Temple University Libraries
Systems Librarian

The Temple University Libraries seek applications and nominations for the position of Systems Librarian. The search has been extended until October 5, 2007.

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 / MLIS, 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 projects; 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
To apply, submit a cover letter of application and cv/resume to the Jobs@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.

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