Systems Librarian, University of La Verne Library
#3041 – Systems Librarian, University of La Verne Wilson Library
The University of La Verne invites applicants for a Systems Librarian (Assistant Professor), a non-tenure track 12-month faculty appointment. Reporting directly to the University Librarian, the Systems Librarian will use a high level of technical, instructional, and interpersonal skills.
The responsibilities of this position include administering and providing technical support for all aspects of library technology including the Innovative Interfaces Millennium integrated library system, hardware and software installations and maintenance, library wireless, opac, proxy server, online resources and services such as LINK+, ILLIAD, ERM, OCLC, link resolver, research databases, e-journals, e-books, etc.; assisting the University Librarian with technology planning and project implementation; serving as primary liaison with the university’s Office of Information Technology to coordinate all library systems’ installation, upgrade and maintenance; supervise one full-time staff member (Electronic Services Technician); serving as liaison to database and online service providers; providing technology training to library staff; providing research consultation services to library users in a multi-disciplinary environment using multiple formats (in-person, e-mail, phone, and chat); developing, promoting, and delivering effective library research skills/information literacy instructional sessions, seminars and workshops for both on-campus and off-campus programs; developing the library collection by selecting materials for acquisition in all formats; serving as liaison with selected academic departments; maintaining a program of professional development.
This position requires ALA accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science; academic library experience; Innovative Interfaces experience; effective written and oral communication skills; experience administering web-based solutions using CSS, HTML, XML and related technologies; understanding of the MARC record; the ability to function flexibly in a team environment; excellent reference skills (online and in person), database searching; ability to troubleshoot applications. Must be self directed, flexible and adaptable to change, analytical, creative, and results and customer service oriented.
Preference will be given to those with an understanding of academic collection development practices; experience providing information literacy instruction; experience supporting document delivery, cataloging, interlibrary loan, or other library workflow processes; and supervisory experience.
Hiring salary is commensurate with experience, and departmental equity. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse and dependent children and a generous 10% contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan.
To apply, please send a cover letter with a description of your scholarly interests, a curriculum vitae, a detailed statement of your teaching philosophy and goals, and the names and contact information for three professional references to: Human Resources; Reference Position #3041; University of La Verne; 1950 3rd Street; La Verne, CA 91750; or you may FAX your application materials to: (909) 392-2791; or use our e-mail address jobs@laverne.edu . (If you elect to attach a word document, use only Word for Windows or an ADOBE PDF file; otherwise include all resume and cover letter information in the main body of the e-mail message
