Drexel University Libraries are seeking an energetic manager for library systems to help move the libraries to 21st century library technology and services.
For a full description and information about applying, please go to http://www.drexeljobs.com/ click "Search Postings" and select "Library Systems Manager" from the "Job Title" dropdown box. Position Title Library Systems Manager Requisition Number 1483 Posting Summary Drexel University Libraries are seeking an energetic manager for library systems to help move the libraries to 21st century library technology and services. The successful candidate will have primary responsibility for managing the Integrated Library System (III Millenium), and related infrastructure and applications. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a team-based organization with a strong emphasis on customer service for both local and distance learning support. Reporting to the Head of Library Systems, the Systems Manager manages all aspects of the ILS for the Drexel University Libraries (Hagerty, Health Sciences, and Law Libraries) including implementation, configuration, and updates; integrates the ILS with other campus servers and services such as Banner, and other Library servers and services such as Inter-library Loan and OpenURL servers; ensures a robust, secure, flexible and maintainable IT infrastructure to support library services and strategic initiatives. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree from accredited institution - 3-5 years professional experience, at least 2 years in a systems administration role - Demonstrated analytical, project management, and communications skills - Demonstrated familiarity with TCP/IP networking, systems integration, security best practices and implementation, Windows or Unix/Linux systems administration Preferred: Academic library experience Experience with an integrated library system such as Innovative Advanced degree or coursework in a relevant field Relational database management experience, familiarity with SQL Strong analytical skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and strong service orientation. Strong technical background in the following areas: - Support of networked computers - Implementing resources for users in a networked environment - Working in a client/server and network application environment - Academic library experience - At least two years' professional experience - Working knowledge of scripting languages (such as PHP or JavaScript) Responsibilities Manage, configure, modify, and update Integrated Library System across all modules and all libraries. Working with department head, interface with all library departments to: investigate, recommend, and implement enhancements and additional products for ILS functionality; coordinate system-wide policies between departments; and arrange for necessary training with ILS vendor for library staff . Proactively provide staff training, support, and documentation for ILS functionality. Coordinate management of other Library based application servers including Illiad Inter-Library Loan, UniPrint, and backend MS SQL server and their integration. Coordinate and implement service integration with central campus computing, bursar, and other campus systems as necessary. Evaluate systems performance, recommend replacements and upgrades, and coordinate rollout for all library systems Oversee management and security of all staff and public workstations. Keep abreast of IT developments and participate in planning, implementing, documenting and assessing current and future library systems. Assume duties of department head during his/her absence Provides direct supervision to 2-3 systems staff members. Supplemental Posting Information The successful candidate will enjoy working in a team-based organization with a strong emphasis on customer service for both local and distance learning support. Posting Summary - Verbiage Revised - 11/6/06. Employee Type Full Time Home Department Name 3626 Library Recruiting Salary Commensurate with Experience Position Location Hagerty Library, Room L07 Job Open Date Job Close Date Open Until Filled Job Category Professional and Managerial