Librarian
Company Name:
University of Arkansas
Title
Position Type Faculty
Employee Class Code NF
AR State Title Librarian
FLSA Exempt
Position Summary and Qualifications
Posting Number FNC00274
UALR Functional Title Systems and Digital Services Librarian / R99683
Position Number R99683
Department Ottenheimer Library
Position 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 theILSand supports other campus library and archive information systems, contributes to the technology strategy and projects 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
Manage and support 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 applications modules; and the creation of custom reports.
Ensure 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.
Administer, configure, and optimize applications and their partner products, add-ons, and extensions.
Work with vendors to establish parameters or solve problems.
Generate reports and statistics.
Assure data integrity and security.
Oversee maintenance of connections with systems outside the division, including units within the university and partners outside the institution.
Manage and support the Innovative Interfaces shared bibliographic database.
Support the creation, redesign, and ongoing maintenance of the library's websites and projects, plugins, and social media projects.
Perform 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.
Assist in developing short-and long-term technical support and service plans that ultimately support the mission, goals, and objectives of the University.
Research and recommend upgrades.
Prepare budgets and project plans for purchase and deployment of equipment, software, expanding automation capabilities, and online access.
Contribute to establishing short- and long-range organizational goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures; create and implement strategies that support the University's mission and its commitment to student success.
Work closely with others in the division to ensure planning, implementation, and coordination of relevant services and applications.
Provide technical advice, training, and assistance.
Work 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.
Serve on University committees as assigned.
Engage 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.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience administeringILSand other library systems and applications.
Familiarity with digital asset management systems, repository platforms, content management systems and platforms.
Superior written and oral communications 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 asMARCandOCLCrecord 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 asHTML,CSS,XML,PHP, JavaScript,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, websites, proxy servers, and library-specific technologies, e.g. integrated library, interlibrary loan, and institutional repository systems.
Required Education and/or Experience
Master's degree in Library/Information Science from anALA-accredited school is required. A minimum of two (2) year's experience in a library setting.
Preferred Education and/or Experience
Experience with mobile and responsive web design, application development, project management skills, interface design, usability testing. Experience with managing Innovative Interface products.
Background Check Requirements 01 - Criminal/Financial
Start Date 08/18/2014
Additional Qualifications
License(s)/Certifications
Physical Demands Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds: Frequently, Kneeling: Frequently, Climbing (Stairs, Ladders, etc.): Daily, Lifting 5 -10 lbs: Daily, Lifting 10-25 lbs: Occasionally, Carrying 10-25 lbs: Occasionally, Sitting for long periods of time: Frequently, Standing for long periods of time: Occasionally, Speaking; Essential, Hearing: Essential, Vision: Ability to distinguish similar colors, depth perception, close vision: Essential, Walking - Short Distances: Frequently, Walking - Moderate Distances; Occasionally, Carrying 5-10 lbs: Daily, Pushing/pulling 25-50 lbs: Occasionally, Carrying 50 plus lbs: Daily
Work Conditions Spends approximately 75%25%20or more time indoors, Conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation
Posting Detail Information
Background Check Statement
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal and financial history background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
UALR EEO Statement
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.
Open Date 06/19/2014
Close Date 07/20/2014
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Official Master's transcripts required upon hire.
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ).
What type of training, education, or accomplishments have you completed recently to gain knowledge and understanding of current trends and developments in information technology?
(Open Ended Question)
Briefly explain your experience with development and maintenance of data processing and system integration scripts written in SQL as well as Unix shell, Perl, or PHP; identity & access management in an enterprise environment; application administration in a Linux operating system environment; OpenLDAP or similar directory server administration; Apache Tomcat or similar application server administration; email routing administration (SMTP, DNS/MX, SPF); and database administration (MySQL, PostgreSQL.
(Open Ended Question)
How many years experience do you have in managing and/or directing technological operations?
None
Less than 2 years
More than 2 years but less than 5 years
More than 5 years but less than 10 years
10 or more years
Do you have an ALA accredited MLS?
Yes
No
How many years experience do you have working in a library environment?
None
Less than 1 Year
At least 1 but less than 2 Years
At least 2 but less than 4 Years
More than 4 YearsApplicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume / CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of Three (3) ReferencesOptional Documents
Unofficial Transcript - Master's DegreeEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
University of Arkansas
Title
Position Type Faculty
Employee Class Code NF
AR State Title Librarian
FLSA Exempt
Position Summary and Qualifications
Posting Number FNC00274
UALR Functional Title Systems and Digital Services Librarian / R99683
Position Number R99683
Department Ottenheimer Library
Position 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 theILSand supports other campus library and archive information systems, contributes to the technology strategy and projects 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
Manage and support 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 applications modules; and the creation of custom reports.
Ensure 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.
Administer, configure, and optimize applications and their partner products, add-ons, and extensions.
Work with vendors to establish parameters or solve problems.
Generate reports and statistics.
Assure data integrity and security.
Oversee maintenance of connections with systems outside the division, including units within the university and partners outside the institution.
Manage and support the Innovative Interfaces shared bibliographic database.
Support the creation, redesign, and ongoing maintenance of the library's websites and projects, plugins, and social media projects.
Perform 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.
Assist in developing short-and long-term technical support and service plans that ultimately support the mission, goals, and objectives of the University.
Research and recommend upgrades.
Prepare budgets and project plans for purchase and deployment of equipment, software, expanding automation capabilities, and online access.
Contribute to establishing short- and long-range organizational goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures; create and implement strategies that support the University's mission and its commitment to student success.
Work closely with others in the division to ensure planning, implementation, and coordination of relevant services and applications.
Provide technical advice, training, and assistance.
Work 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.
Serve on University committees as assigned.
Engage 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.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience administeringILSand other library systems and applications.
Familiarity with digital asset management systems, repository platforms, content management systems and platforms.
Superior written and oral communications 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 asMARCandOCLCrecord 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 asHTML,CSS,XML,PHP, JavaScript,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, websites, proxy servers, and library-specific technologies, e.g. integrated library, interlibrary loan, and institutional repository systems.
Required Education and/or Experience
Master's degree in Library/Information Science from anALA-accredited school is required. A minimum of two (2) year's experience in a library setting.
Preferred Education and/or Experience
Experience with mobile and responsive web design, application development, project management skills, interface design, usability testing. Experience with managing Innovative Interface products.
Background Check Requirements 01 - Criminal/Financial
Start Date 08/18/2014
Additional Qualifications
License(s)/Certifications
Physical Demands Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds: Frequently, Kneeling: Frequently, Climbing (Stairs, Ladders, etc.): Daily, Lifting 5 -10 lbs: Daily, Lifting 10-25 lbs: Occasionally, Carrying 10-25 lbs: Occasionally, Sitting for long periods of time: Frequently, Standing for long periods of time: Occasionally, Speaking; Essential, Hearing: Essential, Vision: Ability to distinguish similar colors, depth perception, close vision: Essential, Walking - Short Distances: Frequently, Walking - Moderate Distances; Occasionally, Carrying 5-10 lbs: Daily, Pushing/pulling 25-50 lbs: Occasionally, Carrying 50 plus lbs: Daily
Work Conditions Spends approximately 75%25%20or more time indoors, Conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation
Posting Detail Information
Background Check Statement
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal and financial history background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
UALR EEO Statement
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.
Open Date 06/19/2014
Close Date 07/20/2014
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Official Master's transcripts required upon hire.
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ).
What type of training, education, or accomplishments have you completed recently to gain knowledge and understanding of current trends and developments in information technology?
(Open Ended Question)
Briefly explain your experience with development and maintenance of data processing and system integration scripts written in SQL as well as Unix shell, Perl, or PHP; identity & access management in an enterprise environment; application administration in a Linux operating system environment; OpenLDAP or similar directory server administration; Apache Tomcat or similar application server administration; email routing administration (SMTP, DNS/MX, SPF); and database administration (MySQL, PostgreSQL.
(Open Ended Question)
How many years experience do you have in managing and/or directing technological operations?
None
Less than 2 years
More than 2 years but less than 5 years
More than 5 years but less than 10 years
10 or more years
Do you have an ALA accredited MLS?
Yes
No
How many years experience do you have working in a library environment?
None
Less than 1 Year
At least 1 but less than 2 Years
At least 2 but less than 4 Years
More than 4 YearsApplicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume / CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of Three (3) ReferencesOptional Documents
Unofficial Transcript - Master's DegreeEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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