The University at Albany Libraries seek a creative, knowledgeable, dynamic
Head of Library Systems who is committed to service to academic library users
and provides vision and direction for library IT operations including: the
Libraries' ILS (Ex Libris ALEPH 500); design and technical aspects of the
Libraries' Web site; an in-house server farm that hosts Web sites and related
applications; computers and associated peripherals for public and staff; and
computer-equipped classrooms.

  * Coordinates, manages, mentors, and provides leadership for the Library Systems Department consisting of 5 professionals as well as student assistants
  * Integrates systems knowledge and experience into the advancement of the Libraries' goals through existing and new initiatives
  * Recommends technical standards, policies, and new technological initiatives
  * Plans hardware/software upgrades for the Libraries
  * Collaborates with other library units in planning, supporting, and managing technology-based services, such as Serials Solutions resource linking, EBSCO Discovery Service, Ares reserve management system, and ILLiad resource sharing management system
  * Participates in planning and management within the Division
  * Reports to the Associate Director, Technical Services and Library Systems
  * The successful candidate will fulfill an important partnership role with campus Information Technology Services (ITS) and participate in University-wide initiatives such as an institutional repository; be professionally active; provide vision for the department and the Libraries; and perform other duties such as committee service.
Minimum Qualifications:

  * Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization
  * Relevant experience in an academic library or other library setting
  * Management experience including evidence of successful personnel supervision
  * Knowledge/experience with integrated library systems, desktop operating systems, Web applications, server technology, best practices, standards, and trends in the application of technology in libraries
  * Demonstrated commitment to user-centered service
  * Demonstrated ability to shape departmental vision and goals and to relate them to the institution's goals
  * Strong analytical, and oral and written communication skills
  * Ability to work with a culturally diverse population
Preferred Qualifications:

  * Advanced degree in information science, computer science or related discipline
  * Experience with ExLibris/Aleph 500 applications



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