Fwd: Position Opening: Head, Systems Department

[Beth Juhl]

Hello:

Below is a position currently available in our Libraries.



>Head, Library Systems Department
>University of Arkansas Libraries
>
>The Head, Library Systems Department, is responsible for managing and 
>overseeing computing operations for the University Libraries.  The 
>Department maintains servers for the Libraries’ Innovative Interfaces, 
>Inc., library computer system (InfoLinks), the Libraries’ web server, a 
>software applications server, and an Altiris imaging server.  It is 
>responsible for 300 library staff and public computers and peripherals in 
>the main library and four branch libraries; computer literacy training; 
>providing technical advice and research for new library initiatives; 
>monitoring and troubleshooting the Library network; and planning and 
>coordinating network upgrades in the main and branch libraries.
>
>The Head represents the Department at the Library Cabinet, is the library 
>contact with campus and state computing departments, and participates in 
>computing initiatives with other libraries.  Reports to the Assistant 
>Director for Collection Management Services and Systems and supervises a 
>department of 3 FTE staff and .5 FTE students.
>
>The Head is also responsible for hardware and software support of the 
>InfoLinks system in consultation with functional coordinators, serves as 
>backup for login/password maintenance, provides overall tracking of system 
>problems reported by the vendor, documents system and software 
>configurations, coordinates installation of new releases, participates in 
>national and state users’ groups and listserve discussions, and maintains 
>contact with other local Innovative Interfaces sites.
>
>Qualifications: Required: bachelor’s degree in appropriate field; three 
>years’ operational experience with major integrated library systems; four 
>years’ satisfactory experience in an academic library, including at least 
>two years’ satisfactory management of a systems operation of comparable 
>size.  Preferred: experience with the library system from Innovative 
>Interfaces, Inc., experience in organizing and presenting systems training 
>programs, understanding of network technologies, experience with digital 
>projects, and a demonstrated customer service orientation.
>
>Twelve month non-classified appointment.  Salary negotiable, depending on 
>experience and qualifications.  TIAA/CREF and/or Fidelity; 22 days annual 
>leave, tuition reduction, health and dental insurance, and other benefits.
>
>The University of Arkansas is a nationally competitive, student-centered 
>research university serving Arkansas and the world.  Supported by major 
>gifts received through the Campaign for the 21st Century, University goals 
>include increasing enrollment by several thousand students; establishing 
>new academic programs, especially in the Honors College and Graduate 
>School; and increasing research across the curriculum.  In concert with 
>these goals, the Libraries have identified strategic initiatives to meet 
>increasing expectations of students and faculty in this growth 
>environment, including innovations within the Libraries; a higher level of 
>operational excellence; enabling activity to support the University’s 
>land-grant teaching and research mission; and dedication, innovation, 
>cooperation, and flexibility from its personnel.
>
>The University is situated in the Ozarks in one of the most rapidly 
>growing areas of the country, offering numerous cultural and recreational 
>opportunities associated with natural beauty.  For more information, visit 
>the UA home page (http://www.uark.edu).
>
>Review of applications will begin immediately.  Send letter of 
>application, résumé, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three 
>references to:  Ms. Janet Parsch, Director for Organizational Development, 
>University of Arkansas Libraries, 365 N. Ozark Ave., Fayetteville, AR 
>72701-4002. The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/Equal 
>Opportunity Employer.  All applications will be accepted without regard to 
>age, race, color, sex, or national origin.  Applicants must have proof of 
>legal authority to work in the United States.

Beth Juhl
Electronic Collections and Services
University of Arkansas Libraries
Fayetteville, AR 72701
479-575-4665
bjuhl at uark.edu


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