Systems Librarian

Code4lib; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University Libraries seeks a Systems Librarian to lead the Alma platform and Primo discovery layer. The role partners with multiple library services teams to align system policies with user needs and optimize workflows across fulfillment, acquisitions, and resource sharing.

The position involves analytics, documentation, and active engagement with Ex Libris and professional communities to explore AI-driven improvements and new services.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage the Libraries’ Ex Libris Alma platform and Primo discovery layer.
• Chair the Alma Product Team and align system policies with user and department needs.
• Translate technical developments into clear workflows to optimize processes across units.
• Monitor release schedules, assess impacts, and generate data-informed reports.
• Maintain documentation and provide functional support to library staff.

Job description

Salary: Minimum salary: $80,000 annually.

Description

The NC State University Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of Systems Librarian in the Digital Library Initiatives department. The Digital Library Initiatives (DLI) department applies systems analysis, design, service development, and software development skills to the creation and improvement of a broad range of library products and services. As a collaborative and consultative partner, DLI works with stakeholders across the Libraries and university to bring new services to life and solve complex technical challenges. DLI develops and supports the core systems that provide access to the Libraries’ print and electronic resources, including Ex Libris Alma, the Primo discovery layer, ILLiad, and EZproxy. The department maintains a broad portfolio of prototype and production systems and services in areas including digital collections, high-technology spaces, researcher profiles and identifiers, exploratory applications of machine learning and AI, and assessment and analytics. DLI develops new research infrastructure support services focused on improving the efficiency and productivity of NC State researchers in collaboration with university partners including the Office of Information Technology (OIT) and the Office of Research and Innovation (ORI). Staff develop and support open source and locally developed applications that promote resource discovery and delivery, enable use of Libraries spaces, and improve staff workflows. For examples of the department’s projects and initiatives, visit: https://www.lib.ncsu.edu/dli/projects

Responsibilities:

The Systems Librarian provides primary administration and project management for the Libraries’ Ex Libris Alma platform and public-facing Primo discovery layer. The position facilitates collaborative decision-making for these discovery tools, including chairing the Libraries' Alma Product Team and working with all library services platform teams to align system policies with user and departmental needs. The position translates complex technical developments into clear, functional workflows for colleagues, helping to optimize processes across functional areas, including fulfillment, acquisitions, resource management, resource sharing, and user experience. They partner with other stakeholders to manage the Alma platform’s lifecycle, including monitoring software release schedules, assessing their impacts on library operations, utilizing analytics to generate reports for data-informed decision-making, implementing configuration updates, maintaining technical documentation, and providing functional support for library staff. The position acts as a primary technical liaison with Ex Libris and participates actively in professional communities such as ELUNA, the UNC System, and the Triangle Research Libraries Network (TRLN). They actively explore emerging services and technologies, including AI-driven improvements to library search, discovery, and internal workflows, working to enhance the library user experience.

Minimum salary: $80,000 annually. Review of applications is underway; position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to receive full consideration. The Libraries anticipates virtual first round interviews, with finalist interviews happening in person.

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone].