Systems Librarian @ Systems Department University of Georgia Libraries

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The University of Georgia Libraries Systems Librarian is responsible for coordinating the use of the library management system and discovery application. This position offers candidates with a commitment to lifelong learning and the ability to communicate effectively a chance to play an essential role in the core library systems efforts of a large research library. Reporting to the Deputy University Librarian and Director of Library Technology, the Systems Librarian also acts as a liaison between library departments (Cataloging, Acquisitions, Access Services, etc.), consortia constituencies in the University System of Georgia (USG), and GALILEO/GIL Technical Support Services, UGA Library Technology Support Group, and, when needed, EBSCO and Ex Libris support. The Systems Librarian works with all levels of library staff in the identification and investigation of automated system enhancements and problems for the Ex Libris’s Alma library services platform (GIL), and monitors our EBSCO Discovery Service (EDS) implementation and reports problems or makes configuration changes as needed.  The Systems Librarian provides support to staff in the use and maintenance of the library services platform (LSP) and discovery systems, coordinates local documentation of these systems, and participates in various groups engaged in specific development or troubleshooting tasks related to these automated systems. The Systems Librarian is responsible for coordinating the maintenance of and oversees automated processes for the GIL, discovery, and related systems. This position coordinates with the other technical staff and library personnel to address any immediate issues with these systems.  To view a full description of the position and application instructions please go to: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.ugajobsearch.com_postings_32620&d=DwIF-g&c=HPMtquzZjKY31rtkyGRFnQ&r=9GsLhx8cXgcsz9mWXXeTHcsXmWlrmp3VjfEbkhYMIFI&m=3SQja_rqS7dkFoGWCn7c6-K8gmK3tNzgXU0I9hsBjWU&s=ORxyd85cmu3jrYHz0TWWLZWXqJBAM3_Y601e-4uc4eM&e=
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