Code4lib is hiring: Library Technology Specialist in Chico

Job Title: Library Technology Specialist (Information Technology Consultant-Expert)

Job no: 543080
Work type: Staff
Location: Chico
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, Library

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 15,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates who reflect the intersectional identities of our student body. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Job/Department Summary:

Under the direction of the Library Dean, the Information Technology Consultant oversees the Library Systems Unit, providing lead work direction and project management of technology-related library projects. This dynamic position works as part of a team to implement library initiatives as well as independently to complete assigned tasks. Tasks include improving technology efficiencies, keeping up with and evaluating library technology trends, setting priorities for library technology implementation, and ensuring library systems are updated and maintained. This individual serves as the work lead for the Library Systems Unit encompassing library hardware and software and the library website. The Library Technology Specialist serves as the administrator for several Library Systems and works with other library units to ensure proper configuration. Acts as a liaison to campus for IT related projects.

Required Education and Experience:

The qualifications listed above would normally be obtained by a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems educational technology, communications or job-related field or similar certified coursework in applicable fields of study.
AND
Three years of full-time job-related experience.
OR
An equivalent combination of job-related experience and education providing the advanced and comprehensive knowledge of the required technical specialty.

Preferences:

• Bilingual
• Lead work duties
• Server experience
• Security knowledge
• Knowledge of multiple operating systems
• Master’s in library and information science
• Experience with library systems- Alma, ILLiad, EZproxy, Primo, Springshare

Time Base: Full-time

Pay Plan: 12/12

CSU Classification Salary Range: $88,452 - $171,288 per year.

Benefits: This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible).

California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, requires that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive. This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines.

Open Until Filled: Review of Applications will begin 10/08/24. Applications received after that date may be considered.

How to apply: Apply here

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