Technical Services and Systems Librarian

Description

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 metadata
  
  

standards.

• Ensure metadata consistency and discoverability across platforms.
• Lead acquisitions efforts, including ordering electronic and physical materials for the library and
  
  

maintaining 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 desk
  
  

coverage 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; experience
  
  

with OCLC WorldShare Management Services [WMS] and WorldCat Discovery preferred.

• Technical competence including maintaining web content (WordPress preferred), database
  
  

management, LibGuides and other Springshare products, EZProxy, Microsoft Office and Google Suite

products.

• Excellent communication skills including the ability to provide technical support and create
  
  

documentation 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 and
  
  

faculty.