The Loyola / Notre Dame Library has an exciting opportunity leading digital and
technology services!
Technology Librarian
The Loyola ▪ Notre Dame Library<UrlBlockedError.aspx> seeks a dynamic,
innovative, and experienced individual to provide leadership to support digital
and technology services. The Technology Librarian will support day-to-day
operations with some supervisory responsibility, and provide strategic
direction for digital and technology services that enable research, teaching,
and learning programs in the Library.
The successful candidate will communicate effectively and work collaboratively
with units throughout the Library to support a range of services that may
include discovery, digital library initiatives, and instruction. The position
will coordinate services with technical staff at University System of Maryland
and Affiliated Institutions (USMAI)<UrlBlockedError.aspx> and also work
collaboratively with information technology departments at Loyola University
Maryland<UrlBlockedError.aspx> and Notre Dame of Maryland
University<UrlBlockedError.aspx>. A demonstrated ability to thrive in a
changing work environment and a commitment to professional development are
important. The candidate will understand and be able to communicate
library-related technology trends that support user-centered library services
to a diverse population of undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty.
Position Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic vision and leadership of Library technology operations
and initiatives to support faculty and students.
* Lead day-to-day technical operations working closely with USMAI’s
Consortial Library Applications Support (CLAS) team including:
* Integrating, troubleshooting, and resolving various issues with
purchased and licensed software;
* Resolving authentication problems and ensuring smooth and reliable
access; and
* Working with vendor-based APIs and web services.
* Lead Technology Services department staff and student assistants.
* Work closely with the information technology departments of both Loyola
and Notre Dame and outside partners to develop and maintain technological
infrastructure and support future technology initiatives and digital services.
* Collect and use data to inform decisions on technology integration.
* Lead planning for the Library’s website and mobile application
initiatives.
* Provide input to the Library Administration on budgeting, reporting and
compliance as related to technology services.
* Engage and remain current on information technology and digital library
trends.
Required Qualifications:
* ALA-accredited Master’s in Library/Information Science or equivalent;
* 2+ years professional experience in evaluating, developing, and
maintaining information applications;
* Familiarity with library systems and applications such as OpenURL (link
resolvers), proxy servers, and standards such as Z39.50;
* Working knowledge in current web programming languages and technologies
such as PHP or JavaScript and SQL;
* Working knowledge of web development, design, frameworks, and standards,
including HTML and CSS;
* Ability to utilize and design APIs and web services;
* Demonstrated analytical and project management skills;
* Demonstrated effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication
skills;
* Ability to work creatively both individually and collaboratively in a
team-based environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience in higher education;
* Familiarity with authentication and web security protocols such as
Shibboleth, LDAP, and SSL;
* Familiarity with institutional repositories;
* Knowledge of multiple formats for representing data such as XML or JSON;
* Experience working with open source software;
* Familiarity with a major programming language such as Python, Ruby, or
Java.
About the Library:
The Loyola Notre Dame Library<UrlBlockedError.aspx>, located in a residential
area of northern Baltimore City, is a recently admitted member of University
System of Maryland and Affiliated Institutions (USMAI)<UrlBlockedError.aspx>
and serves two universities: Loyola University Maryland and Notre Dame of
Maryland University. Loyola University Maryland<UrlBlockedError.aspx>, a
member of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities, is recognized
for excellence in teaching and learning while Notre Dame of Maryland
University<UrlBlockedError.aspx> is a leader in the education of women and
non-traditional students. The Library serves a total population of 7,448 FTE
that includes 5,540 FTE at Loyola and 1,908 FTE at Notre Dame.
The Library offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, access
to dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as TIAA retirement.
Successful candidates will be subject to a pre‐employment background check.
The Loyola ▪ Notre Dame Library is an equal opportunity employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
Application Procedures: Review of applications will begin immediately and the
position will remain open until filled. Please submit electronically a resume,
cover letter, and a list of three (3) work-related references with “Technology
Librarian” in the subject line to Lorena Dion, Administrative Operations
Coordinator: [email protected]<UrlBlockedError.aspx>.
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Katy O'Neill, MBA, MLS
Interim Associate Director
Loyola Notre Dame Library
Phone: (410)617-6812
Fax: (410)617-6895
Loyola E-Mail: [email protected]
Notre Dame E-Mail: [email protected]
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