digital Projects). Term: "not to exceed 13 months. Position may be extended up to a maximum total appointment time of 4 years." Salary: $51,630-$81,204.

Here's an excerpt from the ad:

You will participate in the planning, development, implementation and maintenance of core digital initiatives. Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Create and/or add meta-data, classification, and search capabilities;
• Recommend enhancements to NAL's web presence;
• Seek creative solutions to leverage current technologies to integrate content and realize improvements in information management, such as Web 2.0, RSS feeds, wikis, and blogs;
• Initiate the development of electronic library information tools and services for information delivery, such as Zotero, EndNotes, and RefWorks;
• Collaborate with task forces and groups of diverse national and international members to forge information-sharing partnerships, enhance digital collections, and further database or other digital development initiatives;

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The Idaho State University Library is recruiting a Library Information Systems Administrator. Required degree; "Bachelor's degree."

Here's an excerpt from the ad (Posting Number: 2011185):

To administer the Library's Integrated System and other library information systems. Work in a collegial environment to implement emerging information technologies specific to library systems and resources.

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The Fairfield University Library is recruiting a Systems Librarian. Required degree: "A Master's degree in library science or related field is required and relevant work experience may be substituted for some of the required education."

Here's an excerpt from the ad:

The Systems Librarian serves as the primary person to provide expertise and support a variety of library systems including but not limited to the integrated library system, proxy server, interlibrary loan system, self-check station, and mobile site; analyzes maintains and enhances systems for optimal productivity through functional support, staff training, and customization; performs database maintenance and ensures data integrity, ad-hoc scripting and report writing; assists Head of Digital Services and Technology Planning with strategic planning for library technology needs.

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