[Web4lib] Head of Library Technology at Binghamton University- search extended

[Rushton, Erin]

Binghamton University

State University of New York 


Head of Library Technology

The Binghamton University Libraries seek an enthusiastic, collegial,
service-oriented and dynamic Head of Library Technology who will provide
leadership for information technologies, digital initiatives and provide
overall direction, administration and management of computer resources,
systems, and networking in the Libraries. The incumbent will supervise
the Systems Department; oversee the Libraries' technology
infrastructure, web services, and other production and discovery
technologies (Innovative Interfaces Encore discovery services platform
and the Grokker visual search technology by Groxis); and is responsible
for the Libraries' ILS (Ex Libris ALEPH).  The Head of Library
Technology researches and assesses library and information technology
trends and advises accordingly. Works with University Information
Technology Services; and represents the Libraries' information
technology interests within the University and in SUNY-wide initiatives.


 

This position reports to the Associate Director of Libraries.
Librarians at Binghamton University are members of the faculty and are
expected to contribute significantly to the profession as well as to
perform their specific duties. 

 

Located in the Southern Tier of upstate New York, Binghamton University
consistently ranks among the nation's best public universities and is
recognized for its strong academic programs, distinguished faculty, and
talented students.  The University enrolls over 14,000 students and is
one of four doctoral granting institutions in the State University of
New York system.  

 

This is a tenure track position with competitive salary commensurate
with qualifications and experience plus excellent benefits including
TIAA/CREF. 

 

Review of applications will begin on October 5, 2007 and will continue
until position is filled. Finalists invited for an interview will be
asked to demonstrate communication skills and knowledge of trends in
library technology through a presentation to library faculty, staff, and
other members of the University community.

 

Send letter, resume, and contact information for three professional
references to:

 

            Cindy Olbrys, Team Leader for Human Resources

            Binghamton University Libraries

            P.O. Box 6012

            Binghamton, NY 13902-6012

            colbrys at binghamton.edu

 

Detailed position description available at

http://library.lib.binghamton.edu/webdocs/headlibtech.html

Binghamton University is an Equal

Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.