NAME OF POSITION: Head of Library Systems
DEPARTMENT: Paul Meek Library, University of Tennessee at Martin
POSITION: The University of Tennessee at Martin invites applicants for a Head
of Library Systems (This is a faculty tenured position). The Head of Library
Systems reports directly to the Library Director and provides a leadership role in
the planning, development, and management of the Library’s technological
infrastructure.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit by email in a PDF format, Cover Letter.
Resume, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts
required when hired), and the contact information (name, address, and phone
number) of three references to:
Head of Library Systems Search Committee
Email: [log in to unmask]
For questions contact:
Samuel Richardson
(731)881-7092
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The search will remain open until the position is filled. Preference will be given
to those applications submitted by January 23, 2012.
JOB DUTIES:
* Provide leadership and direction for library technology resources and services
* Supervise one computer technician and two student workers
* Manage the Innovative Interfaces, Inc. (III) Millennium Integrated library
system including, but not limited to, troubleshooting, software/hardware
updates, patron file uploads, training, and the WebBridge link resolver
* Serve as liaison between Paul Meek Library and III
* Assist the Library Director with technology planning and project
implementation
* Provide support for the Library’s technical platforms including Windows 2008
and Linux system administration and troubleshooting, software installation.
Current library systems include ILLIAD, EZproxy,
Linux based server with Eprints3, and OCLC.
* Support the library’s online electronic database collection (EBSCO, JSTOR,
ProQuest, etc.). This would include working with vendors, UTM networking &
Security, and others to ensure secure access to UTM resources
* Serve as the liaison with the Information Technology Services Field Support
group for repair of Library equipment
* Serve as the liaison with the Information Technology Services Systems
Administration group for issues and projects relating to the UTM
Windows/Active Director/VMware/SAN /Linux infrastructure
* Coordinate and provide library faculty and staff training for library systems
and new technologies
* Serve at the Reference Desk and provide library instruction as needed
* Perform other duties as required
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* A Masters in Library and Informational Sciences from an ALA accredited
program
* Experience with an integrated library system and/or web-based public access
catalog
* Significant experience with Linux and Windows 2008 systems administration in
an Active Directory environment
* Experience in web page development to include html, php scripting, and
MySQL
* Effective written and oral communication skills
* Strong analytical and problem solving skills
* Ability to work independently and within a team environment
* Demonstrated potential to meet university promotion and tenure
requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
* Supervisory and leadership ability
* Understanding of MARC records
* Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
* Experience with III Millennium Integrated Library System
* Familiarity with emerging trends in library service and systems
* Experience with academic library operations and procedures
ADVERTISED SALARY RANGE: $45,000 to $50,000
The University of Tennessee at Martin is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section
504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment
programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex,
pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or
mental disability, or covered veteran status.
