What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Librarian - Library District (Prescott) position at Yavapai County, AZ?
Salary : $69,789.70 - $88,981.86 Annually
Location : Prescott, AZ
Job Type : Full Time - Exempt
Job Number : 202500004
Department : Library District
Opening Date : 01 / 07 / 2025
Closing Date : Continuous
Role
Under minimal supervision, analyzes user requirements and business processes and subsequently designs and develops or provides assistance and recommendations in selecting software that meets the requirements of Yavapai County Libraries.
The Yavapai Library Network (YLN) currently utilizes the KOHA system.
Major Duties, Responsibilities
- Participates in implementing, testing, maintaining, and enhancing the library's Integrated Library System (ILS), discovery services (OPAC) and the YLN help desk ticket system.
- Identifies, analyzes, and resolves technical issues related to the YLN.
- Analyzes library applications in terms of systems and programming requirements; analyzes system and operational problems and prepares recommended solutions; works with users and other technical staff to develop written requirements and specifications for new and modified web-based and client-server applications.
- Administers Linux servers and PHP, PERL, and shell scripts.
- Website development including building custom CMS modules.
- Develops custom (statistical) reports in support of the ILS as requested by management or member libraries.
- Manages and supports other critical library services including configuration and maintenance of access and authentication software.
- Develops and documents internal processes and procedures to support operations within the YLN.
- Monitors industry trends and best practices related to information access and discovery and recommends improvements to existing tools and workflows. Investigates opportunities to automate library processes.
- Collaborates with librarians and colleagues on committees and / or email groups to support library services.
- Works directly with vendors to implement and apply vendor-supplied software and upgrades.
- Creates and maintains system documentation.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education :
Master's Degree in Library Science, Computer Science, or related field.
Experience :
Four years' experience in library operations, library automation, and / or systems analysis work related to development of web-based and stand-alone applications. An equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-per-year basis.
Additional Requirements :
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
Other Skills
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Knowledge of :
Skill in :
Ability to :
Work Environment :
The work environment is associated with an office and requires travel from site to site. The work area is adequately lighted, heated or cooled and ventilated.
Physical Requirements :
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and crawl under desks, and walk on uneven ground routinely. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
Additional Job Information :
FLSA : Exempt
Grade : 15
Classification : At-Will
Safety Sensitive : No
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to :
ELECTIVE COVERAGE
PLEASE NOTE
Required to have a Master's degree (or higher) in Library Science or related field.Which of the following best describes your highest level of education in the required field?
Must have four (4) years of experience in library operations, library automation, and / or systems analysis work related to development of web-based and stand-alone applications. An equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-per-year basis. How much experience do you have?
Required Question
Salary : $69,790 - $88,982