Information Technology Librarian
Towson University Libraries
Towson, MD

**Information Technology Librarian  
Towson University**

  
The Albert S. Cook Library invites applications for a permanent status track
Librarian to lead the library's information technology operations, head the
Library IT Department, and participate in library decision-making as a member
of the Library Management Council.

  
**Responsibilities:**  
Direct and oversee Library's information technology resources, services, and
infrastructure including hardware and applications to support library
operations and library users.

  
The principle responsibilities of the Information Technology Librarian are:

• Planning, development and evaluation of the Library's information technology
infrastructure, operations and services in collaboration with other Library
departments, the campus Office of Technology Services, and the University
System of Maryland and Affiliated Institutions (USMAI) Library Consortium.

• Management, training, and development of Library Information Technology
staff.

• Planning and oversight of Library technology budget and
expenditures.

• Investigation, development, and implementation of library information
technology, such as discovery tools, integrated library systems, resource
sharing and mobile applications.

• Leadership of library web initiatives.

• Development and implementation of technology applications for research,
information literacy instruction, and resource access.

• Teaching course-integrated information literacy classes.

• Serving as liaison to faculty in the Department of Computer and Information
Sciences.

• Providing technology training for library employees and university faculty.

• As Head of the Library Information Technology Department and member of the
Library Management Council, participate in planning and resource deployment
decisions for the entire library.

  
Towson University librarians are expected to progress successfully along the
promotion and permanent status track and participate fully as members of the
library faculty. Appointment will be made at the rank of Librarian I or II,
depending on qualifications.

  
**Qualifications:**  
MLS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution. Minimum 3 years post-MLS
professional library experience, including experience in library information
technology, library instruction, and web development.
Background in computer science, information science or information systems
required. Demonstrated knowledge of library operations software and systems;
experience in developing and implementing web and database applications;
knowledge or experience with web client and server
applications, databases, web programming environments, HTML, CSS, XML, PHP,
and scripting languages; knowledge or experience working
with integrated library systems and the application of technology to improve
library operations. Experience with
library discovery tools and knowledge or experience with Drupal preferred.
Experience working with library APIs desirable.
Demonstrated knowledge of standards, information technology best practices,
and issues in academic libraries. Demonstrated ability to
plan, manage and oversee complex projects with diverse technological
needs. Evidence of innovation in implementing emerging
information technologies in libraries. Proven ability to
manage in a highly collaborative environment. Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills. Evidence of
commitment to professional development and scholarship. For
more information about the position, visit
http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/employment

  
**Towson University:**  
Towson University (www.towson.edu) was founded in 1866, is recognized by U. S.
News and World Reports as one of the top public universities in the Northeast
and Mid-Atlantic regions, is Baltimore's largest university, and is the
largest public, comprehensive institution in the University of Maryland
System. TU enrolls over 18,000 undergraduates and approaching 4,000 graduate
students across six academic colleges (business, education, fine arts, health
professions, liberal arts, science & mathematics), has over 865 full-time
faculty, and offers more than 65 bachelor's, 45 master's, and 5 doctoral
programs. Our centrally located campus sits on 330 rolling green acres and is
10 miles north of Baltimore, 45 miles north of Washington D.C., and 95 miles
south of Philadelphia.

  
**Application Process:**  
**Preference given to applications received by January 31, 2015.** Position is open until filled. Please submit a cover letter addressing the position requirements, resume and contact information for at least three professional references. Transcripts will be requested of final candidates. Submit application materials to:  
  
Diane Cascella

Information Technology Librarian Search

Albert S. Cook Library

Towson University

8000 York Road

Towson, MD 21252

  
Electronic applications are encouraged and should be submitted to
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A Criminal Background Investigation if required for the hired candidate and
the results may impact employment.

  
Please be sure to visit http://www.towson.edu/odeo/applicantdata.asp to
complete a voluntary on-line applicant data form. The information you provide
will inform the university's affirmative action plan and is for statistical-
related purposes only. The information will not be used for any other purpose.
Please note that the search number for which you have applied is: LIB-N-28**.

  
_Towson University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and has
a strong institutional commitment to diversity. Women, minorities, persons
with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply._



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