Texas Southern University is hiring: Systems Librarian in Houston

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Position Information

Title: Systems Librarian

Posting Number: TSU203319

Security Sensitive Position: Yes

Hours of Work: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F

Job Description Summary:

Under general supervision, responsible for the functional management of the Integrated Library Management System (OCLC WorldShare Management Services) and coordinates the use and integration of electronic research resources and technology in faculty teaching and research and in library collections and services. Oversees library operations and services during weekend and evening hours.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the library’s integrated library management system, including installation of software upgrades.
• Serve as the first point of contact for issues related to the operation and implementation of the integrated library management system.
• Participate in IT projects pertinent to the skills and interests of the Systems Librarian.
• Maintain an awareness of current trends and developments in library automation and information technologies.
• Assume primary responsibility for all library services during the evening and weekends, including the coordination and supervision of circulation, reserve, collection management, and photocopy services.
• Provide general legal reference and research services to students, faculty, and public library patrons, with particular emphasis on electronic resources.
• Manage the development and teaching of computer-assisted legal research instructional programs.
• Participate in the process to review, evaluate, and select electronic resources for library collection development.
• Assist in the development and updating of the content of the law library web pages.
• Serve as library liaison with database vendors and faculty regarding electronic research projects.
• Recommend policies and procedures and coordinate user services with other library departments.
• Prepare user aids such as bibliographies, user guides, research and instructional-based pathfinders, exhibits, newsletters, and blogs on the library to assist patrons.
• Assist in training and supervising student workers for the department.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

MLS, MLIS, or MSIS degree; Juris Doctorate degree preferred.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience; previous law library or library work preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of library policies, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of Banner and other job-related software systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
• Detail-oriented with effective customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent management, multitasking, and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Working/Environmental Conditions:

• Limited standing and/or walking.
• Using or carrying equipment.
• Stoop, bend or lift.

Hiring Range: $55,038.89 - $70,174.59

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Open to all applicants. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a MLS, MLIS, or MSIS degree? Juris Doctorate degree preferred.
• * Do you have previous law library or library work experience?
• * Do you have two (2) years of experience?
• * Do you have knowledge of Banner and other job-related software systems?