Discovery Systems Librarian

Description

About the Position

• Position Title: Discovery Systems Librarian
• Department: Library Technology Services
• Category of Appointment: Preliminary (Confirmation-Track)
• Start Date: December 5, 2022
• Closing Date: September 12th, 2022

This position has a key role in ensuring the Library Services Platform (LSP), discovery interface, and related applications provide reliable and efficient access to the Library’s collections and resources. This position works in close collaboration with Library colleagues, campus partners, and OCUL Libraries to ensure that the LSP meets the evolving needs of the Library and its users.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Head of Library Technology Services, the Discovery Systems Librarian is responsible for the ongoing operation, support, and development of the Library Services Platform (LSP)—a shared service coordinated in collaboration with member institutions of the Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL).

This position has a key role in ensuring the LSP, discovery interface, and related applications provide reliable and efficient access to the Library’s collections and resources. This position works in close collaboration with Library colleagues, campus partners, and OCUL Libraries to ensure that the LSP meets the evolving needs of the Library and its users.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited school is required.

Under the direction of the Head of Library Technology Services, the Discovery Systems Librarian is responsible for the ongoing operation, support, and development of the Library Services Platform (LSP)—a shared service coordinated in collaboration with member institutions of the Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL).

They must also have:

• Two or more years of experience working in the systems area of an academic library, with specific experience in upgrading and supporting library service platforms, integrated library systems, and/or discovery platforms. In addition, experience leading the selection, implementation, and integration of applications or features is an asset.
• Strong expertise in overseeing and supporting library services platforms and discovery interfaces. Expertise in project management and coordinating teams to implement, enhance, and support library systems. Expertise in promoting and providing training on library systems.
• Working knowledge of cataloging standards and practices, including MARC21, RDA/AACR2, LCSH, and authority control. Working knowledge of metadata, linked data, and interoperability standards, including Dublin Core, MODS, MARCXML, RDF, and OAI-PHM.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin on September 12th, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should send an application package to the Office of the University Librarian by email in one single PDF document with “Discovery Systems Librarian (LTS)” in the subject line to Lib- Admin@Carleton.ca. Candidates must include a cover letter (expression of interest) and current curriculum vitae. In addition, short-listed candidates will be asked to provide letters of support from three references.

Please provide a statement that identifies your strengths in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in your discipline and on campus as well as your future plans.

Please indicate in your application if you are currently legally eligible to work in Canada.

Additional information on the position and its responsibilities are available via the provided URL.