Library Systems Supervisor

Description

WRLC is seeking a Library Systems Supervisor to be responsible for management of  IT systems in support of our mission to facilitate responsive solutions for nine libraries in the Washington, DC metro area. The Supervisor will collaborate with WRLC staff and contractors to ensure that the cloud and on-premises systems and networks are secure, cost effective, and meet the evolving priorities of the WRLC. The individual selected will participate in the administration of our virtual servers and Library Services Platform, and will provide support to WRLC staff and partner libraries. The Supervisor is responsible for two FTE staff as well as contractor staff.  This is a full time position (M-F) in a hybrid work environment.

We seek candidates who are excited by the opportunity to generate collaboration and engagement among colleagues across the Washington, DC area. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, builds strong relationships, has exceptional communication skills, has the ability to synthesize information, and see the big picture.

The Washington Research Library Consortium (WRLC) was established as a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization in 1987 to support and enhance the library and information services of universities in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. It aims to do this through expanding coordination of a cooperative network between research libraries in and around Washington. Major services provided include information technology supporting library operations and resource sharing, access to online resources, shared collection management, and an offsite storage facility that supports access and preservation of materials. The WRLC staff work from a facility located around Bowie, MD.