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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b>Library ILS/Discovery System Administrator (Librarian)<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b>Tulane University Libraries, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Tulane University Libraries at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA invites applications for the position of Library ILS/Discovery System Administrator (Librarian)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Position Summary: </b>The Library ILS/Discovery System Administrator is responsible for the platforms used for information management and discovery. Reporting to the Director of Library IT, the System Administrator manages system configurations,
reviews software updates, integrates other software platforms with Alma/Primo, and develops scripts or programs that automate tasks and enhance access and discovery. Provides instruction for creating custom reports and consultation for improving workflows.
Working both independently and collaboratively with staff across the Libraries, they develop, implement, and assess tools and services by focusing on usability, accessibility, sustainability, and performance. The System Administrator position is the Libraries’
primary contact for Ex Libris and requires both Alma and Primo Certification within 6 months of employment.<b><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
</span></b>Bachelor’s degree with 3 years’ experience in library systems administration.
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES TYPICALLY NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS JOB SUCCESSFULLY:
<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<ol style="margin-top:0in" start="1" type="1">
<li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1">Demonstrated ability to manage an integrated Libraries system, a content management system, or other discovery platform.
<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1">Ability to develop and/or support systems and strategies for automated Libraries workflows.
<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1">Knowledge of current metadata and cataloging standards and processes (e.g., RDA)<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1">Familiarity with Libraries technology standards (FRBR, Z39.50, OAI/PHM)<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1">Familiarity with regular expressions<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1">Certification in Alma and Primo within 6 months of hire<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1">Familiarity with XML and XSLT
<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1">Familiarity with Drools or another programming language such as Java
<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1">Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1">Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, technology professionals, and Libraries colleagues<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNoSpacing" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo1">Ability to function fully and competently at technology competency Levels I, II and III outlined in HTML Core Technology Competencies for Employees. (See
<a href="https://library.tulane.edu/sites/default/files/core_technology_competencies.pdf">
https://Libraries.tulane.edu/sites/default/files/core_technology_competencies.pdf</a>
<o:p></o:p></li></ol>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: </b><o:p></o:p></p>
<ol style="margin-top:0in" start="1" type="1">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2">Experience with Ex Libris Alma/Primo
<o:p></o:p></li></ol>
<ol style="margin-top:0in" start="1" type="1">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3">Acquired Alma/Primo Certification<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3">ALA-accredited MLS degree<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3">Familiarity with user-centered design to support usability testing
<o:p></o:p></li></ol>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Serves as the administrator and main technical lead for the Libraries’ Ex Libris Alma/Primo VE Integrated Libraries System (ILS).<b>
</b><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Set and update system configurations to increase efficiency.<b> </b><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Review and test system upgrades in sandbox. <o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Coordinate, and manage incoming data feeds including but not limited to patron data.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Troubleshoot problems with Alma/Primo and acts as a liaison between the vendor and Libraries staff members to report problems and ensure their resolution.<b>
</b><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Write custom scripts and normalization rules to expedite internal processes and enhance the user experience.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Provide instruction for creating custom reports and consultation for improving workflows.
<b> </b><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Acts as the Libraries’ representative to various local and national user groups such as ELUNA.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Contribute service to Libraries committees and task forces as well as to the profession.
<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Develop expertise in emerging technologies and changing modes of search and discovery.
<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Lead the development of strategies to improve the discovery of Libraries collections by designing, developing, and implementing solutions that integrate existing tools with new technologies and approaches.
<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Gather and report statistics and data from system to inform decision-making related to Libraries services.
<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Support and participate in usability testing of search, discovery and user interface.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Participate in the development of policies and procedures as needed to ensure the efficient operation and management of Alma/Primo.
<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo4">
Consult across the Libraries with regard to system capabilities and functionality, forwarding requests for system modifications and/or enhancements to the vendor as appropriate.<o:p></o:p></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For information about the Libraries visit <a href="https://library.tulane.edu/about/facts-about-libraries">
https://library.tulane.edu/about/facts-about-libraries</a><span class="MsoHyperlink"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">For more information about Tulane University visit
</span><a href="https://library.tulane.edu/about-tulane-university">https://library.tulane.edu/about-tulane-university</a><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Anticipated Salary Range: </b>$70,000-$75,000. Benefits include relocation assistance, tuition assistance, support for professional development and travel, and competitive health insurance and retirement contributions. For more details
visit<b> </b><a href="https://hr.tulane.edu/benefits/benefits"><b>https://hr.tulane.edu/benefits/benefits</b></a><span class="MsoHyperlink"><b>.</b></span><b><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Flexible Work Arrangements </b><a href="https://hr.tulane.edu/FWA">https://hr.tulane.edu/FWA</a><b><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>To Apply</b>. To apply for this position please go to <a href="https://academicjobs.tulane.edu/">
Tulane University Academic Jobs</a>. To ensure full consideration, applicants must submit a letter of application, resume, and the names with full contact information and relationship of at least three professional references, preferably current or past supervisors.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is selected.
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">Tulane University Libraries Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
</span></b><span style="color:black;background:white">Tulane University Libraries (TUL) is committed to integrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) into all aspects of our work and environment. We acknowledge that reaching these DEIA
goals will strengthen our institution and allow for new directions in growth. We also acknowledge that we currently have barriers to embedding DEIA in our organization. Work is being done across TUL to investigate and address these barriers, create actionable
objectives, and implement programming and structural change. You can learn more about some of those efforts on the </span><a href="https://library.tulane.edu/about/html/diversity-equity-inclusion-committee" target="_blank"><span style="background:white">TUL
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee</span></a><span style="color:black;background:white"> page and the </span><a href="https://tulane.edu/racial-equity/strategy-for-tomorrow" target="_blank"><span style="background:white">Tulane Strategy for Tomorrow</span></a><span style="color:black;background:white"> website. Tulane
University Libraries is committed to building a diverse workplace that welcomes and values all people, and we encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills and experience. </span><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">Tulane University is an AA/EO Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:black">Tulane is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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