Job: Information Technology Librarian, Towson University

Kimberly Miller kmiller0128 at GMAIL.COM
Tue Dec 16 15:24:22 EST 2014


*Please excuse cross posting*


*Information Technology Librarian*

*Towson University*



The Albert S. Cook Library invites applications for a permanent status
track Librarian to lead the library’s information technology operations,
head the Library IT Department, and participate in library decision-making
as a member of the Library Management Council.



*Responsibilities:*

Direct and oversee Library’s information technology resources, services,
and infrastructure including hardware and applications to support library
operations and library users.



The principle responsibilities of the Information Technology Librarian are:

·         Planning, development and evaluation of the Library’s information
technology infrastructure, operations and services in collaboration with
other Library departments, the campus Office of Technology Services, and
the University System of Maryland and Affiliated Institutions (USMAI)
Library Consortium.

·         Management, training, and development of Library Information
Technology staff.

·         Planning and oversight of Library technology budget and
expenditures.

·         Investigation, development, and implementation of library
information technology, such as discovery tools, integrated library
systems, resource sharing and mobile applications.

·         Leadership of library web initiatives.

·         Development and implementation of technology applications for
research, information literacy instruction, and resource access.

·         Teaching course-integrated information literacy classes.

·         Serving as liaison to faculty in the Department of Computer and
Information Sciences.

·         Providing technology training for library employees and
university faculty.

·         As Head of the Library Information Technology Department and
member of the Library Management Council, participate in planning and
resource deployment decisions for the entire library.



Towson University librarians are expected to progress successfully along
the promotion and permanent status track and participate fully as members
of the library faculty. Appointment will be made at the rank of Librarian I
or II, depending on qualifications.



*Qualifications: *
MLS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution. Minimum 3 years
post-MLS professional library experience, including experience in library
information technology, library instruction, and web development.
Background in computer science, information science or information systems
required. Demonstrated knowledge of library operations software and
systems; experience in developing and implementing web and database
applications; knowledge  or experience with web client and server
applications, databases, web programming environments, HTML, CSS, XML, PHP,
and scripting languages; knowledge  or experience working with integrated
library systems and the application of technology to improve library
operations.   Experience with library discovery tools and knowledge or
experience with Drupal preferred. Experience working with library APIs
desirable.  Demonstrated knowledge of standards, information technology
best practices, and issues in academic libraries.  Demonstrated ability to
plan, manage and oversee complex projects with diverse technological
needs.  Evidence of innovation in implementing emerging information
technologies in libraries.  Proven ability to manage in a highly
collaborative environment.  Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills.  Evidence of commitment to professional development and
scholarship.  For more information about the position, visit
http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/employment



*Towson University: *

Towson University (www.towson.edu) was founded in 1866, is recognized by U.
S. News and World Reports as one of the top public universities in the
Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, is Baltimore’s largest university, and
is the largest public, comprehensive institution in the University of
Maryland System. TU enrolls over 18,000 undergraduates and approaching
4,000 graduate students across six academic colleges (business, education,
fine arts, health professions, liberal arts, science & mathematics), has
over 865 full-time faculty, and offers more than 65 bachelor’s, 45
master’s, and 5 doctoral programs. Our centrally located campus sits on 330
rolling green acres and is 10 miles north of Baltimore, 45 miles north of
Washington D.C., and 95 miles south of Philadelphia.



*Application Process*:

*Preference given to applications received by January 31, 2015.* Position
is open until filled. Please submit a cover letter addressing the position
requirements, resume and contact information for at least three
professional references. Transcripts will be requested of final candidates.
Submit application materials to:



Diane Cascella

Information Technology Librarian Search

Albert S. Cook Library

Towson University

8000 York Road

Towson, MD 21252



Electronic applications are encouraged and should be submitted to
dcascella at towson.edu.



A Criminal Background Investigation if required for the hired candidate and
the results may impact employment.



*Please be sure to visit **http://www.towson.edu/odeo/applicantdata.asp*
<http://www.towson.edu/odeo/applicantdata.asp>* to complete a voluntary
on-line applicant data form. The information you provide will inform the
university’s affirmative action plan and is for statistical-related
purposes only. The information will not be used for any other purpose.
Please note that the search number for which you have applied is:
LIB-N-28**.*



*Towson University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and
has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. Women, minorities,
persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.*



*--*
*Kimberly Miller*
Research & Instruction Librarian for Emerging Technologies
Liaison to Department of Psychology
Albert S. Cook Library, Towson University
410-704-6324
kimberlymiller at towson.edu

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