Category: Library IT Jobs

The University of Massachusetts is recruiting an Integrated Library System (ILS) Coordinator.

Here's an excerpt from the ad:

Reporting to the Director of Libraries and the Five Colleges Librarians Council through the Director of Libraries, this position leads the management and ongoing utilization of the Five Colleges Libraries Aleph integrated library system, related projects and auxiliary services. Working with the UMass Amherst Libraries ILS Unit and Systems & Web Management Department staff, the primary Aleph contact(s) at each of the member libraries, the Aleph Advisory Group, and the Five Colleges functional committees, the Coordinator facilitates communication and project efforts among the libraries and within the shared Aleph system including maintaining common configuration tables, troubleshooting problem reports, writing custom reports, coordinating software patches and upgrades, and providing training and documentation to library staff. This position serves as the information conduit between vendors and the Five Colleges Libraries, including advocacy, possible enhancements, special ILS-related projects, and auxiliary services. The incumbent is expected to maintain a broad and detailed mastery of Aleph and other core applications while contributing to and advancing the collaborative vision of the Five Colleges Libraries.

The University of Virginia Library is recruiting a Director, Online Library Environment.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (posting number: 0602481):

The University of Virginia Library seeks a creative and flexible leader for the position of Director of our "online library environment," a comprehensive suite of tools and services to provide access to the Library's physical and digital collections. We seek candidates who are interested in pursuing solutions that provide faculty and students a cohesive, innovative environment for accessing information used in research, teaching, and learning. To find out more, please visit: http://www.lib.virginia.edu. . . .

The Director of the online library environment is responsible for leading the investigation and implementation of emerging information technologies as well as managing the daily operations for the Library's access and delivery applications. The Director will head a newly formed department of technologists and librarians in carrying out this activity. She or he will have oversight of all aspects of the Library's Integrated System (ILS Sirsi/Dynix Unicorn) and will lead development of an information architecture that provides a cohesive access and delivery environment. She or he will investigate new ways to provide access & delivery and workflow services traditionally provided by an ILS and seek to develop gateways to other information resources such as the Library's electronic resources and institutional repositories.

The Norris L. Brookens Library at the University of Illinois at Springfield is recruiting a Director of Library Information Systems. Salary range: $45,000-$60,000.

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Serves as administrator for all library information systems. Researches, evaluates, and implements new technologies to enhance and extend library services in innovative, user-centered, and cost-effective ways. This includes conducting research into current, new and emerging trends (may require travel to other educational institutions for demonstrations, etc.), making recommendations to the appropriate personnel and specifying new technologies to be purchased by the library. Develops implementation strategies for new systems and phase out strategies for obsolete technologies.

Provides leadership, plans and delivers excellent web-based library services for the students, faculty and staff of UIS, including creation and administration of dynamically driven web content, online forms and search and retrieval interfaces for the library’s web site. Collaborating with members of the Web Team, assures the quality, accessibility, and currency of the site, as well as consistency with the UIS web site.

The A. Frank Smith, Jr. Library Center at Southwestern University is recruiting a Head, Library Systems and Web Services

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This position serves as the system administrator for the library’s integrated library system (ILS), and also as webmaster for the library’s website. Responsible for library technology planning, support, and communication. Provides support for technology applications in all library departments as needed. Maintains an in-depth understanding of technological trends and developments affecting academic libraries through a commitment to ongoing professional development. Works collaboratively and creatively with librarians, library staff, Audiovisual Services, ITS, NITLE, and the university webmaster.

The Alliance Library System is recruiting a RSA System Administrator/Manager.

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The Alliance Library System (ALS) seeks a Resource Sharing Alliance (RSA) System Administrator/Manager to maintain and back up Windows and Linux servers, troubleshoot problems associated with the Library Information System network, SirsiDynix Symphony and other system software, and adjust system and library parameters.

The Evans Library of the Florida Institute of Technology is recruiting a Systems Librarian.

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Reporting to the Director for Resources and Services, the Systems Librarian evaluates, recommends, implements, and manages a variety of applications for remote electronic access to information resources and services. . . .

Specific duties include: planning, budgeting, coordination, and implementation of technical projects, maintenance, and updates; assistance with development of web-based training and support products; staff and user training; participation in the design and maintenance of the Library Information Network (http://lib.fit.edu); assistance with development of communications for end users about the uses and benefits of tools and applications; integration of information from different systems into a single user interface; administrative reporting; work with technical and Library teams to implement complex applications; development of policies, procedures and documentation; system and database security and integrity; troubleshooting functional problems and provision of ongoing functional support.

The Southwest Minnesota State University Library is recruiting a Technology/Instruction Librarian.

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The faculty librarian will provide leadership and expertise as a team member in the Technical Services unit of the SMSU Library. Responsibilities include management of the library website, maintaining web interfaces and developing new web initiatives; management of and technical support for library software (Libdata, EZproxy, OCLC Link Manager, etc.); and work with the ILS (ALEPH). The Librarian will provide information literacy instruction sessions. Responsibilities will also include service at the Reference Desk during scheduled hours, including some evening hours and weekend days.

The Sojourner Truth Library at SUNY New Paltz is recruiting an Associate Librarian for Information Systems/Collection Access.

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Duties: Responsible for planning, implementing and maintaining library systems and overseeing circulation, reserves and interlibrary loan operations. This is a 12-month tenure track position.

The Oliver Ocasek Regional Medical Information Center at the Northeastern Ohio Universities Colleges of Medicine and Pharmacy is recruiting a Technology Librarian.

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This position reports to the Director, Ocasek Medical Library. The Technology Librarian manages the library server and software so that the NEOUCOM faculty, staff, and students, the consortium hospital libraries and affiliated health professionals at those hospitals, have reliable access to all appropriate print and electronic resources. The Technology Librarian educates NEOUCOM faculty, staff, and students on information technology. In addition, the Technology Librarian identifies and implements new ways to use technology in information delivery.

The John Marshall Law School Library is recruiting an Emerging Technologies Librarian.

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The Emerging Technologies Librarian will:

• Coordinate all library information technology and serve a key role in planning systems projects.
• Manage library web pages.
• Manage and maintain public interfaces for link resolver, research databases, and other web-based resources.
• Provide technical support and training for other library staff in technology use.
• Implement usability assessment program.
• Share management of library's Innovative Interfaces library system, focusing on the OPAC and other public aspects.

The Houston Academy of Medicine-Texas Medical Center Library is recruiting a Database Analyst and Web Services Developer. Starting Salary: $55,000 minimum, commensurate with experience.

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The HAM-TMC Library seeks an innovative and energetic technology professional to provide support for our database and web environment. The Database and Web Services Developer reports to the Associate Director of Information Technology and has the following academic computing functions: 1) management of the Library's web presence, 2) management and development of the Library's local databases, 3) creation and integration of web-based personalization tools including Web 2.0 applet development (iPhone Apps, Google Gadgets, Microsoft Widgets). The Developer is an integral member of a work team that guarantees the effective delivery and analysis of electronic information to the scholars, students, and researchers that make up the diverse community in the Texas Medical Center.

The Thurgood Marshall Library at Bowie State University is recruiting a Head, Circulation & Systems.

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Reports directly to the Associate Director for Public Services. Provides overall management of automated University System of Maryland and Affiliated Institutions (USMAI) Ex Libris Aleph circulation department services, library technology systems, and a variety of technologies in a team-environment; plans, implements and manages library technology projects and services in conjunction with librarians and Division of Information Technology (DIT) staff; installs, maintains and supports software utilities and applications associated with the library's integrated library system and other library-specific applications; oversees the purchase of system components; performs skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of library software applications; prioritizes and escalates issues for resolution; represents the Library and the University as appropriate in all circulation and library technology-related activities at the local, state, regional, and national levels; serves at the reference desk, as necessary and participates in the library information literacy instruction program; participates in library, university, and system-wide initiatives; works days, nights, and weekends.

The Linda Hall Library is recruiting an Integrated Library System Project Manager (2-year appointment).

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The ILS Project manager is responsible for coordinating the on-site day-to-day operations associated with the migration of the Linda Hall Library's Integrated Library System from the SirsiDynix Horizon platform to the Ex Libris Voyager platform. Additional support and discovery services including open URL resolution, federated search, and digital asset management systems are included in this implementation. The position reports directly to the President of the Linda Hall Library.

The Grand Valley State University Libraries are recruiting an Associate Dean of Technology and Information Services.

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Providing leadership in a team-based environment the person in this position will:

• oversee library technology; web services; the library's ILS (Innovative Interfaces Millennium); technical services; electronic resource management; user services; and the libraries' service desks
• provide leadership for transformational and effective user-centered services as the libraries work to define and implement delivery of basic reference, circulation, and all other services through a combined desk model
• lead the libraries in the adaptation and integration of leading edge technology
• direct the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative tools, methods, and strategies for acquiring, cataloging, processing and preserving materials
• ensure alignment between Technology and Information Services unit and overall library mission, goals, and values

The SUNY Potsdam College Libraries are recruiting a Web Services Librarian. Salary: $45,000.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (posting #0600117):

In this environment, the Web Services Librarian will manage the College Libraries' website, promote innovation and responsiveness in the Libraries' web design, coordinate all decision-making regarding the site, and maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with other campus technology staff. The Web Services Librarian will also have responsibility for staff-side maintenance of the Libraries' online information resources, which currently include research databases on multiple platforms, products in the SerialsSolutions suite, LibGuides, QuestionPoint, and others. As a holistic member of the library staff working in a team environment, secondary responsibilities of the Web Services Librarian may include reference, instruction, archives, and/or collection development. Specific work assignments will depend upon the strengths and interests of a successful candidate and the evolving needs of the institution.

The University of Colorado, Denver Medical Library is recruiting a Web Services Librarian. Salary: $48,000 minimum based on qualifications and experience.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (posting number 807432):

The successful candidate will coordinate, develop and maintain electronic resources for the library. These resources include web resources provided by vendors, the library's web site, the library's intranet, and other electronic resources as required. The WSL works closely with the rest of the IT Unit to administer the library web server(s), and serves as administrator and coordinator for the web interface to the library's web OPAC. The WSL leads the library's internal advisory Web Committee. In addition, the WSL works with the library's Access Services and Information, Research & Outreach departments in troubleshooting end-user access to web resources. Supervision: Reporting to the library's Head of Information Technology, the WSL supervises one IT staff position, the Web Applications Developer.

The North Carolina State University Libraries are recruiting a Lead Developer.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (position #40024):

Design and develop large-scale library web applications using a variety of technologies including Java, JavaScript, PHP, Python, PostgreSQL, MySQL and XML. Help manage development projects through full life cycle from requirements definition to deployment and support. Maintain and upgrade existing applications; lead implementation of new software packages. Provide technical mentorship for developers in department. Research and recommend integration of new technologies.

The Princeton University Library is recruiting a Library Application and Database Manager/Developer. Anticipated hiring range: $75,000-$85,000.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (Requisition #1000065):

Description: Princeton University Library seeks a Library Application Database Manager/Developer to maintain, enhance and create applications for Library users and staff. In addition, this person will help develop web based library services for patrons and help with implementation and enhancements to Library NextGen user interfaces.

Responsibilities: The primary function for this position is to maintain and enhance current locally developed library applications and to create new ones as new needs arise. The locally developed applications include various specialized catalogs, specialized user applications such as E-Reserves and Audio-Reserves, and internal workflow applications for managing staff travel, staff lists, and guest access to the libraries, and many more. This position will also help with library web services development, including maintaining and creating machine to machine interfaces, as well as user interfaces. This position will also be assigned other projects as needed.

The University of Wisconsin-Fond du Lac Library is recruiting an Academic Librarian, Automation Librarian.

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The Automation Librarian will be responsible for the overall installation, operation, and maintenance of all automated library systems and services for the thirteen University of Wisconsin Colleges libraries, including Voyager, ILLiad, SFX and Metalib, and will assist the Director of Library Support Services with proxy server maintenance and on-campus access to over 100 licensed electronic databases. The UW Colleges is the two-year institution of the University of Wisconsin System, with campuses located throughout the state. Some travel will be required. The position is headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.

The University of Memphis University Libraries are recruiting a Web Services Librarian.

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This position provides leadership and direction for the design, development, and implementation of the University Libraries' web presence. The incumbent provides advice and consultation for departments and/or individuals involved in developing and/or maintaining library related web pages. Maintains University Libraries' web pages as well as the Web catalog pages, the EZ Proxy page, and other centrally supported pages. His/her efforts focus on identifying and implementing strategies to maximize the effective use of web based resources to meet the needs of library users and library personnel. The Web Services Librarian is a member of the Library Information Systems Department and participates fully in the programs and services of that department including managing appropriate servers.

The Rebecca Crown Library of Dominican University is recruiting a Web Services Librarian.

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The Web Services Librarian will lead in the planning, usability testing and assessment of the Library's web site and services. This position will guide a redesign of the website following current best practices in web graphics, layout and navigation and be responsible for ongoing maintenance of web resources.

The Web Services Librarian will be responsible for maintaining electronic resource subscriptions and work with database vendors as appropriate, creating reports and compiling statistics as required. The Librarian will pursue new tools and applications to promote library web services, participate in the planning and implementation of other library digital and online instruction initiatives. This position will collaborate with Information Technology and the Office of Marketing and Communication departments.

Library & Technology Services (LTS) at Lehigh University is recruiting a Senior Program Developer, Library Technology.

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The Senior Library Services Developer on the Library Technology team will work on the Kuali Open Library Environment (OLE) project, as well as other library technology projects. The Kuali OLE project is a multi-institution collaboration working to build a community-source next -generation library management system platform based on service-oriented architecture technologies and design principles. This Senior Developer will play a lead role with high-level responsibilities for major programming and design deliverables, including representing Lehigh University on the Kuali OLE Technical Council. The Senior Developer must work with agile development teams at multiple institutions around the world, as well as with subject matter experts from the other LTS teams. The Kuali OLE project will produce software for use on the Lehigh University campus and beyond. The bulk of software developed by the Senior Developer will be used within Lehigh University connecting Kuali OLE to enterprise services and applications used on campus.

The Jacob Burns Law Library at the George Washington University Law School is recruiting a Systems Librarian.

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Reporting directly to the assistant director for information services, the systems librarian’s responsibilities include administering the library’s interdepartmental systems, particularly the ILS, and providing configuration advice and technical support for the library’s departmental systems; coordinating installation, upgrade, maintenance, and troubleshooting of library systems and services with IT staff, users, and vendors; coordinating data backup and system security; providing operational support to internal systems users; collaborating on the implementation of the ILS webpac and related discovery tools; facilitating systems training opportunities; monitoring systems user group discussions; serving as a general liaison to other campus libraries regarding library systems; and assisting with technology planning, project implementation, and other duties as assigned.