This job listing from The Chronicle of Higher Education (http://chronicle.com/jobs/) was forwarded to you by: [log in to unmask] _________________________________________________________________ The following message was enclosed: Apologies for duplication. _________________________________________________________________ This job listing is available online at this address: http://chronicle.com/jobs/id.php?id=0000513668-01 _________________________________________________________________ What's the best investment you can make in your career? Answer: a subscription to The Chronicle of Higher Education. We'll keep you up to date on all the important news, controversies, and trends in academe. And a subscription gives you daily updates and complete access to our Web site, which includes an online archive of 12 years of back issues. You'll find a special subscription offer at http://chronicle.com/4free/?ej _________________________________________________________________ - The text of the job listing is below - Systems Librarian -- Vanderbilt University -- Tennessee VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY LIBRARY LIBRARY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES POSITION: Systems Librarian DESCRIPTION: Provides technology and computer support for the Vanderbilt Library. The major areas of responsibility include developing, maintaining and assisting in the enhancement of interfaces to web-enabled database applications (currently implemented in perl, PHP, and MySQL). The position also helps establish and maintain guidelines (coding standards, version control, etc.) for the development of new applications in support of library patrons, staff, and faculty across the university. This position will also provide first line backup for Unix system administration. Other duties and assignments will be negotiated based on the successful candidate's expertise, team needs, and library priorities. QUALIFICATIONS: Required for this position are: an MLS from an ALA accredited program plus two years' full time technical support experience, excellent communications and organizational skills, ability to learn new technical skills quickly, ability to meet deadlines; customer service-oriented with ability to work effectively with computer users at all levels of technical competence; ability to work flexibly and collaboratively within a team composed of librarians and library technology professionals; experience working in a higher education, research organization, or library environment; strong problem-solving and analytical skills; Unix system administration experience; two years' database programming experience with SQL, perl, PHP, or Java; knowledge of object-oriented analysis and design. ENVIRONMENT: Vanderbilt University consists of ten schools and colleges with an enrollment of over 11,000. The Jean & Alexander Heard Library system has a collection of over 3 million volumes in eight libraries and a staff of 210. Vanderbilt University is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, and SOLINET. The library is highly automated with an online system based on Sirsi software. Library Information Technology Services is a team-based unit. The team works collaboratively with the libraries to facilitate effective computing and provide leadership in the design, development, implementation and maintenance of technology services for library users. COMPENSATION: Salary negotiable ($39,000 minimum). Benefits are those applicable to exempt employees of Vanderbilt University, including health care insurance; retirement plan options; a tuition discount program; and paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave. APPLICATIONS: Preference will be given to applications received by August 5, 2007 and review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled. Qualified individuals should complete the Vanderbilt University application form at http://www.vanderbilt.jobs. Refer to requisition RMB57648. Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities, persons with disabilities, and women are particularly encouraged to apply. _________________________________________________________________ Visit Chronicle Careers at http://chronicle.com/jobs/ _________________________________________________________________ Copyright 2007 by The Chronicle of Higher Education