Assistant Professor

This is a nontenure track Library Faculty position that provides leadership and direction for the management and supervision of the University Libraries’ (UL) information systems platforms including, but not limited to, the integrated library system (currently III/Sierra including catalog and OPAC), Springshare Apps, and EZProxy. Responsibility is exclusive of the institutional repository, UL web interface, and digital commons. The Systems Librarian is a faculty member in the Information Access Services (IAS) Department and participates fully in the programs and services of that department, including the maintenance and support of appropriate services. They participate in planning and determining strategic directions for the IAS Department.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibilities for the management and supervision of the University Libraries’ information systems platforms. Provides leadership in planning, support, implementation, maintenance, and system updates of the University Libraries’ Integrated Library System (ILS), supporting library operations across the University Libraries’ branches and three partner libraries. [Current ILS: III, Sierra] Serves as the leader of the Integrated Library System Advisory Council [ILSAC] which advises, guides, and implements developmental and procedural changes in the ILS as used for the benefit of the University Libraries and our system partners.

• Assumes responsibility for the development and maintenance of the ILS Web interface, also known as the online public access catalog (OPAC). Applies the principles of information storage and retrieval, bibliographic record structures, and organization of information to inform their planning for the ILS which must support the needs of diverse users exhibiting variant skills and abilities with inquiry and research methodology. Manages the preparation and execution of file and database uploads using knowledge and skills of data profiling and cataloging requirements for all units in the University Libraries as needed and directed. Prepares appropriate reports related to the ILS, its operation, and implementation.
• Assumes responsibility for the UL license and contract with Springshare, providing leadership and support for the available platforms, i.e., LibGuides, LibCal, etc., and communicates relevant and timely contractual information. Assures functional and content integration between the ILS and implemented discovery platforms, supporting the electronic resources available. Participates in troubleshooting users’ technical problems as part of the IAS Department in cooperation with the Electronic Resources team.
• Assumes responsibility for the maintenance and development of the EZ-Proxy server’s configuration. Collaborates with ITS/Enterprise Infrastructure Services for the software and OS upgrades and security. May participate in the Libraries’ reference services either in-person or virtually including chat, research consultations, and course embedding. Supervises the work of the staff assigned to the Information System unit and oversees the day-to-day operations of the unit.

Qualifications

This is a full-time, 12 month, nontenure track, faculty position that requires an ALA accredited MLS and appropriate, relevant library work experience.