[IUG] Job Search Extended: Systems Librarian

["Carol A. Brigham" <cbrigham at temple dot edu>]

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 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
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.



Carol A. Brigham                        215-204-0750
Access Services Librarian
Paley Library (017-00)                  FAX:  215-204-0769
Temple University Libraries
1210 W. Berks Street
Philadelphia, PA  19122         cbrigham at temple dot edu 

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