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 [log in to unmask] with a courtesy copy to, Kathleen Schmidt [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> 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 [log in to unmask] <blocked::mailto:[log in to unmask]> www.libraryassociates.com <blocked::http://www.libraryassociates.com/> The information contained in this e-mail message is privileged, confidential and protected from disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient, any dissemination or copying is strictly prohibited. If you think that you have received this email message in error, please contact the sender.