[Web4lib] JOB DESCRIPTION--Information System Manager (Birmingham, Ala.)

[Elizabeth Swift]

*/Information System Manager
Acquisitions Department, Full time
Central Library/**//*

*_DESCRIPTION
_*This position involves responsibility for performing a wide range of 
software related tasks including but not limited to systems support and 
web development.  The work is performed in the Acquisitions Department 
under the general supervision of the department head and is reviewed 
through conferences and on the basis of results achieved.

*_EXAMPLES OF WORK_*

§         Develops database driven web applications from library primary 
source material.

§         Assists as needed with the design and maintenance of the 
library's Web pages.

§         Works with IT staff of online vendors to set up the library's 
electronic resources.

§         Works with various library vendors to write computer programs 
that allow the download of information from vendor web sites into the 
library's catalog for ordering purposes; creates Innovative load tables 
when necessary to accomplish this

§         Responsible for day to day management of the library's 
automated accounting system (Innovative Interfaces)

§         Serves as liaison with Innovative Interfaces (integrated 
library system) to resolve issues and problems relating to Acquisitions 
and Serials

§         Writes procedures and provides training to library staff on 
Innovative, web access, and ordering procedures

§         Writes computer scripts to customize and format reports 
created from Innovative review files

§         Attends annual ILS users group meeting to gain insight into 
existing and proposed aspects of the entire Innovative system and 
especially of the acquisitions and serials modules.  From time to time 
presents programs at these meetings.

*_DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS_*

         */_General _/*

§         Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

§         Ability to establish and maintain cordial and effective 
relationships with associates.

§         Ability to pay close attention to detail. 

§         Ability to keep abreast of changes and advances in technology.

*/_Software development_/*

§         Proven ability to learn new languages/technologies quickly

§         Broad, code-level knowledge and usage of standard web 
technologies in general, and a deep knowledge of a few.  (Perl, PHP, 
Python, html, css, javascript, etc.)

§         Understanding of the concepts of interface design, information 
architecture, usability and accessibility issues, and web standards

§         Ability to build web pages both with html editors and with code

§         Knowledge of and experience with client-side (html, css, 
javascript, sml ) and server-side (Perl, PHP, Python, Java, R.uby) web 
programming languages

§         Interest in SQL-based relational database management systems 
(mysql, ms sql, sqlite, postgres, Oracle)

§         Basic desktop hardware and software troubleshooting support

§         Ability to install, optimize and configure web server software 
(e.g. Apache, IIS, etc. )

§         Ability to install and configure web application software

§         Ability to organize, plan, and implement projects, both as a 
project lead and working alone

§         Ability to write and produce usable, accurate documentation

*_EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE_***
Undergraduate degree from an accredited four-year college or university, 
supplemented by attainment of a master's degree in library science from 
an ALA accredited institution.  Certification in web technologies desired.

*_HOURS AND BENEFITS_**_
_*80 hours biweekly, including weekends and evenings, Grade 20, annual 
salary range of $33,238.40 - $51,584.00.  Excellent benefit package 
includes 12 paid holidays, vacation, sick, and major medical health, 
dental and life insurance.  All positions may include morning, 
afternoon, evening, and weekend hours, including Sundays.  Employees may 
be required to adapt to future schedule and location changes depending 
on library needs. Must have capability to substitute at other library 
locations as needed.

*_METHOD OF APPOINTMENT_**_
_*Submit resume along with three references and both undergraduate and 
graduate transcripts to Norma Blount, Birmingham Public Library, 2100 
Park Place, Birmingham, AL 35203, (205) 226-3612 or FAX to (205) 
226-3743.  Position available immediately.

*/You must pass a pre-employment health screen before you may be 
employed by the /**/Birmingham/**/ Public Library.
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Elizabeth E. Swift
System Librarian
Jefferson County Library Cooperative
2100 Park Place
Birmingham, AL 35203-2794
eswift at bham.lib.al.us
Tel. 205.226.3722
Fax 205.226.3729
http://www.jclc.org