[Eril-l] Discovery and Resource Management Systems Unit Coordinator vacancy announcement

[Sally Krash]

Discovery & Resource Management Systems (DRMS) Coordinator
Librarian III or IV

UMass Amherst<http://www.umass.edu>, the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system, sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, 90 miles from Boston and 175 miles from New York City. The campus provides a rich cultural environment in a rural setting close to major urban centers.

As a gateway to knowledge, the UMass Amherst Libraries<http://www.library.umass.edu/> are key partners in teaching, learning, and research at UMass Amherst and in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Supporting freedom of inquiry, the Libraries foster a diverse and inclusive environment in which to engage with ideas and acquire the critical skills necessary for lifelong learning.

The UMass Amherst Libraries<http://www.library.umass.edu/> seek a dynamic and innovative Discovery and Resource Management Systems (DRMS) Coordinator. The DRMS Coordinator provides leadership and vision in the management, support, integration and administration of the Libraries' suite of discovery and information management systems. These systems facilitate search, discovery, access and retrieval of scholarly resources. The DRMS Coordinator communicates and collaborates across library departments and is responsive to library and user needs. The DRMS Coordinator supervises a team of staff engaged in the performance of assigned duties in the Information Resources Management Department of the W.E.B. Du Bois Library.

Example of Duties:
1.      Provides creative leadership of the Libraries' resource management and discovery systems environment, to include the library system (Aleph), discovery platform (WorldCat Local), link resolver (SFX), and proxy server (EZProxy). Plans, coordinates and directs staff activities and workflows in the unit. Interviews, selects, trains and evaluates professional and classified staff.
2.      Develops a vision for search, discovery and access systems in a large complex academic research environment. Recommends and facilitates improvements to existing systems and services.
3.      Develops, implements and assesses proposals and projects specifically related to technology systems.
4.      Responsible for integration and interoperability of discovery and resource management with other library, campus and Five College systems.
5.      Works closely with the Five College Consortium libraries on system customizations, functionality and upgrades. Participates in migration and integration planning for next-generation systems.
6.      Works closely with Library Systems and Web Management to assure seamless interoperability between discovery and resource management systems and other library and campus systems.
7.      Works closely with metadata specialists to deploy and configure systems to fully leverage the potential of metadata derived from disparate sources.
8.      Works closely with acquisitions and other departmental staff to assure that appropriate content is represented in discovery systems.
9.      Develops expertise within unit/department in creating/maintaining/updating bulk import/export rules, to include manipulating and loading files, testing and troubleshooting.
10.  Formulates, revises, and implements library policies and procedures. Oversees the accurate and timely availability of documentation and training for all unit procedures and processes.
11.  Oversees unit's assessment activities, to include collecting, maintaining, analyzing and reporting on data/statistics generated by discovery systems.
12.  Develops and maintains a master list of system upgrades, modifications and fixes.
13.  Oversees back-end maintenance of link resolver, ensuring interoperability with other systems and platforms.
14.  Troubleshoots proxy server access issues, creates/maintains configuration files, works with vendors and campus IT on unauthorized use of licensed resources.
15.  Maintains and develops the Libraries' discovery platform. Continually evaluates and enhances the Libraries' discovery systems. Works with department and library staff to employ formal usability testing methods and data analysis to assess the effectiveness of services and technologies.
16.  Stays current on trends and issues related to the integration of strategic technology products for the comprehensive suite of library discovery solutions.

Required Qualifications:

1.      Master's degree in library science - or equivalent degree - from a program accredited by the American Library Association, or its appropriate equivalent in librarianship from another country, or have appropriate equivalent experience.
2.      Minimum of five years of experience in implementing/developing/maintaining resource management and/or discovery systems and services.
3.      Minimum of two years of successful supervisory experience, preferably in an academic library.
4.      Knowledge of metadata schemas, including MARC. Evidence of understanding of semantic web and linked data and the nature of metadata, systems, and user expectations around search and discovery.
5.      Demonstrated ability to establish work priorities, set performance expectations, achieve goals, and direct work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
6.      Understanding of integration and interoperability of library systems, repositories, websites, and research platforms.
7.      Familiarity with UNIX and shell scripting.
8.      Familiarity with relational databases (SQL).
9.      Demonstrated ability to utilize user-centered design methodologies and usability principles.
10.  Ability to thrive in the rapidly changing, future-oriented environment of a major academic research library and to respond effectively to changing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:
1.      Experience implementing and managing a discovery platform (e.g. Primo, WorldCat Local, WorldCat Discovery, EDS, Summon).

2.      Familiarity with bulk loading of records and troubleshooting loading errors.
3.      Experience with XML, XSLT, and/or web-based APIs.
4.      Working knowledge of one or more structured programming languages (PHP, Perl, Python, Java).

SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH ADVERTISED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE


Application Instructions:

Please apply online<http://www.umass.edu/humres/job-openings> at http://umass.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=75897 and submit a letter of application, resume, and contact information (phone and email) for three professional references by October 24, 2016 for priority consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.



The University of Massachusetts Amherst is strongly committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. As part of a commitment to its own multicultural community, the Library seeks an individual with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and one who will understand and embrace University initiatives and aspirations. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members.


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