Library Systems Coordinator

Description

PCC Library is hiring a temporary (April 2013-April 2014) Digital Resources Coordinator (working title: Library Systems Coordinator). Under the direction of the Library Technology Manager, responsible for developing and implementing digital information services for the library. Typical responsibilities include: maintaining and updating library websites; managing the integrated library system; providing technical support to library staff; and representing the library at District-wide meetings on technology issues.

Primary responsibilities will include:

Managing the library’s migration (as part of the Orbis Cascade Alliance consortium) to a new unified resource management system, Ex Libris’s Alma/Primo. PCC’s active migration term is from July - December 2013, with a projected go-live in January 2014. Requires demonstrated experience with integrated library systems (III’s Millennium preferred), significant understanding of library staff workflows, and project management skills. Will involve extensive collaboration with multiple departments in the library, at the College, and regionally with other Alliance libraries.

Managing the library’s existing systems and servers. Position works collaboratively with Technology Solutions Services (TSS), the College's information technology department. Requires demonstrated familiarity with all aspects of Linux server administration. Additional experience with Windows Server 2008 administration preferred.

Providing lead technical support and management of the library's website.Requires professional experience developing and maintaining complex websites using PHP/SQL, Javascript, and CSS; professional experience with content management, user role creation and maintenance, and custom plugin/module development in Drupal 7; mobile web and responsive design experience. Some Ruby/Python experience preferred.

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Library Science. Relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. Two years experience working with an integrated library system and web development experience.

This is a one year management appointment, with an open hire for the permanent position planned for Spring of 2014. Salary range is from $48,385 to $70,157. Most people are placed at the entry level for this position; any salary placement beyond the starting salary is subject to approval. This position is currently classed in Management (existing job description here: http://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/management-jobs/digital-svcs-coord.html).

Please send a letter of interest detailing the ways in which you meet the requirements of the position, a resume, and a list of 3-5 professional references to Maria Wagner, Library Technology Manager, at maria.wagner@pcc.edu by midnight on Sunday, April 14, 2013. *

Maria

Maria Wagner Manager, Library Technology Portland Community College 971.722.4631