Technical Services and Systems Librarian

Requisition Number: 234

Description: Wagner College seeks a dedicated and detail-oriented Technical Services and Systems Librarian to join our dynamic library team. This position plays a crucial role in managing library systems, overseeing technical services, and enhancing user access to our diverse collections. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in library technology, cataloging, and system administration, along with excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation in library services. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the Integrated Library System (ILS) and related technologies.
• Maintain and enhance library systems, databases, and digital repositories.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and work with vendors for resolution.
• Lead cataloging efforts, including original and copy cataloging using MARC, RDA, and other metadatastandards.
• Ensure metadata consistency and discoverability across platforms.
• Lead acquisitions efforts, including ordering electronic and physical materials for the library andmaintaining library collections.
• Oversee electronic resource management (ERM) tools and workflows.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to improve system functionality.
• Monitor emerging trends in library technologies and recommend improvements.
• Develop and document internal processes and procedures to support library operations
• Train staff on library systems and cataloging best practices.
• Provide basic and in-depth research assistance to students and faculty, including reference deskcoverage as scheduled.
• Participate in other library operations or projects as needed.
• Supervise the use of and activity within the library and enforce library policies and code of conduct.QUALIFICATIONS Required
• Master's degree in information and/or library science from an ALA-accredited program.
• 2+ years of library experience in cataloging and administration of integrated library systems; experiencewith OCLC WorldShare Management Services (WMS) and WorldCat Discovery preferred.
• Technical competence including maintaining web content (WordPress preferred), databasemanagement, LibGuides and other Springshare products, EZProxy, Microsoft Office and Google Suite products.
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to provide technical support and createdocumentation and training materials.
• Knowledge of academic library research databases and other library resources.
• Strong customer service ethic and a collegial team player who enjoys helping college students andfaculty.

Skills:

Located in an increasingly diverse metropolitan area, Wagner College is committed to scholarship and community outreach relevant to the needs of New York City. Wagner values campus diversity (domestic and international) and in keeping with this initiative, it welcomes applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity and internationalization efforts.

Wagner College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wagner College complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.