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Job Description

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN 

 THE DOUGLAS COUNTY LIBRARIES TEAM! 

 The Integrated Library System Administrator position is responsible for development, implementation, support and administration of the District’s integrated library system (ILS) supporting a variety of services including circulation, cataloging, acquisitions, serials, reports, external interface functions, and discovery, in addition to running both routine and on-demand data clean-up reports and performing associated record updates. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment and initiative.

• Configures and manages the efficient operation of the District’s ILS, including application performance, administration, maintenance, and upgrades to meet library requirements.
• Researches, analyzes, evaluates, plans, tests, troubleshoots, designs, coordinates and implements all aspects of ILS interfaces and services. Documents and resolves system flaws. Tests and documents optimal practices.
• Works with vendors for ongoing maintenance, development and support concerning features and functions the library requires to maintain or enhance service.
• Maintains interfaces between the library's integrated library system and 3rd-party products, in-house developed products, self-service checkout, computer reservation systems, and web-based applications that require authentication from the patron database.
• Leads projects utilizing standard project management skills: work plans, charters, risk management, budget management, conducting meetings, documentation, etc.
• Writes status reports, problem reports, procedures, and detailed documentation of system processes.
• Performs other work duties as assigned

Additional Info & Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Thorough knowledge of ILS hardware and software with demonstrated ability to perform operational process analysis and translate into systems requirements and specifications is required. Must be able to identify and mitigate technology risk.
• Evidence of advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to construct logical and innovative solutions to complex technical problems is required.
• Self-starter with an intellectual curiosity to investigate new solutions on their own.
• Knowledge of database architecture, record structure, and Boolean logic in creating queries. .
• Knowledge of library catalog organization, indexing, and filing; standard library operating procedures and terminology, related specifically to patron registration and materials circulation is required.
• Exhibits expertise for a variety of technology products and services such as virtualization, messaging, storage technologies and web-based technologies. Must have a fundamental knowledge of all hardware (client, server, peripherals) of ILS product support vendors
• Training/experience with library cataloging practices and library practices and procedures (collections and technical services, circulation, reference, in-depth understanding of bibliographic /MARC record structure, etc.).

The Community

The pioneer spirit, accompanied by the beauty of the mountains, foothills and plains, is gloriously evident in Douglas County. In 1861, the Colorado Territorial Session Laws created Douglas County, named after Stephen A. Douglas. Known as the “Little Giant.”

Today, Douglas County is virtually the geographic center of Colorado. The County is approximately 843 square miles, 71 square miles of which are permanently protected land through the Douglas County Open Space Program. Recreational areas include more than 146,000 acres of Pike National Forest, Roxborough State Park, Castlewood Canyon State Park and the Chatfield State Recreation Area. The County’s strength, as the centerpiece of the Denver/Colorado Springs development corridor, is a perfect blend of quality lifestyle and business environment.

Douglas County Libraries is the fourth-largest library system in Colorado. Our mission is to be a passionate advocate for literacy and lifelong learning, and we play a vital role in the life of our community. We lend more than eight million books, CDs, DVDs, magazines, eBooks, and audiobooks every year, including more children’s material than any other Colorado library.

Douglas County Libraries is consistently ranked among the top public libraries in the nation for the population we serve. We value helpful service to all, exploration and discovery, community connections and innovation. Our seven library branches comprise an independent library district funded by a 4.0 mill levy approved by Douglas County voters in 1996.

For more about our budget, our stewardship of public funds and our citizens’ return on their investment, please visit our transparency portal on our website: DouglasCountyLibraries.org. 

HR Info

Apply via our online application system at DouglasCountyLibraries.org. Hand delivered, mailed, faxed or emailed applications and resumes will not be accepted. EOE.