Systems & Learning Tech Lib, SUNY Maritime Coll (NY)

 

Systems and Learning Technologies Librarian

SUNY Maritime College is located on a 55-acre scenic waterfront property on the outskirts of New York City on the Throggs Neck peninsula where the East River meets Long Island Sound. The campus blends the best of two worlds: a comfortable college-town feel with the greatest city in the world. An impressive view of the sound extends toward the North Atlantic, yet only a few miles away are Yankee Stadium and Midtown Manhattan. SUNY Maritime offers an array of employment opportunities stemming from entry level to professional positions which encourage growth and development among its employees. Job Description: The Systems and Learning Technologies Librarian will work collaboratively with others to identify, develop, deploy, and manage new and existing technologies to support library services, teaching and learning, research and creative endeavors.  This position will require innovation, creativity and a willingness to problem solve.  Maritime College is committed to further strengthening its inclusive campus community, one that comprises diverse faculty, students and staff. Maritime College actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the campus. Responsibilities: Maintain the integrated library management system (Alma), discovery tool (Primo) and electronic resource access, troubleshoot issues that may arise with these tools and provide library systems support to library colleagues Serve as administrator for subscribed Springshare products Coordinates the implementation and maintenance of new library software, electronic resources and upgrades Work collaboratively with others within the library and across campus on systems-related, technology-related, and digitally-based services and projects Manage the evolving slate of library technology service operations Engage faculty and students to explore new technologies around which the Library may build research and learning support services Participate in the collaborative library-wide effort to extend technology learning support to students and faculty across the curriculum through resource development, training and communication Responsible for all facets and complexities of the Electronic Resources life-cycle Work closely with the Content Management Librarian to identify new e-resources, and evaluate & assess collections for content, discoverability and ease of access Communicate changes in content and platforms to library faculty and staff in a timely and effective manner Generate and maintain customized reports for library systems and learning technologies Participate in library instruction, including creation of research guides in collaboration with fellow librarians, teaches general library research classes to undergraduate and graduate students and develops customized supplementary materials/tools as needed for instruction sessions Trains staff and student workers as necessary Provide general and specialized reference service in person and virtually Serve as a subject liaison for developing resources and collections Participate in professional service and research activities in support of promotion and tenure requirements Serve on college and library committees, participates in local, regional, and national associations, and engages in scholarly activity required for promotion and tenure Additional duties as assigned Requirements: Required Qualifications: Two or more years of experience in an academic or research library Master's degree in information and/or library science from an ALA-accredited school or an ALA approved foreign equivalent High degree of current awareness in computers and related technologies in emerging use at institutions of higher education Strong understanding of electronic resource management and library systems Familiarity with supporting off campus-access to licensed resources and the role of access and identity management technologies such as proxy server Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork skills Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail Ability to work independently and perform complicated tasks with minimal supervision Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing assignments and needs Knowledge of current and emerging trends in academic librarianship Ability to work occasional nights and weekends Preferred  Qualifications: Demonstrated technical-support skills Familiarity with current issues in library technologies Familiarity with Ex Libris library systems products Knowledge of HTML/JavaScript/CSS Ability to gather, analyze, and report data Aptitude for teaching and developing instructional content and documentation Additional Information: Classification/Salary Range: The Systems and Learning Technologies Librarian is a United University Professions (UUP) position.  The anticipated salary range for the position is $50,000 - $55,000 annually, with an outstanding benefits package. For more information, please see the UUP Benefit Summary: https://www.suny.edu/media/suny/content-assets/documents/benefits/benefit-summaries/FTUUPbenefitsummary-Jan-2021.pdf  Review of applications to commence immediately and conclude when the position is filled. Special Notes: This is a full-time calendar year appointment UUP Position.  Fair Labor Standard Acts (FLSA) Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.  Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Travel and interview expenses will not be reimbursed. Budget Title: Assistant Librarian Local Title: Systems and Learning Technologies Librarian Line #: 00402 SUNY Maritime College is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled/Affirmative Action employer, committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For our full non-discrimination statement, see: http://www.sunymaritime.edu/affirmative-action SUNY Maritime College is committed to maintaining a safe environment for its students, faculty, staff, volunteers and the general public that use our facilities. Therefore, in order to ensure the hiring of employees of the highest integrity and to maintain a safe campus community, SUNY Maritime College will conduct pre-employment background investigations on all individuals for whom employment is to be offered. SUNY Maritime is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. SUNY Maritime is an employer committed to the diversity of its community and respect for others. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov. If you need a disability related accommodation, please call The Office of Human Resource Services at (718) 409-7303 or email at hr@sunymaritime.edu. In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request by calling (718) 409-7350. It can also be viewed on line by selecting University Police at www.sunymaritime.edu. Application Instructions: Persons interested in the above position should apply online.  Applicants are asked to submit the following: Resume/CV Cover letter  A statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance Maritime's commitment to inclusive excellence The names and contact information for three professional references Returning Applicants - Login to your SUNY Maritime Careers Account to check your completed application, check/edits your profile or to upload additional documents. To Apply: https://tinyurl.com/57bvt83t