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The UC Berkeley Library is happy to announce a new position. Please go to http://jobs.berkeley.edu/ to apply -- you will need to search for the job (enter in the job number 7129). You must visit the website to apply. ILS Manager Requisition: 007129 Department: LIBRARY Location: Main Campus-Berkeley Salary: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, hiring salary range is $70,100.00 to $99,500.00. First Review Date: 09/07/2007 This requisition will remain open until filled. Job Description: The UC Berkeley Library provides scholarly information to all faculty and students in the support of the University's research and instruction mission. The Library Systems Office (LSO) provides technical support for Library, including developing; purchasing and/or supporting all types' hardware platforms and software applications. Responsibilities: In first year. the focus will be on identifying ILS functional requirements, establishing and working with multiple committees to create and develop the Request For Proposal (RFP) following campus guidelines, establishing the criteria upon which ILS proposals will be evaluated and short-listed, managing both the RFP scoring and selection processes, and oversee the installation of the new ILS. Work with chosen ILS vendor to coordinate implementation and resolve system problems that may arise. After installation, manage changes and continuous improvements of the ILS. Responsible for the daily operations and services for the ILS, manages and evaluates requested changes and/or reports, coordinates the creation of documentation, as well as support and training for Library staff, and supervises ILS staff. Until the full implementation of the ILS, manage the programmers working on GLADIS. Work closely with existing staff to manage requests for GLADIS changes and statistics. Requirements & Qualifications: - Knowledge of the use and features of an ILS, how these are used in a Library, and how records are exchanged between an ILS and other systems (e.g., OCLC, Melvyl, LC, vendor systems) - Understanding of many aspects of working in a networked computing environment - Understanding of project management best practices and procedures - Knowledge of interface design - Demonstrated reliable attendance - Excellent supervision skills -Knowledge of RFP procedures - Highly developed analytic and communication skills (both oral and written) including the ability to communicate technical issues effectively with both technical and non-technical staff - Strong organizational and planning skills - Attention to detail - Proven ability to work within in a team environment and actively promote collaboration - Project management experience Preferred: - Expertise in Library circulation and technical services workflows - Familiarity with GLADIS, Pathfinder, and Melvyl or similar systems - First hand experience working with vendors of computer technology and/or bibliographic utilities -Understanding of academic personnel policies and business practices Lynne Grigsby-Standfill Head, Library Applications & Publishing 218 Evans Hall, #6000 University of California Berkeley, CA 94720-6000 Phone: (510) 643-8495 [log in to unmask]