Systems Librarian Job Posting

[Kay Sellman <sellmank@xxxxxxxxxx>]

Portland State University


 Millar Library

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Position Description*

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*Systems Librarian*

*General Description:* The mission of the Millar Library’s Systems 
Librarian and unit is two-dimensional: (1) To provide support for the 
Library’s staff and to users of existing systems; (2) To participate in 
the planning and implementation of new and upgraded applications. The 
Systems Librarian is responsible for responding to the needs of staff 
and customers and for overseeing the activities associated with 
planning, implementing, and managing the information technologies that 
support and facilitate the Library’s information programs and services 
for faculty, students, and staff. The Systems Librarian reports to the 
University Librarian.

*Specific Responsibilities:*

1. Provides overall leadership in applying information technologies to 
the Library’s information programs, services and operations by assessing 
and responding to the needs of staff and customers, identifying options 
to meet these needs, and working with Systems staff and colleagues to 
meet these needs. Needs assessment includes:

   * Confers and meets regularly with individuals and groups, including
     the Library’s staff and customers as well as colleagues in the
     University’s Office of Information Technology to be aware of
     information, computing, and networking needs;
   * Monitors patterns and trends in library and information technology;
   * Chairs and/or participates in relevant Systems-related working
     groups and committees;
   * Provides advice and assistance on technology needs in the
     development of proposals for outside funding.

2. Responsible for the selection, maintenance, and operation of the 
Library’s servers and network equipment in cooperation with the 
University’s Office of Information Technology. Provides operational 
support for the integrated library system (Integrated Interfaces) and 
other applications as well as products integral to effective library and 
information services.

3. Oversees installation, maintenance, and upgrades for staff and public 
workstations. Troubleshoots as necessary.

4. Provides leadership and technical expertise in developing a digital 
library infrastructure at the University.

5. Represents the Library in coordinating systems support with the 
University’s Office of Information Technology and other campus units. 
Collaborates with other libraries locally, regionally, and nationally on 
initiatives related to information technologies and applications. 
Represents the Library at local, regional, and national meetings, 
conferences and symposia.

6. Maintains up-to-date expertise via participation at workshops and 
professional associations.

7. Contributes to the work of faculty governance and university 
governance by serving on relevant committees and workgroups in the 
Library and at the University.

8. Contributes to scholarship at the level expected of Library faculty 
eligible for promotion and tenure.

9. Supervises full-time technical staff and student assistants.

*Qualifications:*

1. ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library/Information Science. A 
second master’s degree is desirable.

2. Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in the 
management and maintenance of computing systems in an academic library. 
Supervisory experience is preferred.

3. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including active 
listening skills and a strong commitment in responding to the needs of 
staff, faculty and students.

4. Demonstrated experience in running a library management system, a 
Windows-based local area network, and a UNIX-based website. Specific 
experience managing an Innovative Interfaces library management system 
with an OCLC interface is desirable.

5. Demonstrated experience in developing and managing a digital library, 
including the application of solutions for providing long-term access to 
locally and externally produced digital resources.

6. Knowledge of networking and client/server applications and current 
developments and trends in information delivery applicable to a 
university campus.

7. Demonstrated teaching/training skills.

8. Excellent interpersonal and managerial skills as well as the ability 
to prioritize tasks and assignments. Flexibility, adaptability, and the 
ability to work effectively in a dynamic and changing environment are 
desirable.

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*The Environment*:

Portland State University, a nationally-recognized leader in 
community-based learning, is located on the tree-lined blocks of 
downtown Portland. The University’s central position in Oregon’s 
cultural and economic center provides numerous opportunities for the 
University’s students and scholars to apply theories to the realistic 
problems of business and community organizations. The University offers 
more than 100 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees. 22,500 
students are currently enrolled in these degree programs.

*Salary and Benefits*: This is a full-time, 12 month, tenure track 
position with a minimum annual 1.0 FTE salary of $44,460. Anticipated 
start date September 15, 2004. Full time benefits include 22 paid 
vacation days and 12 paid sick leave days per year, a choice of 
retirement and group health plans, and staff tuition rates. Librarians 
are members of the Academic Faculty and participate in the Faculty Senate

*Application Deadline*: Review of applications will begin on August 1, 
2004 and position will remain open until finalists are identified.

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume and names, addresses, phone numbers, 
and e-mail addresses of four references to: Search Chair, Systems 
Librarian Committee, Portland State University, P.O. Box 1151, Portland 
OR 97207-1151, Email: sellmank@xxxxxxxxxx <mailto:sellmank@xxxxxxxxxx>, (503) 
725-4575, fax (503) 725-4524.

PSU is an AA/EO institution and, in keeping with the President’s 
diversity initiative, welcomes applications from diverse candidates and 
candidates who support diversity.

SysLibPD

Rev6/21/2004

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Kay M. Sellman
Administration Assistant/Student Employment
Portland State University
Library Administration
1875 SW Park Ave.
Portland OR 97201
503-725-4575
503-725-4524 (fax)
sellmank@xxxxxxxxxx