Library Associates Companies seeks an experienced
information
professional to coordinate the implementation of a new ILS
system
replacing the library's current SIRSI ILS, a system utilized
by this
library for over 15 years. This is a highly transactional
library that
frequently runs management reports tracking circulation
activities, work
productivity for cataloging and processing, as well as
bibliographic
reports for other offices in multiple locations that are
supported by
the main library.
We require an experienced librarian who will have
responsibility for all
the following:
a) Acting as a liaison between the library, SIRSI and the
new ILS
vendor.
b) Coordinate the ILS implementation, working with IT and
the library.
c) Train the library staff to use the new ILS in each of
their assigned
work areas, including public access; (reference &
research, circulation,
inter-library loans, collection development ), technical
services;
(acquisition of both print and electronic resources, serials
check-in,
claiming, routing, cataloging and processing), and Intranet
content
development.
d) Coordinate the conversion of the existing databases from
SIRSI to
the new system.
e) Oversee loading and testing all data.
f) Troubleshoot and problem solve for all aspects of the
conversion and
implementation.
g) Configure and customize reports, OPAC, input and search
screens,
administrative, user, and security settings.
Qualifications:
* Master's degree in information science required.
* Must have experience in selecting, implementing and
installing an
ILS system for a large library operation inclusive of all
modules:
acquisition, inter-library loans, technical services,
serials,
circulation, OPAC and Intranet/content management.
* Experience in conducting training, creating policies and
procedures,
and customized screens and scripts.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work
effectively
with all levels of staff and skills sets: from IT, library
managers,
catalogers, reference and research staff, administration and
contract
officers, library technicians and clerks.
* Must have a clear understanding of project management,
and have
experience in meeting deadlines, delivering status reports,
and working
with a timeline.
To Apply:
For immediate consideration please email your cover letter
and resume to
the attention of jobs libraryassociates.com with a courtesy copy
to,
Kathleen Schmidt kathleenlibraryassociates.com
<mailto:kathleenlibraryassociates.com> Please
reference " ILS /
Systems Consultant" and position # 919 as the subject
line of your
email.
Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
This a project
position, not a long-term, regular position. We expect this
assignment
to begin at the end of April and continue for approximately
6-8 months.
This assignment takes place in Washington DC, no travel
required.
LAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity
in the
workplace.
Kathleen A. Schmidt, MLIS
Recruiter
Library Associates Companies
11820 Parklawn Drive, Suite 400
Rockville, MD 20852
direct: 240.292.0496
toll free: 800.775.0388
fax: 301.231.5990
kathleenlibraryassociates.com
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