Technology Librarian
Loyola-Notre Dame, Baltimore
Baltimore

The Loyola - Notre Dame Library seeks a dynamic, innovative, and experienced
individual to provide leadership to support digital and technology
services. The Technology Librarian will support day-to-day
operations with some supervisory responsibility, and provide strategic
direction for digital and technology services that enable research, teaching,
and learning programs in the Library.

  
The successful candidate will communicate effectively and work collaboratively
with units throughout the Library to support a range of services that may
include discovery, digital library initiatives, and
instruction. The position will coordinate services with
technical staff at University System of Maryland and Affiliated Institutions
(USMAI) and also work collaboratively with information technology departments
at Loyola University Maryland and Notre Dame of Maryland
University. A demonstrated ability to thrive in a changing
work environment and a commitment to professional development are important.
The candidate will understand and be able to communicate library-related
technology trends that support user-centered library services to a diverse
population of undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty.

  
Position Responsibilities:

  
  
  
Provide strategic vision and leadership of Library technology operations and
initiatives to support faculty and students.

  
Lead day-to-day technical operations working closely with USMAI's Consortial
Library Applications Support (CLAS) team including:

  
  
Integrating, troubleshooting, and resolving various issues with purchased and
licensed software;

  
Resolving authentication problems and ensuring smooth and reliable access; and

  
Working with vendor-based APIs and web services.

  
Lead Technology Services department staff and student assistants.

  
Work closely with the information technology departments of both Loyola and
Notre Dame and outside partners to develop and maintain technological
infrastructure and support future technology initiatives and digital services.

  
Collect and use data to inform decisions on technology integration.

  
Lead planning for the Library's website and mobile application initiatives.

  
Provide input to the Library Administration on budgeting, reporting and
compliance as related to technology services.

  
Engage and remain current on information technology and digital library
trends.

  
  
  
Required Qualifications:

  
  
  
ALA-accredited Master's in Library/Information Science or equivalent;

  
2+ years professional experience in evaluating, developing, and maintaining
information applications;

  
Familiarity with library systems and applications such as OpenURL (link
resolvers), proxy servers, and standards such as Z39.50;

  
Working knowledge in current web programming languages and technologies such
as PHP or JavaScript and SQL;

  
Working knowledge of web development, design, frameworks, and standards,
including HTML and CSS;

  
Ability to utilize and design APIs and web services;

  
Demonstrated analytical and project management skills;

  
Demonstrated effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills;

  
Ability to work creatively both individually and collaboratively in a team-
based environment.

  
  
Preferred Qualifications:

  
  
  
Experience in higher education;

  
Familiarity with authentication and web security protocols such as Shibboleth,
LDAP, and SSL;

  
Familiarity with institutional repositories;

  
Knowledge of multiple formats for representing data such as XML or JSON;

  
Experience working with open source software;

  
Familiarity with a major programming language such as Python, Ruby, or Java.

  
  
About the Library

:

  
The Loyola - Notre Dame Library, located in a residential area of northern
Baltimore City, is a recently admitted member of University System of Maryland
and Affiliated Institutions (USMAI) and serves two universities: Loyola
University Maryland and Notre Dame of Maryland University.
Loyola University Maryland, a member of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and
Universities, is recognized for excellence in teaching and learning while
Notre Dame of Maryland University is a leader in the education of women and
non-traditional students. The Library serves a total
population of 7,448 FTE that includes 5,540 FTE at Loyola and 1,908 FTE at
Notre Dame.

  
The Library offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, access
to dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as TIAA retirement.
Successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

  
The Loyola - Notre Dame Library is an equal opportunity employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

  
Application Procedures:

Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will remain
open until filled. Please submit electronically a resume, cover letter, and a
list of three (3) work-related references with "

Technology Librarian"

in the subject line to Lorena Dion, Administrative Operations Coordinator:
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