[Asis-l] Systems Librarian - Philadelphia, PA (Search Extended)

[Byron C. Mayes]

Temple University Libraries
Systems Librarian

The Temple University Libraries seek applications and nominations for  
the position of Systems Librarian.

The libraries of Temple provide a broad and deep array of resources  
and services for a diverse, vibrant, urban research university of  
34,000 students and 1,682 full-time faculty. We offer an excellent  
opportunity to play a leading role in the continued development of  
services in a major ARL library now experiencing significant growth  
as a result of funding enhancements and new, dynamic leadership.

Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of Library Systems and Technology, the Systems  
Librarian ensures that the information technology infrastructure  
(hardware, software, and staff knowledge) enables efficient and user- 
friendly delivery of information and services for Temple university  
students and faculty and others world-wide.  The Systems Librarian will
Manage maintenance and on-going development of the Libraries’ public,  
instruction, and staff technology infrastructure, from desktop PCs to  
major systems supporting applications such as digital repository and  
the integrated library system (Innovative Interfaces’ Millennium)  
shared by the Law and Health Sciences libraries, the University  
libraries, and other Temple collections.
Manage the Libraries’ help desk and asset management system,  
currently based on Track-It!.
Develop and lead staff IT training programs.
Work closely with other librarians and Computer Services personnel to  
ensure optimal development of technology-based public services and  
staff applications.
Serve as liaison with Innovative Interfaces and other technology  
vendors.
Keep abreast of IT developments and participating materially in  
planning, implementation, documentation, and assessment of projects  
to enhance computing in the libraries, digital repository  
initiatives, and ILS functionality.
Supervise 3.5 FTE Technical Support Specialists and part-time student  
assistants.

Qualifications

REQUIRED: ALA accredited MLS or MIS, and demonstrated experience with  
systems and information technology in an academic library.

PREFERRED: The ideal candidate will present a strong combination of  
experience and knowledge in: desktop computing support;  operation of  
a major ILS such as Millennium; knowledge of scripting (Expect, PHP,  
JavaScript, etc.) and markup (XML, HTML, etc.) languages;   
understanding of library technical services functions, the MARC21  
record format and other metadata schemas; help desk/asset  
management;  understanding of relational database applications and  
querying; supervision, demonstrated project management skills;  
experience in managing or implementing complex technological project;  
training and documentation.  The ideal candidate will possess  
excellent written and oral communications skills along with a  
demonstrated ability to communicate with a variety of constituents  
with varying degrees of automation expertise.

Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package, including relocation  
expenses.  Librarian rank and compensation will be commensurate with  
qualifications and experience.

Application
The search has been extended until January 27, 2007.  To apply,  
submit a cover letter of application and cv/resume to the Jobs at Temple  
website, https://hospats.adminsvc.temple.edu/jobs.htm. Search by job  
number TU-09262, complete the Online Information Form, and attach  
your cover letter and resume in a single electronic file.

Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer  
with a strong commitment to cultural diversity.


-- 
  Byron C. Mayes, MLS
  Head, Library Systems and Technology
  Temple University * Philadelphia, PA
  byronc.mayes at temple.edu

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