>From Anne Liebst <caliebst_at_ualr.edu>
Systems and Digital Services Librarian at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock
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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,java_script, 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_at_ualr.edu
Received on Wed Jul 09 2014 - 03:03:09 EDT