Systems & Information Technology Librarian, Assistant Professor
The
Ursula C. Schwerin Library at New York City College of Technology,
CUNY, seeks a tenure-track library faculty member at the assistant
professor level to serve as Systems and Information Technology
Librarian. The successful candidate will provide leadership for
planning, managing, evaluating, and supporting a range of library
systems services and operations. The successful candidate will have
experience in library systems and technology. Knowledge of
best practices and emerging trends in information and instructional
technologies is essential. The Library is committed to enhancing our
diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with
disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply.
The
Systems and Information Technology Librarian will: - Oversee library
technical infrastructure, including library servers, networking,
security, hardware, and software applications. - Manage local
installation of the university-wide integrated library system (ALEPH),
including working with technical services and circulation operations in
the implementation and evaluation of the integrated library system. -
Keep current with and explore technologies
that especially impact library information technology and systems. -
Plan the acquisition of library computer hardware, software, and
accessories. - Troubleshoot all IT related problems and coordinate their
investigation and resolution. - Serve as primary
liaison between the library and college IT personnel. - Coordinate
training for library faculty and support staff on systems and
information technology. - Supervise laboratory technicians, library
assistants, and/or student workers. - Complete other related
duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master's
in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies
(MLIS), or closely related discipline from an ALA-accredited
institution, with a second graduate degree required.
Demonstrated experience with managing an ILS and library information
technology services. Staff supervisory experience. Also required are
interest in productive scholarship or creative achievement and the
ability to cooperate with others for the good of the
institution. Knowledge of best practices and emerging trends in
information and instructional technologies is essential, as are strong
analytical, organizational, and planning skills, and strong oral and
written communication skills.
Preferred
Qualifications: - Background or degree in Computer Science, Information
Technology, or related field - Experience managing servers and
understanding of networking, including cloud-based technology
- Experience managing an integrated library system (preferably ALEPH
500) - Experience working with other library applications, systems, and
tools, for example Illiad, OCLC Services, EZProxy, or Serials Solutions
(ProQuest) - Experience working with a CMS,
JavaScript, HTML, and CSS - Experience with Linux, Apache, MySQL, and
PHP - Experience working with open source software - Familiarity with
current trends in scholarly communication
COMPENSATION
CUNY offers
faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health
insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and
savings programs. We also provide mentoring and
support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our
commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY
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scholarly interests.
CLOSING DATE
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of resumes will begin 8/13/14.
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