Systems Integration Librarian

Description

JOB TITLE: Librarian Professional

WORKING TITLE: Systems Integration Librarian

POSTING DATE: February 9, 2015

CLOSING DATE: February 27, 2015 5:00 PM Eastern Time

DIVISION: State Library of North Carolina, NC Department of Cultural Resources

SALARY GRADE: Advanced         

HIRING RANGE: $34,361 - $59,287

POSITION NUMBER: 60083859 

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Permanent Full-Time       

LOCATION:  Raleigh         COUNTY: Wake



DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The State Library of North Carolina seeks an enthusiastic, innovative Systems Integration Librarian to serve as an integral member of the Digital Information Management Program (DIMP) team. The DIMP works to ensure preservation and permanent public access to digital information produced by North Carolina state government. Position serves as the technical lead and manages the library’s content and digital asset management systems, digital preservation tools, and digital resource databases, including CONTENTdm, CINCH, News & Observer Index, etc. This position explores, adapts, develops, and implements emerging technologies and tools in support of the Library’s digital collections and preservation initiatives. Position coordinates system upgrades, troubleshoots functional and performance issues, and provides assistance and support to staff, partners, and users concerning the library’s digital library systems. The position acts as the liaison between vendor technologists (OCLC, Internet Archive, Duracloud) and the Library. Position manages web statistics and related data analysis tools and metadata ingest and sharing in a variety of formats.



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES:

Thorough knowledge of professional library and information science principles, methods, standards, and practices, particularly related to online databases and digital libraries. Knowledge & experience with web site management; web servers; web accessibility; usability; database management, such as MySQL; library, digital asset, and content management systems, such as CONTENTdm, Drupal; HTML, XML, XHTML, CSS, PHP, Javascript or other scripting languages; metadata standards (MARC/Dublin Core/METS) used in libraries and government agencies for identifying and retrieving information; and Web 2.0 sites and tools. Strong written & verbal communication skills; innovative, strategic thinking; and skills and experience in project planning, problem-solving, & instructional documentation required. Ability to build & sustain effective working relationships with peers & colleagues; work independently & as part of a collaborative team; and perform & coordinate multiple, concurrent work assignments.



MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s degree in library and information science or a related discipline; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Degree must be received from appropriately accredited (ALA) institutions or regionally accredited programs in North Carolina.

Experience as a professional librarian in the area of web services or digital library systems and technology support preferred.



TO APPLY:

The complete job posting and the link to the online application form is available at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/northcarolina/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=1073265



In order to receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes will be accepted, but will not be used for screening for qualifying credit.  Using "See Resume" or "See Attachment" instead of completing the education and experience portion of the profile is not acceptable and will result in an incomplete application. Other attachments (except a DD-214 copy) will also be accepted, but not used in screening for qualifying credit.  Applicants are required to scan and attach a copy of their DD-214 or discharge orders if they wish to obtain veterans preference.



Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax.  Please call the human resources office for assistance.



The Department of Cultural Resources (DCR) uses Merit-Based Recruitment practices to select the most qualified applicants to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act. Applicants are asked to document competencies related to the position for which you apply on the State application via the NEOGOV website.  A competency is defined as a set of behaviors or duties that reflect knowledge skills, and abilities.  When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised positions.  Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. The Department of Cultural Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.



It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the Department of Cultural Resources that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment.   We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).