Strategic Leader, Library Systems & Web Services

Code4lib; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 76,500 - 93,500; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Director of Library Systems and Web Services to provide strategic leadership and management for its library systems. This role involves overseeing core systems, managing a team, and driving cross-functional projects to enhance user experience and support academic success. Ideal candidates will have an ALA-accredited Master's degree and extensive experience in library systems, along with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience working with library systems or similar enterprise technologies.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Familiarity with web development workflows.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and day-to-day management for the Department of Library Systems and Web Services.
• Lead the Libraries’ systems strategy, including the integrated library system (Alma).
• Collaborate across the Libraries to manage and evolve the Libraries' website.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to oversee complex projects

Strong service orientation

Knowledge of current trends in library systems

Collaboration with stakeholders

Education

ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Science

Equivalent terminal degree in a related field

Tools

Alma/Primo

OpenAthens

Repository platforms

Digital preservation tools

Job description

A leading educational institution is seeking a Director of Library Systems and Web Services to provide strategic leadership and management for its library systems. This role involves overseeing core systems, managing a team, and driving cross-functional projects to enhance user experience and support academic success. Ideal candidates will have an ALA-accredited Master's degree and extensive experience in library systems, along with excellent communication skills.