Position Announcement
***Please excuse cross-postings***
Job Title: Data Management Coordinator
(for full posting please see http://www.sjsu.edu/hr/careers/jobs)
About the Position
San José State University’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library supports
the University's guiding principles of Spartan Pride, Unbounded
Learning, Helping and Caring, Agility through Technology, and 21st
Century Spaces by facilitating student learning and success, faculty
teaching, research and scholarship, community engagement and creative
uses of technology. In partnership with the San Jose Public Library, we
provide all library users with access to information and learning
resources in digital and print formats and foster lifelong learning
opportunities for the entire community.
Reporting to the University Library's Technical Services Manager and
receiving work lead direction from the University Library's Systems
Analyst, the University Library Data Management Coordinator provides
library services to San Jose State University and works respectfully and
cooperatively with employees of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library.
The purpose of this position is to provide leadership and planning for
the management of data sets of records that provide access to the
Library's vast and complex collection of print and electronic resources.
The Data Management Coordinator provides high-level expertise and
leadership support to Library Administration in formulating, developing,
and modifying library policies and procedures for the management of
statistical data and coordination of electronic and print resource
record sets. The incumbent creates Sierra statistical reports and
provides data analysis of the reports as well as working collaboratively
with library departments to organize and ensure ongoing access to
electronic resource records.
Education and Experience
High school education or equivalent, and three years progressively
responsible related library experience. Any combination of education and
experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities may be
considered. Bachelor's degree, experience and skills in an academic
library setting preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent in a related field and three years
of Library Assistant experience
- Experience with an integrated library system, such as Millennium,
Sierra or Voyager
- Experience creating and analyzing statistical reports
- Knowledge of Library Digital Services
- Experience with MARC format in bibliographic records
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of library operations in
Technical Services and their relation to overall library operations.
- Comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of the principles, policies,
practices, and procedures of Technical Services and their relationship
to overall library functions and other units as well as the ability to
apply this expertise and judgment to address unique problems.
- Thorough knowledge of the library's collection; classification
schemes, including Library of Congress and Dewey decimal systems;
on-line catalog; and computer applications in the library; library
terminology, general bibliographic forms and structures.
- Ability to work independently using relevant knowledge to determine
the best course of action.
- Ability to perform accurately in a detail-oriented environment; handle
multiple work priorities, organize and plan work and projects.
- Ability to quickly learn and apply a variety of state, federal, CSU,
SJSU, and City of San Jose policies and procedures; understand and
interpret library rules and bibliographic standards and apply them with
accuracy; provide standard information on library policies and
procedures to library users.
- Demonstrated ability to employ analytical, problem-solving and
independent decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in a team environment.
- Comprehensive knowledge of national standards and resources pertaining
to library operations, including the ability to source and interpret
information from such resources.
- Ability to interpret, modify, and verify library records within
established rules and procedures; understand and operate library
computer systems and use the resulting output.
- Comprehensive knowledge of external online databases, systems,
resources, and trends pertaining to library data and services, including
expertise in searching strategies.
- Ability to participate in long range planning through the collection,
organization, analysis, and interpretation of data and information.
- Comprehensive knowledge of software applications such as: word
processing, spreadsheet, database management, integrated online library
systems, Internet and e-mail.
- Thorough knowledge of English grammar, business writing, punctuation
and spelling; ability to compose and appropriately format correspondence
and reports.
- Demonstrated skills in event planning and execution; ability to multi
task and work under pressure.
Classification: Library Services Specialist IV
FLSA status: Non Exempt
San Jose State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits
package. For more information on programs available, please visit
http://www.sjsu.edu/hr/benefits/
First Screening Date
August 18, 2014
This position is open until filled. However, applications received after
the first screening date will be considered at the discretion of the
university.
Required Application Material:
Resume
Letter of interest
Complete SJSU Online Employment Application
Please note that failure to completely fill out each section of the
online application may result in your application not receiving
consideration.
Note To Applicant
Evidence of degree(s) or certification(s) may be required at time of
hire. Every applicant who reaches the final level of interviews will be
required to submit their fingerprints to the Livescan fingerprint
service through the university's Police Department. SJSU will pay all
costs associated with this procedure.
SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e.
H1-B VISAS)
All San José State University employees are considered mandated
reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and
are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive
Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Equal Employment Statement
SJSU is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. We consider
qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression,
sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital
status, veteran status, or disability.
It is the policy of SJSU to provide reasonable accommodations for
applicants with disabilities who self disclose.
Contact Information
http://www.sjsu.edu/hr/careers/jobs
One Washington Square San Jose, CA 95192-0046
Phone: 408-924-2250 Fax: 408-924-2284 Email: hrsg_at_sjsu.edu
Carole Correa-Morris
University Library Head of Acquisitions &
Interim Lead for Technical Services
San Jose State University
408-808-2372
Carole.Correa-Morris@sjsu.edu<http://m.lib.uci.edu/>
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