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Forwarded by request. This used to be my job, actually. Great place to work. Fairly technical for a library consortium position. I spent quite a bit of my time coding (mainly PHP/MySQL). Please don't send replies to me. Contact info at the bottom of this message. Project Coordinator BC Electronic Library Network Burnaby British Columbia Canada Closing Date Feb 03, 2006 Job Description The British Columbia Electronic Library Network has a continuing, full time vacancy for a Project Coordinator. Setting: The British Columbia Electronic Library Network (BC ELN) is a partnership between the Province of British Columbia and its post-secondary libraries. BC ELN's purpose is to develop, promote, and maintain system-wide mechanisms that allow post-secondary libraries to meet the expanding information needs of the province's learners and researchers in the most cost-effective way. BC ELN is funded by the BC Ministry of Advanced Education, with offices located in the W.A.C. Bennett Library, Simon Fraser University (Burnaby Mountain campus). Simon Fraser University serves as BC ELN's administrative home, and BC ELN employees are appointed under the appropriate SFU employee agreements. Assignment: - Planning, developing, and implementing innovative projects in support of BC ELN goals and objectives - Developing and maintaining the BC ELN web site, content management system, and related modules - Assisting partner libraries with the integration of emerging technologies and protocols for database access and resource sharing initiatives - Planning for technology migrations as they affect BC ELN services - Coordinating the development and delivery of system documentation - Overseeing technical support for database applications and other services across multiple sites and platforms, via liaison with BC ELN service providers and partner libraries It is expected that the Project Coordinator will also play a significant role in communications among BC ELN libraries and with external organizations, and will participate in overall planning and service evaluation within BC ELN. Qualifications Required Qualifications: - Master of Library Science from an ALA-accredited program (or equivalent) - Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience - Experience in medium-scale web site design, construction, and maintenance - Strong understanding of networking standards, protocols, and system integration issues - Knowledge of challenges facing libraries in the delivery of electronic information - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collegial team environment with both public service and technical staff - Demonstrated ability to respond to flexible service requirements and working arrangements - Demonstrated leadership abilities - Excellent written and verbal communication skills Knowledge of web scripting languages, especially PHP and Perl, and relational database design, is highly desirable; as is experience with library technologies, standards, and protocols such as EZproxy, MARC, and Z39.50. Experience with multiple computer operating systems, including Mac OS X, Windows, and Unix, is also desirable. A background in the provision of public services or systems support, preferably in an academic environment, and familiarity with library consortia, are strong assets. Terms of appointment: Full time, continuing position anticipated to be available in early 2006. See http://www2.sfu.ca/policies/academic/a12-03.htm Simon Fraser University is committed to the principle of equity in employment and offers equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The successful applicant will be appointed at a level commensurate with his or her experience and qualifications. SFU Librarian Salary Scales can be viewed at: http://www.sfu.ca/policies/academic/a20-02/2003/Librarians.pdf More information about BC ELN is available at: http://www.eln.bc.ca Contact Info Please send letter of application detailing your qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae and names and contact information of 3 references by Friday, February 3, 2006 to: Anita Cocchia Manager, BC Electronic Library Network 7th Floor, W.A.C. Bennett Library Simon Fraser University 8888 University Drive Burnaby, British Columbia V5A 1S6 Canada