Union Institute & University, a national university for adult learners offering programs of study leading to bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees is seeking an experienced individual for a combination Systems Librarian / Technologist position vacancy at its Montpelier Vermont academic center.

Primary responsibilities include management and maintenance of library automation technologies, including proxy server, EOS integrated library system, research database web links, link resolver tools, and other electronic resources and utilities. This person will also share in the design and maintenance of the library website and will troubleshoot library software and network/server problems. S/he will work to bring new technologies to library users and will provide training in same. S/he will also serve as our university’s Computer Services staff liaison for its three Vermont academic centers by maintaining/updating computer lab pcs, staff and faculty office pcs, and related office productivity equipment.

Other responsibilities include sharing in the provision of library public services (especially reference and instruction), serving on appropriate university committees/task forces, and assisting the library director in planning for a transition to a fully virtual library system, scheduled for implementation in 2011.

Requirements

1. An ALA-accredited Masters in Library Science degree
2. Several years of experience in library systems and automation technologies work, preferably in a college or university setting
3. Excellent organizational, analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, and communication skills, and a commitment to the principles and practices of information literacy
4. Familiarity or experience with Web 2.0 library applications, open source library software systems and associated programming languages

This is a full time (35 hours per week) position with a target hiring date of July 1, 2009.

Applications received by April 30, 2009 will receive primary consideration, but consideration of candidates will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send a cover letter, current resume, and a list of at least three references, via email, to Human Resources at careers@myunion.edu.

Union Institute & University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Posted on Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 at 12:07 pm in the Jobs category.