Job Posting: Senior Technical Consultant Analyst - University Libraries of Notre Dame

Description

Please excuse the cross posting.

JOB POSTING

University Libraries of Notre Dame invite applications for the position Senior Technical Consultant Analyst. Reporting to the Electronic Resources Librarian, Head of the Electronic Resources & Serials Access Department, the Senior Analyst will be participate in team-based development and support of projects to enhance access to library electronic databases and services for the Notre Dame community.

TITLE: Senior Technical Consultant Analyst DEPARTMENT: Electronic Resources & Serials Access RATE: $41,637 - $70,045 per year LEVEL: 10 FLSA Status: Exempt

POSTING DATE: August 12, 2005. Applications will be accepted until September 2, 2005.

DUTIES: Database and programming enhancements for access to electronic resources * Assists in development of mySQL database, PERL and PHP programming solutions to facilitate access to electronic resources as needed. Examples of library services with custom development are OSCR electronic reserves, electronic products management database, the eJournal Locator service, PURL (persistent URL) database solution for better distributed URL management.

Technical Support for electronic databases, including access tools * Shared management of the library proxy server in order to ensure uninterrupted remote access for users to Library maintained electronic databases and journals. * Configuration and authentication of Web-based research database products owned and leased by the Libraries. Liaison with providers/publishers to resolve database-related access problems. * Provides excellent support and assistance for patron and library staff access to electronic databases from all platforms (shared responsibility) * Acquires in-depth knowledge of electronic research and reference resources provided by the Libraries. * Provides user support for Endnote configuration and use. May help with workshops and documentation.

Usage Statistics Management for Databases * Acquires and manages database use statistics in electronic form. Plans enhancements of statistics management to enable better analysis of usage patterns for databases and journals in electronic formats. Supervises student workers for statistics entry responsibilities. * Will contribute to development of database management of database usage statistics, within framework of larger statistics management needs of libraries

This position participates in work of electronic resources working groups and committees as appropriate. Attends workshops and conferences when possible to expand knowledge of electronic resources enhancements.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree, preferably in IT area. The successful candidate will have - Demonstrated working experience with Web programming/scripting tools such as PHP and Perl, markup tools including XML, HTML including CSS, and with mySQL database design and management. - Solid knowledge of microcomputer operating systems, especially Windows XP. Evidence of wide application experience, particularly Excel. - Network file management skills and familiarity with TCP/IP protocols.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Must be able to work collaboratively and creatively with diverse groups. Able to manage shifting priorities in fast-paced environment; excellent organization skills. Ability to effectively communicate technical information to individuals who lack a technical background.

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8.00 am - 5.00 pm., 12 months/40 hours.

The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

*ENVIRONMENT: *The University of Notre Dame is a national Catholic teaching and research university enriched with a diversified faculty, located in Northern Indiana ninety miles from Chicago. On a highly residential campus, approximately 8,200 undergraduates and 3,100 graduate students pursue a broad range of studies. The University Libraries house approximately 3 million volumes within the main Hesburgh Library and seven branch libraries and currently subscribe to nearly 17,000 serials. The Libraries have a dynamic staff of 198 including 48 librarians.

*APPLICATIONS: *To apply, send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three references to: Michelle Stenberg Library Administrative Offices 221 Hesburgh Library University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN 46556. Stenberg.2@nd.edu <mailto:Stenberg.2@nd.edu>

*Application deadline:* Electronic submission of application documents is strongly encouraged. Initial review of applications will begin on September 2, 2005 and continue until a successful candidate is chosen. The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer strongly committed to diversity. We value qualified candidates who can bring to our community a variety of backgrounds.