Library Technology & Services Lead — Innovate & Oversee Systems

ILLINOIS LIBRARY ASSOCIATION; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis University in Romeoville, IL seeks a Head of Library Technology and Technical Services to lead technology initiatives and the library’s technical services operations. The role oversees cataloging, metadata, and the library’s integrated system (ALMA), coordinating with IT and vendors.

The ideal candidate brings an MLS/MLIS and at least five years in an academic library, with strong communication, supervision, and planning skills to support the university’s information services and digital

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS degree required with five+ years managing an integrated library system.
• Academic library experience with supervisory duties expected.
• Strong knowledge of cataloging, metadata formats (AACRII, RDA, MARC, Dublin Core).
• Proficiency with computer applications and MS Office; ability to research new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead library technology initiatives and technical services operations.
• Coordinate cataloging and metadata for electronic and digital resources.
• Oversee ALMA and other library software; liaison with IT and vendors.
• Administer and implement database and institutional repository services.
• Prepare and conduct library instruction sessions and staff training.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Initiative and project management

Supervisory experience

Education

MLS / MLIS degree

Five years of academic library experience

Tools

ALMA/Ex Libris integrated library system

Library databases and link resolvers

Job description

Lewis University in Romeoville, IL seeks a Head of Library Technology and Technical Services to lead technology initiatives and the library’s technical services operations. The role oversees cataloging, metadata, and the library’s integrated system (ALMA), coordinating with IT and vendors.

The ideal candidate brings an MLS/MLIS and at least five years in an academic library, with strong communication, supervision, and planning skills to support the university’s information services and digital