The Pratt Institute Libraries seek an experienced, service-oriented, and
collaborative team member to manage the libraries' technology infrastructure.
This position collaborates with key staff members across Library departments
and engages directly in the creation of a dynamic and innovative information
ecosystem that services and anticipates the needs of a diverse community of
students, faculty and researchers. To this end, the Library Systems
Administrator will be responsible for the development, design, installation,
maintenance, security, and coordination of the libraries' 24/7 mission-critical
systems and networks. This includes library servers, computers, web-based
applications, peripheral support, and administrative functions. This position
is embedded in the Technical Services Department (TSD) which is primarily
responsible for the acquisition, discovery, and access of library resources.
The Pratt Institute Libraries support the research and education of
approximately 4,800 undergraduate and graduate students across campuses in
Brooklyn and Manhattan. The Libraries provide research support to students,
faculty, staff, and visiting scholars pursuing teaching and learning in areas
of art, design, architecture, information studies, writing, and other fields of
academic inquiry and creative work.
Key Essential Duties Include the following:
Library Systems
• Supports existing library systems including but not limited to: integrated
library system, Libraries' website, web-based applications, discovery services,
climate tracking software, proxy services, and plays a key role in advancing
digital preservation efforts.
• Performs regularly scheduled operations, such as backups, log analysis,
software audits, and security checks.
• Performs installation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting for all
library systems, including the integrated library system and websites.
• Develops and maintains appropriate documentation of systems configuration,
maintenance and routines.
Computer and Hardware Support
• Provides orientation and ongoing support to Libraries' staff in use of
computer hardware and software and telephone equipment, and creates
step-by-step documentation as needed.
• Manages the Libraries' staff and public workstations.
• Investigates, tests, resolves issues, and performs maintenance and systems
upgrades on all library servers, computers, printers, and peripherals.
Administrative and Other Responsibilities
• Works with the Head of Technical Services and stakeholders across the
Libraries to prepare libraries' short and long range technology plans and
budgets, and participates in the purchasing process.
• Manages department-wide replacement and upgrade plan for hardware and
software, maintaining appropriate inventories as needed.
• Researches and keeps up to date with new technologies and expectations for
growth and expansion of services, identifying and communicating with vendors as
necessary.
• Keeps current with developing library technology, best practices, and
emerging trends.
• Participates in Library and Institute-wide related projects and committees
and staffing Libraries' public service points as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/2415738
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or
employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or
ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status,
sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability,
military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal,
state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a
diverse workforce.
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