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University of Colorado Denver
Faculty Level/Title: Instructor Faculty
Working Title: Systems Librarian
FTE: Fulltime
Salary Range: Minimum $54808/year
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Job Description
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Systems Librarian (Instructor Faculty) with the University of Colorado Denver Anschutz
(Denver CO)
The Systems Librarian is responsible for the management ongoing maintenance and development of Auraria Librarys integrated library system and serves in a lead role in any ILS migrations upgrades and/or implementations. Facilitates instruction sessions related to accessing and using library systems and resources. Maintain and enhance the integrated library system (ILS) including administering the system; keeping track of server updates; troubleshooting issues; maintaining the loan rules staff permissions and other key settings; implementing new features; maintaining the online public access catalog; exporting bibliographic records to the discovery service nightly and quarterly. Serve as the primary contact with the ILS vendor and open support tickets as issues arise. Work with Triinstitutional partners on acquiring and loading patron data. Serve as pointperson for ILS outages and disruptions of services for all library staff; collaborate with stakeholders (IT and Web Services vendors etc.) to resolve problems promptly. Track all system upgrades and communicate with colleagues about new features and any expected changes in workflows related to upgrades. Support library departments by evaluating and testing new software/ILS features and gathering feedback from stakeholders as part of the process. Train staff on relevant modules of the ILS including upgrades and new products. Ensure that library materials are readily discoverable and accessible to meet users needs. Promote interoperability of the ILS and other discovery and access tools including but not limited to the link resolver/knowledge base (360 Services) the discovery system (Summon) offcampus authentication (EZproxy) Interlibrary loan (Illiad) and selfcheckout machines (Bibliotheca). Enhance integration between the ILS and Prospector (Colorado Union Catalog) and work with staff at the Colorado Alliance of Research Libraries to troubleshoot any Prospector integration issues. Retrieve usage data from the ILS at the request of colleagues. Maintain uptodate detailed digital documentation of the ILS settings configurations and regular processes. Develops and delivers onetime courseintegrated instruction sessions to undergraduate and graduate students. Facilitates instruction sessions (facetoface and online) on a broad range of topics related to Library resources access and use. Participates in orientations including new student orientations transfer student orientations new faculty orientations and new employee orientations among others. Participates in teaching and assessing programmatic instruction for foundational courses. Facilitates training workshops for library faculty and staff on new and existing resources and technologies. Instructions sessions are taught in (but not limited to) the following courses: CDES 3300 DataDriven Design (Metropolitan State University of Denver) ENG 1020 Research and Argument Writing (Metropolitan State University of Denver) ENGL 2030 Core Composition II (University of Colorado Denver) ENG 1022 English Composition II (Community College of Denver) Leadership and Service. Participates in Library and campuswide committees and CU Denver faculty governance. Serve on the crossdepartmental Library Technology Team and the Discovery Committee. Maintains membership in the ILS User Group and attends regional and national meetings and training as the library budget allows. Keep up with trends in library discovery and access and the development of library systems.
Requirements
This position requires at least a Masters degree (or equivalent) in Library and Information Science or a closely related field and 4 years of experience. Must have some experience in each of the following skills: Administering an integrated library system or library services platform. Coordinating with vendors IT and other stakeholders to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues. Demonstrated understanding of the role of library systems particularly their role in user experience as well as the interoperability between various discovery and access systems (i.e. knowledge base/link resolvers integrated library systems discovery systems etc.)
Conditions of Employment
- This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office as needed based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.
Mental Physical and/or Environmental Requirements
- The ability to sit for extended periods stand and walk occasionally reach with hands and arms use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse and have good near vision for computer work;often requiring minimal lifting but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .
Employment Sponsorship
Please be advised that this position is eligible now and in the future for visa sponsorship. While the hiring unit is willing to pursue visa sponsorship an offer of employment will be contingent on the candidate having a visa status that allows employment with the University as of the start date for the position or the Universitys petition being approved and on the candidate being able to obtain the appropriate visa status.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at a minimum $54808.00 per year.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity experience education specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits statement to include in all benefitseligible positions. See Eligibility Matrix.
Benefits: Deadline
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified and interviews begin. Preference will be given to complete applications received by June 30th 2025 at 11:59:00 PM. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Required Application Materials:
To apply please visit: and attach:
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
- Curriculum vitae / Resume outlining experience(s).
- Five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address. (We will notify you prior to contacting both on and offlist references).
Questions should be directed to Peyton Hertz at
Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational clinical research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must therefore consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.
Employment Type
Full-Time
