Digital Systems Librarian: ILL & Tech Services

Palibraries; Collegeville (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ursinus College is seeking a Systems Management Librarian to oversee its library systems, ILL operations, and data-driven support for science and sustainability research. The role requires MLS/MLIS and hands-on experience with ILS platforms, resource sharing, and instruction.

The position includes managing licenses, accessibility, and campus collaborations; occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS.
• Experience administering an ILS or library services platform (OCLC WMS and WorldCat Discovery).
• Experience with ILL/resource sharing, technical services and library instruction.
• Experience maintaining content in LibGuides or a CMS.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain library systems (OCLC WMS, WorldCat Discovery, Tipasa, LibGuides, EZproxy, ArcGIS, etc.).
• Process ILL borrowing and lending end to end; manage licenses and vendor relationships.
• Maintain the library’s online presence and accessibility standards.
• Provide teaching and liaison support for Sciences; collaborate with centers and hubs.
• Generate reports and data for collection management and assessment.
• Train student assistants and document procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

MLS/MLIS degree

Tools

OCLC WMS

WorldCat Discovery

Tipasa

LibGuides

EZproxy

Job description

Ursinus College is seeking a Systems Management Librarian to oversee its library systems, ILL operations, and data-driven support for science and sustainability research. The role requires MLS/MLIS and hands-on experience with ILS platforms, resource sharing, and instruction.

The position includes managing licenses, accessibility, and campus collaborations; occasional travel may be required.