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JOB DESCRIPTION
AR State Title: Librarian
UALR Functional Title: Systems and Digital Services Librarian
Position Number: R99683
Department: UALR Collections and Archives/Ottenheimer Library
Salary Range: $48,000-55,000
SUMMARY:
The Systems and Digital Services Librarian is part of the new
Collections and Archives division at the University of Arkansas at
Little Rock. The position is an important part of the university’s plan
to create a library and archives unit that contributes to student
success in a community-engaged metropolitan research university. This
position administers the ILS and supports other campus library and
archive information systems, contributes to the technology strategy and
project planning efforts of the division, supports the development of
search and access systems, and assists with training and development
efforts. This position holds a faculty appointment with rank leading to
tenure.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Systems Management and Administration
Manages and supports systems within the division, including integrated
library system, proxy server, discovery layer, interlibrary loan,
repositories and asset management systems, mobile apps and interfaces,
and electronic course reserves systems.
Responsible for development and maintenance of interfaces between
application platforms, applications, and other systems; integration of
locally-developed and third-party applications; providing functional
support and training for all application modules; and the creation of
custom reports.
Ensures the effective delivery of library services and applications by
overseeing the design, installation, maintenance, documentation,
security, upgrading, and troubleshooting of software, platforms,
servers, and databases.
Administers, configures, and optimizes applications and their partner
products, add-ons, and extensions. Works with vendors to establish
parameters or solve problems.
Generates reports and statistics.
Assures data integrity and security.
Oversees maintenance of connections with systems outside the division,
including units within the university and partners outside the institution.
Manages and supports the Innovative Interfaces shared bibliographic
database.
Supports the creation, redesign, and ongoing maintenance of the
library's websites and projects, plugins, and social media projects.
Planning and Project Management
Performs ongoing review, update and maintenance of library procedures
and guidelines, aligning them with professional best practices,
technological advances, trends in academic librarianship, and University
standards.
Assists in developing short- and long-term technical support and service
plans that ultimately support the mission, goals, and objectives of the
University.
Researches and recommends upgrades; prepares budgets and project plans
for purchase and deployment of equipment, software, expanding automation
capabilities, and online access.
Contributes to establishing short- and long-range organizational goals,
objectives, policies and operating procedures; creates and implements
strategies that support the University's mission and its commitment to
student success.
Collaboration
Works closely with others in the division to ensure planning,
implementation, and coordination of relevant services and applications.
Provides technical advice, training, and assistance.
Works with others to carry out policies and procedures, incorporating
principles of teamwork with all organizational levels in the resolution,
completion and follow-up of various responsibilities.
Faculty Duties
Serves on University committees as assigned.
Engages in scholarly, professional, and service activities, including
publishing in peer-reviewed publications, participating in continuing
education courses and professional organizations, attending seminars and
workshops, reading current literature, and maintaining professional
contacts in the community. Participates in university service and
community activities.
Performs other work related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Experience administering ILS and other library systems and applications
Familiarity with digital asset management systems, repository platforms,
content management systems and platforms
Superior written and oral communication skills.
Advanced and current knowledge of design, configuration, administration,
management, security, operation, and documentation of Integrated Library
Systems.
Working knowledge of Windows (or Unix) server administration.
Demonstrated evidence of successful planning and management of
information technology projects like system upgrades or installation.
Knowledge of cataloging and metadata principles, as well as MARC and
OCLC record structures.
Experience with software products used in libraries.
Demonstrated experience with ILLiad software.
Knowledge of basic database principles, systems, and languages like
Access, MySQL, SQL, etc.
Knowledge of web technologies and languages, such as HTML, CSS, XML,
PHP, JavaScript, WordPress.
Experience with training or instruction.
Ability to work independently and in groups.
Commitment and ability to work effectively with diverse populations in a
collegial environment.
Experience managing technologies, including computer operating systems,
database software, web sites, proxy servers, and library-specific
technologies, e.g. integrated library, interlibrary loan, and
institutional repository systems.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Master's degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited
school is required. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a library
setting.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE:
Experience with mobile and responsive web design, application
development, project management skills, interface design, usability
testing. Experience managing Innovative Interfaces products.
TO APPLY: https://ualr.peopleadmin.com/postings/2277
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Anne Liebst
Director of Technical Services and Technology
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Ottenheimer Library
2801 S. University Ave.
Little Rock, AR 72204
501-569-3248
501-569-8814 (fax)
caliebst@ualr.edu<http://m.lib.uci.edu/>
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