Head of Library Systems
(Supervising Programmer-Analyst)
The University at Albany Libraries (State University of New York, Albany, NY)
seek a creative, knowledgeable, dynamic leader committed to service to academic
library users to provide vision and direction for library IT operations,
including the Libraries' ILS (Ex Libris ALEPH 500), design and technical
aspects of the Libraries' Web site, an in-house server farm (possibly
transitioning to campus IT hosted) that hosts Web sites and related
applications, over 400 PCs / laptops and associated peripherals for public and
staff, and computer-equipped classrooms. Coordinates, manages, mentors, and
provides leadership for the Library Systems Department, consisting of 5
professionals and student assistants. Integrates systems knowledge and
experience into the advancement of the Libraries' goals through existing and
new initiatives. Recommends technical standards, policies, and new
technological initiatives. Plans hardware/software upgrades for the Libraries.
Collaborates with administ!
rators and other library units in planning, supporting, and managing
technology-based services, such as Serials Solutions resource linking, EBSCO
Discovery Service, Ares reserve management system, and ILLiad resource sharing
management system. Participates in planning and management within the Division
as a member of the Technical Services Department Heads and Team Leader Group.
Reports to the Associate Director, Technical Services and Library Systems
Division. The successful candidate must: fulfill an important partnership role
with campus Information Technology Services (ITS), University-wide initiatives
such as an institutional repository, and with faculty and other users of the
library; be professionally active; provide vision for the department and the
Libraries; and perform other duties such as committee service.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a US Department of
Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization; relevant
experience in an academic library or other library setting; management
experience including evidence of successful personnel supervision; working
knowledge/experience with integrated library systems, PC desktop operating
systems, best practices, standards, and trends in the application of technology
in libraries; demonstrated commitment to user-centered service; demonstrated
ability to shape departmental vision and goals and to relate them to the
institution's goals; strong analytical, and oral and written communication
skills. Applicants must address in their applications their abilities to work
with a culturally diverse population and to provide leadership.
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in information science, computer science or related discipline.
All finalists will be asked to submit official transcripts and to present on a
specific topic to all library personnel.
How to Apply:
Submit a cover letter referencing job posting P11-24063, your resume, and
contact information for three references (include street address, telephone
number, e-mail address).
You may apply online at
http://albany.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=24286.
Or, you may apply by regular mail or e-mail to:
Ann Gunning
Library Personnel Assistant
University Libraries, LI-107A
University at Albany, State University of New York
1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 1
agunn...@uamail.albany.edu
Application deadline: June 15, 2011
Federal regulations require notice to all prospective employees with
information on crimes that occurred on campus. Please refer to the following
Web site for complete details: http://police.albany.edu/ASR.shtml.
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