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#JOBS : Systems Librarian Broome Community College (New York State)

Posted on August 18, 2010 | Comments Off

SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN

 

Broome Community College invites applications for a Systems Librarian. This is a 12-month tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Librarian. 

 

Responsibilities: In consultation with library faculty and staff, this position is responsible for the planning, implementation, and management of programs and services  supporting the use of computer and related technologies  including the library’s integrated library system, Ex Libris Aleph, Illiad, computer-equipped classroom, staff desktop computers and peripherals, the library’s webpage and electronic reserves.  Participates in library planning including development of new services and initiatives, and committee work.  The position reports to the Director of the Learning Resources Center. 

 

Qualifications:  A master’s degree from ALA-accredited library and information science program required. Demonstrated experience in managing integrated library systems and web services, electronic resources, and web development. Working knowledge of MS Office applications, SQL, PHP, and HTML. Strong analytical, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills, and flexibility in the workplace required. Experience working with Ex Libris Aleph, Illiad, post-secondary teaching experience and second graduate degree desired.

 

Hiring range $43,282 – $54,964.  Salary offer will be based on qualifications.  Submissions accepted until position filled.  For full consideration, application materials must be received by September 10, 2010.  Send letter of interest, resume and the name, address and phone number of three references to Elizabeth A. Wood, Human Resources Officer, Broome Community College, PO Box 1017, Binghamton, New York 13902.  BCC specifically invites and encourages applications from women and minorities. AA/EOE

Posted via email from Bill Drew – BabyBoomer Librarian

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FYI: Head of Information Systems vacancy at SUNY New Paltz

Posted on May 28, 2010 | Comments Off
State University of New York at New Paltz
Sojourner Truth Library

Head of Information Systems

SUNY New Paltz seeks a creative, energetic, and collegial individual to serve as Head of Information Systems to provide leadership for the planning, expansion, and delivery of innovative library services in support of the learning, teaching, and research mission of the College.  This position is responsible for the overall direction, administration, and management of all library systems and information technologies.  Specifically, the incumbent will serve as system administrator for the library’s integrated system (Aleph), enhance and monitor the library’s web site, supervise computer staff in equipment maintenance, oversee the applications for interlibrary loan and electronic reserves, implement new initiatives to streamline operations and improve existing services, and provide expertise in the areas of emerging technol ogies.  The College is currently embarking on a major library renovation and revitalization project.  The incumbent will have the opportunity to play a key role in planning and developing a new Information Commons to be part of the library renovation, scheduled for completion in 2012.

Reporting to the Dean of the Library, the incumbent will train and supervise computer support staff in installing and maintaining library hardware and software, work collaboratively with library colleagues in planning and promoting new technologies, build partnerships with other IT staff on campus, communicate with vendors, and represent the library effectively on campus- and SUNY-wide technological initiatives.  He or she will also participate in reference service and the library liaison program as a member of the Library Faculty. 

This is a two-year appointment, renewable, tenure track position, which will be filled at the Senior Assistant Librar ian or Associate Librarian level depending on qualifications and experience. Salary is commensurable with experience and qualifications.

Qualifications:

·         ALA accredited master’s degree in library/information science.
·         Two or more years of professional experience, preferably in an academic library setting.
·         Demonstrated experience in managing integrated library systems (preferably Aleph 500) and complex technological projects.
·         Demonstrated proficiency in Windows & UNIX operating systems and common scripting languages (e.g., HTML, PHP, JavaScript, etc.)
·         Knowledge of current library technologies, applications, utility tools, standards, and best practices.
·     &nb sp;   Understanding of bibliographic record structures and library workflows.
·         Supervisory experience and the ability to work and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) in a team-based and user-centered environment.
·         Flexibility, creativity, and the ability to prioritize and to meet deadlines.
·         Physical ability to move about through a three-floor building and to handle the tools of the trade, such as keyboard and computers.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. (U.S. citizenship or Permanent Resident).

Contact Information: Note search #F10-08 on all materials submitted in connection with this search. Send letter, resume, and names and contact information of three references to:
SUNY New Paltz
Search Chair, Search # F10-08
Sojourner Trut h Library, 300 Hawk Dr
New Paltz, NY 12561-2493

Or e-mail to: lougenc@newpaltz.edu
(SUBJECT: Head of Information Systems Search)

Deadline: Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.

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Perceptions 2007: an International Survey of Library Automation

Posted on January 10, 2008 | Comments Off

Marhsall Breeding’s Perceptions 2007: an International Survey of Library Automation is now available. What I found particularly interesting are the survey results for our LMS, ALEPH and Ex Libris itself. Marshall Breeding mentions in his analysis:

Two products provided by Ex Libris received enough survey responses to be included in the main reports, ALEPH 500 and Voyager. Both of these systems received mediocre satisfaction scores, with Voyager (4.11) ranked a significant notch below that of ALEPH 500 (5.06). Comments about ALEPH included both strongly positive and strongly negative statements. The comments from libraries running Voyager tended to voice uncertainty about the corporate situation, with only a few complaints about the system itself. Libraries running Voyager indicated the strongest interest in migrating to an open source ILS.

The survey response for ALEPH is very interesting:

It clearly shows the ambivalent relationship most of us at ALEPH libraries have for Ex Libris and its products. The most frustrating thing for me is how much you can do but it is still not where it needs to be for the ALEPH web opac. There is also a cultural conflict because of different expectations for service in the United States than what may be expected in Europe and Israel.

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Job Announcement: Aleph Systems Librarian Position

Posted on November 27, 2007 | Comments Off

Aleph System Librarian

The State University of New York (SUNY) Office of Library and
Information Services (OLIS) located in Albany, New York, seeks applications for an Aleph System Librarian to work in a highly-collaborative environment to provide application support for campuses using the Ex Libris Aleph500 integrated library system within the multi-campus, multi-server SUNYConnect consortium. The successful candidate will join a team that collaborates on library projects and programs in support of multi-campus initiatives. The OLIS staff works with information professionals at the SUNY Information Technology Exchange Center; library staff at the University’s 64 campuses; and Ex Libris support personnel. The successful candidate must be effective working both as part of a team and independently. This position will be based in Albany and will require travel throughout New York State.

The primary focus of the position will be providing extensive Aleph application support to the campus library community through the use of a web based problem reporting software application, email, by phone, and occasionally by campus site visits. Responsibilities include testing, monitoring, and troubleshooting software application problems; working with a team to install new software releases and system upgrades; evaluating and installing software patches; resolving associated software application problems; and developing documentation, managing
Aleph configuration tables, and application testing.

Qualifications:
* Bachelors Degree
* Experience working with the configuration, troubleshooting, and ongoing support of the systems and functionality components of library management systems
* Experience with the Unix structure and various Unix editing tools including VI
* Experience with wide range of software products used in libraries
* Facility for learning new software and technologies
* Strong analytical skills as demonstrated by the ability to draw conclusions in a logical, systematic way
* Excellent oral communication skills which demonstrate the ability to effectively convey and explain information and tactfully deal with diverse people, situations, and ideas
* Excellent written communication skills which demonstrate the ability to draft clear, concise specifications, documentation and reports

Preferred:
* MLS/MLIS or equivalent from an ALA accredited program
* Experience working with the Ex Libris Aleph500 application structure and table relationships
* Minimum of 3 years of professional library experience in consortia or academic libraries
* Knowledge of HTML, XML, Oracle, z39.50
* Experience with using SQL for report generation
* Sound understanding of library patron and technical services practices and procedures
* Training experience

Salary: Commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits.

Interested candidates should send a letter of application, resume and references to SUNY Office of Library and Information Services, c/o Aleph System Librarian Search Chair, State University of New York, State University Plaza, Albany, New York 12246 or apply online at www.suny.edu/SUPEmployment.

Position open until filled.

The State University of New York is an EEO/AA employer. Women, minority persons, disabled workers, and/or Vietnam Era Veterans or other protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Call for Presentations – SUNYLA 2007

Posted on January 11, 2007 | Comments Off
I  am posting this here because this is one of the best and most effective librarian organizations I have ever been a member of.  Of course, I am prejudiced!  –  Bill Drew 
 
 The Program Planning Committee invites applications for conference session participation at the 39th Annual SUNYLA Conference, June 13-15, 2007, at SUNY Maritime. Presentations, panels and roundtables may be on any topic addressing the conference theme:

Expanding our Horizons: Reaching for the Limits

SUNY library professionals have a long and rich tradition of sharing their knowledge, experience, and expertise. It seems only fitting that the 2007 SUNYLA conference should take place at the historic Fort Schuyler- home of SUNY Maritime – the first maritime school in the United States. Maritime College, set at the scenic crossroads of the Long Island Sound and the East River, provides a wonderful venue where we can once again come together to share current ideas, strategies and practices and explore, expand, and build upon new possibilities and opportunities.

We invite presentations on topics such as: preventing staff mutiny through effective leadership and management techniques, “swabbing the decks” of a library’s collection, charting the course for Information Literacy assessment and program development, aligning the stars with successful staffing patterns and professional development initiatives, releasing the anchors and steering towards more productive collaboration with non-library faculty, hoisting the sails of Aleph data extraction, launching innovative marketing plans, and many, many more concerning the sharing of ideas that we librarians do so well.

There will be both 45 minute and 90 minute slots. Please select the time slot that would be most appropriate to your presentation. If you are suggesting a panel discussion, please include the names and SUNY affiliation of all participants.

Session presenters are eligible for a waiver of the registration fee. For details, please refer to the Guidelines for SUNYLA Annual Conference Expenses.

Deadline for Presentation Proposals is February 16, 2007.
Candidates will be notified by or on March 16, 2007.
Submit your presentation proposal here.

  

For further information about Session Participation, please contact:

April Davies 

 Van Wagenen Library, SUNY Cobleskill

142 Schenectady Avenue

Cobleskill, NY 12043

phone: (518) 255-5841, fax: (518) 255-5843

daviesac@cobleskill.edu

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