[Web4lib] JOB POSTING: Systems Analyst in Lansing, Michigan

[Bollinger,Stephen]

Come to the "middle of the mitten", the state capitol of the beautiful state of Michigan and join a library IT team that is working hard to bend technology to the mission of public libraries. We are looking for an Innovative guru with the technical and personal savvy to design and implement creative solutions using a variety of tools in our Windows environment. Application available here, due Oct. 7, 2005: http://www.cadl.org/jobs/

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Sheryl Cormicle Knox
Technology Director
Capital Area District Library
517.367.6347
www.cadl.org

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TITLE: SYSTEMS ANALYST, Capital Area District Library
Exempt
Pay Grade: P3

Under the supervision of the Technology Director, this employee is the key technical expert on the library's automated library system, integrates third party software and hardware with existing systems, analyzes business processes and creates technological solutions, and performs other special projects as assigned.

Specific Duties
-Maintains expert knowledge of functional capabilities, configuration, and operation of the automated library system (Innovative Interfaces' Millennium). Closely coordinates with other staff to install upgrades, implement new modules or functionality, and troubleshoot technical issues.
-Integrates and maintains third party software and hardware that interfaces with the library's automated library system. Troubleshoots technical issues.
-Analyzes and evaluates workflows for all aspects of public and support services. Designs and implements technological solutions to improve quality and efficiency of workflows, including developing web applications, scripts, macros, and/or customized Microsoft Office applications, as well as evaluating and integrating third party technology solutions.
-Provides documentation, training and support for library staff.
-As part of the Information Technology team, suggests, plans, and implements projects to continually improve the technology environment at CADL. Fills in for other Information Technology team members when needed.
-Other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed
by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job
duties.

Employment Qualifications
-Bachelor's degree in a related field or MLS with significant technical experience. Pertinent certifications desirable.
-Two years experience analyzing business processes and creating technological solutions.
-Two years experience managing projects from inception to completion, including writing functional and technical specifications and supporting documentation.
-Experience administering an automated library system desirable.
-Facility with Internet and Windows scripting and programming languages, such as VBScript, VBA, .NET, JavaScript, Python, Perl.
-Demonstrated success in troubleshooting and researching complex computer problems.
-An understanding of and an interest in the mission of public libraries.
-Successful completion of one-year probationary period.
-Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job.

The Qualifications listed above are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience
that could provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job may be
considered.

Additional Specifications
-Customer service orientation.
-Effective written and oral communication skills.
-Ability to work independently on projects.
-Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, vendors, and the public.
-Ability to conduct oneself with tact and courtesy.