[OPEN-ILS-GENERAL] Position Available: Automation Services Librarian, Pioneer Library System

[Bob Wicksall]

Hi Rogan, 

Yes that would be great. I guess I didn't know that existed. 

Bob Wicksall 
Computer and Network Services Manager 

Pioneer Library System 
2557 State Rt. 21 
Canandaigua, New York 14424 

Voice: (585) 394-8260 ext. 1110 
Fax: (585) 394-1935 

> From: "Rogan Hamby" <rhamby at equinoxinitiative.org>
> To: "Evergreen Discussion Group" <open-ils-general at list.georgialibraries.org>
> Sent: Thursday, October 24, 2019 11:33:30 AM
> Subject: Re: [OPEN-ILS-GENERAL] Position Available: Automation Services
> Librarian, Pioneer Library System

> Hi Bob,
> Would you like this also posted to the Evergreen job site which also goes out to
> the social media feeds?

> On Wed, Oct 23, 2019 at 4:27 PM Bob Wicksall < [ mailto:bwicksall at pls-net.org |
> bwicksall at pls-net.org ] > wrote:

>> Position Available: Automation Services Librarian
>> The Pioneer Library System (PLS) is a cooperative library system located in
>> Canandaigua, NY and serves 42 small and rural public libraries across Ontario,
>> Wyoming, Wayne, and Livingston Counties. We are currently looking for a
>> detailed oriented and coding savvy librarian to help further the development
>> and support of our Integrated Library System (ILS), Evergreen. Under the
>> direction of the Executive Director, this position will be part of the ILS team
>> that focuses on the enhancement, development, management, and support of our
>> ILS. Typical tasks include running report queries in the ILS, monitoring and
>> testing updates, supporting ILS issues at member libraries, offering training
>> sessions, and influencing system-wide policy.

>> Essential Duties Include :

>>    1. Work with Computer and Network Services Manager, PLS staff, and member
>>    libraries to identify and coordinate ILS developments, enhancements, upgrades,
>>    and reporting; third party services associated with the ILS; and other services
>>     and projects relating to library technologies provided by PLS.
>>    2. Effectively lead ILS related projects through development, management,
>>     implementation, and closing.
>>    3. Maintain professional communication and working relationships with system
>>    staff, member libraries, project team members, vendors, and ILS related
>>     communities.
>>     4. Coordinate activities with system staff on ILS related projects.
>>     5. Manage, implement, and advise on ILS related policies and procedures.
>>    6. Organize and conduct project team meetings, policy advisory committee
>>     meetings, and user group meetings.
>>     7. Provide support for procedure and policy-related ILS questions.
>>     8. Present and train on ILS related topics to system staff and member libraries.
>>     9. Partners with the Cataloging & E-Resources Specialist for backup and support.
>>     10. Other duties as assigned.

>> Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

>>    * Working knowledge of integrated library systems and technology specific to the
>>    acquisition, cataloging, and circulation of library resources; bibliographic
>>     databases, public access catalogs, and how they are used.
>>     * Knowledge of SQL, HTML, CSS, and XML.
>>     * Knowledge of issues and workflows that have an impact on member libraries.
>>     * General knowledge of cataloging (i.e. MARC, RDA).
>>     * Skills in consulting and working with library professionals and contractors.
>>     * Skills in drafting and updating written policies, procedures, and directives.
>>     * Ability to manage projects successfully.
>>    * Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to member libraries and
>>     conferences as required.

>> Education and Experience

>>    * MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA accredited school of library and
>>     information science
>>     * New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate.
>>    * Two or more years of relevant professional library experience sufficient to
>>    perform essential duties of the position; or equivalent combination of
>>     training, education, and experience.

>> Salary & Benefits

>>     * Salary range $52,000 - $56,000, commensurate with experience.
>>     * Vacation, sick time, holiday, and health insurance benefits
>>     * NYS Retirement

>> How to Apply

>> To apply for this position, send a PDF with your cover letter, resume, and
>> contact information for three professional references to [
>> mailto:careers at pls-net.org | careers at pls-net.org ] with the subject line:
>> Automation Services Librarian. Preference will be given to applications
>> received by November 18, 2019. The position will remain open until filled.

>> Visit [ http://pls-net.org/careers | http://pls-net.org/careers ] for the full
>> job posting.
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