[Web4lib] Job posting: system admin in Anchorage, AK

[Susan Elliott]

POSITION: Joint Library Catalog System Administrator

LOCATION: Consortium Library, University of Alaska Anchorage

SALARY: $46,009.60 - $51,812.80 annual minimum

RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as primary database system
administrator, user support person, system report writer and
system training coordinator for regional Sirsi Unicorn system
for the UAA/APU Consortium Library, five extended campus
libraries, and ARLIS. Work with library staff, information
technology staff, vendors and system administrators in other
partner libraries to solve problems, improve and enhance
services, test and troubleshoot system activities and
upgrades, and maximize the use of the shared integrated
library system.  Provide backup systems support for other
information technology activities within the Consortium
Library and ARLIS.

REQUIREMENTS: Recent experience in using, managing and
troubleshooting integrated library systems. Knowledge of
library operations, such as circulation, serials management,
cataloging, acquisitions or reference. Knowledge of MARC
record format.  Experience working in a UNIX or other
non-Windows based operating system. Project management
experience. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work within a team and independently. Demonstrated
ability to communicate effectively and clearly both in writing
and orally. Attention to detail. Creativity, flexibility, and
ability and willingness to learn new technical skills.
Superior diplomacy skills. BA/BS degree or equivalent
required; Masters of Library Science Degree from ALA
accredited institution preferred. Experience with Sirsi
Unicorn system administration or Sun Solaris systems
preferred. Knowledge of JavaScript, XML, and HTML preferred.
Experience with MARC holdings format preferred.

APPLICATION: Full job description and online application
available at:

 http://www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=52193.

Only online applications will be considered.  Open until
filled.

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Susan Elliott               Head, Library Systems
Consortium Library            and Associate Professor
Univ. of Alaska Anchorage   Email: afsae at uaa.alaska.edu
3211 Providence Drive       Phone: (907) 786-1847
Anchorage, AK  99508        Fax:   (907) 786-1834
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