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THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Title: Director of Library Systems (Higher Education
Officer)
Location/Department: Office of Academic Affairs - Library
Services
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation: Commensurate with education and experience
Notice Number: MP13903
Closing Date: Open until filled with the review of resumes
to begin
October 1, 2007
POSITION DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES
Reporting to the University Librarian, the Director of
Library
Systems provides leadership in management of CUNY's library
technology and systems. He/she will oversee CUNY's Library
Management
System (Aleph) and related technology (e.g., SFX, EZ Proxy,
Serials
Solutions). He/she works with colleagues across The City
University
of New York (23 campuses) to extend the capabilities and
reliability
of library systems and develops and manages new services,
upgrades
and enhancements. Ensures prompt and accurate loading of
batch data
from many sources. Manages Office of Library Services
systems
operations. Manages the Aleph system, including revisions to
complex
Aleph configuration tables and implementation of new Aleph
system
releases and upgrades. Oversees loading of bibliographic,
authority
and other records into the library database as a part of the
implementation and maintenance of The City University of New
York
integrated library system. Responsible for several systems
utilized
by CUNY including SFX, EZ Proxy, Web OPAC, and provides
leadership
for implementation of new systems such as an electronic
resource
management system. Leads collaborative projects with
representatives
from campus libraries and CUNY's Computer Information
Services to
enhance system functionality. Provides reports to University
Librarian and to Council of Chief Librarians about system
performance
and makes recommendations for new services. Supervises
systems
librarians and staff.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree and eight years of experience managing
integrated
library systems in an academic library of which (3) years
was
supervisory and administrative experience. Masters of
Library Science
(MLS) or equivalent degree from an American Library
Association
accredited institution is preferred and may be credited for
2 years
of the required general experience. The ideal candidate will
have:
Program and project management experience; Experience
working in
complex organizations; Experience in more than one
functional area
such as cataloging, acquisitions, serials, circulation or
reference;
In-depth understanding of the best practices, standards and
trends in
the application of technology in libraries; Strong technical
knowledge; Significant working knowledge of Aleph system;
Knowledge
of MARC formats; Excellent supervisory skills; Excellent
interpersonal skills; Demonstrated ability to lead a team;
Ability to
perform complex administrative functions (strategic
planning,
monitoring and projecting spending and budgetary needs);
Ability to
communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
Ability to
collaborate with broad range of constituencies.
TO APPLY
Candidates should send resume and cover letter (e-mail
preferred) to:
<mailto:Shamiana.pond mail.cuny.edu>Shamiana.pondmail.cuny.edu
Please list "Director of Library Systems" in the
subject line of the email.
Or: Search for Director of Library Systems
The City University of New York
535 East 80th St., 5th Floor
New York, NY 10075
The City University of New York. An Equal Employment
Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Immigration Reform and
Control Act/
Americans with Disabilities Act Employer.
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