[Web4lib] Position Announcement: Head, Library Systems at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

[Cox, Christopher N.]

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire seeks a Head, Library Systems, a probationary tenure track faculty position beginning February 1, 2008.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:

 *   ALA-accredited MLS or international equivalent
 *   Server administration experience
 *   Familiarity with SQL,Visual Basic
 *   Professional experience managing an automated library system
 *   Documented evidence of successful management of web and systems projects
 *   Knowledge of library web design and scripting languages (Examples include HTML, XHTML, CSS, PHP, XML, JavaScript)
 *   Demonstrated commitment to professional development and potential to meet the library's tenure and promotion requirements
 *   Excellent organizational , interpersonal  and oral and written communication skills
 *   Demonstrated commitment to public service
Preferred:

 *   Academic library experience
 *   In-depth understanding of technological trends and developments in academic libraries
 *   Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software problems
 *   Experience with SFX and MetaLib
 *   Experience with ILLIAD and other electronic information loan software
 *   Familiarity with remote patron authentication (EZProxy)

RESPONSIBILITIES:
In addition to supporting day-to-day library operations, this position is responsible for managing the information technology resources of the Library to maximize their positive impact on teaching, learning and research for the students, faculty and staff of the University.  The Head, Library Systems oversees all aspects of the Library's Integrated Library System (ILS - Endeavor/Ex Libris' Voyager) and develops gateways to other information resources, including the Library's electronic resources, institutional repositories and web presence.  The position also provides technical and programming expertise in installing, troubleshooting, maintaining and upgrading system software and in performing critical operations such as extracting/loading data.  Working closely with other librarians in a collegial environment, the successful candidate will provide vision and leadership in the investigation and implementation of emerging information technologies.

Duties include:
*         Supports the mission of the Library by providing technical and operational support for all library systems, software and hardware, including the Library's server (SUN Solaris) and personal computers.
*         Manages, configures and maintains the library's electronic resources.
*         Serves as lead administrator for the Library ILS (Endeavor/Ex Libris Voyager) and is responsible for all aspects thereof, including the development and maintenance of interfaces between Voyager and other systems, integration of locally developed and third party applications with Voyager, and functional support for all Voyager modules and creation of SQL-based custom reports.
*         Serves as the library web site manager, overseeing the site's technical aspects and ensuring consistency with the University web site.
*         Develops and implements new Web based applications, dynamically-driven web content and user interfaces.
*         Coordinates planning for and delivery of online library systems.
*         Manages, configures and maintains the library's electronic resources.
*         Collaborates with colleagues in investigating, evaluating, recommending and implementing emerging information technologies to improve service.
*         Develops training and documentation for library systems as needed.
*         Hire, supervise and review systems staff (1 FTE).
*         Serves as library/systems liaison to appropriate committees.
*         Fulfills faculty responsibilities.

MCINTYRE LIBRARY:
McIntyre Library has a collection of over 547,000 titles and 2 million volumes, including:  200,000 government documents, 17,700 online and print periodical subscriptions.  The Library maintains a very active information literacy program, provides access to a wide range of digital resources and is a selective state and federal document depository.

UNIVERSITY & EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY:
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire campus community consists of 10,500 students and 700 faculty and administrative/professional staff.  As the UW System's only Center of Excellence for faculty and undergraduate research, faculty and students regularly work side-by-side on original research.

Often described as Wisconsin's most beautiful campus, UW-Eau Claire's campus spans the banks of the Chippewa River in the heart of Eau Claire, western Wisconsin's largest city. Eau Claire and the surrounding countryside have many scenic rivers, lakes, parks, bike trails and wooded areas where students and community members enjoy seasonal sports, camping and a variety of other recreational activities.

A community of 60,000, Eau Claire is a safe, friendly, and affordable community with employment opportunities for family members and outstanding schools for children. Eau Claire is just 90 miles from Minneapolis-St. Paul which offers world class theater, symphony and chamber orchestras, opera, and restaurants as well as professional sports, shopping, and cultural diversity.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Send letter of application, curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references to:
Christopher Cox, Chair
Head, Library Systems Search Committee
McIntyre Library
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54702-4004

To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by October 19, 2007.  However, screening may continue until position is filled.  The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process.  Applicants' names are subject to public release unless confidentiality has been requested in writing.  Names of all finalists must be released.

UW-Eau Claire is an AA/EEO employer dedicated to enhancing diversity.
To learn more, visit our Web site:  http://www.uwec.edu/acadaff/jobs/.


Christopher Cox
Assistant Director of Libraries
Editor, Internet Reference Services Quarterly
McIntyre Library
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
105 Garfield Avenue - L 3002A
Eau Claire, WI 54702-4004
Phone:  (715) 836-4454
Fax:  (715) 836-2949
Email:  coxcn at uwec.edu