The James E. Walker Library at Middle Tennessee State University ( MTSU ) seeks a systems librarian to contribute to the mission of the library through administration and optimization of the library's various management systems.

This is a 12-month, tenure-track position (#401070) at the rank of assistant/associate professor. Start date for the position is July 1, 2018. All library faculty are expected to meet promotion and tenure standards. The successful candidate will report to the Chair of the Collection Development & Management department.

The systems librarian will work closely with the library units that use the integrated library system ( ILS ). She/he will assist in optimizing system functionality through system configuration, scripting and API implementation. The position will administer, maintain, customize and enhance the library's integrated library system ( ILS ) and manage the technical aspects of the institutional repository and hosted online journal system software as well as the proxy server. Currently, Walker Library utilizes the Innovative Interfaces ( III ) Sierra system, EDS , DSpace, Open Journal System and EZProxy.

Specific Responsibilities
• Serves as the primary library contact to the ILS vendor;
• Maintain the ILS which includes but is not limited to: the management of data tables, user authorizations, permissions, settings, templates, loaders and updates;
• Assists library units in the design of workflows and the collection of statistics;
• Creates scripts and implements APIs to optimize and enhance existing systems and data;
• Works with library staff to implement new processes or products;
• Collaborate with internal library units and external campus archival centers;
• Coordinate with library campus technology departments on server management, troubleshooting and system functional issues; and
• Keep abreast of changing technologies.

Required Education
ALA accredited master's degree in Library or Information Science by appointment date.

Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Other Desirable
Candidates possessing familiarity with any of the following will receive special consideration:
• Programming language(s) such as PHP , SQL , Perl, JavaScript, Python, Ruby;
• Proxy servers and/or SSO technologies;
• API implementation;
• Database design
• Bibliographic record structure and metadata schemas such as MARC and Dublin Core
• Project management

Salary and Benefits
Rank and salary commensurate with education and experience. Additionally, MTSU provides its employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance as well as several other optional benefit plans
• Retirement savings programs that include your choice of two plans as well as three deferred compensation savings plans
• An Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Programs
• Sick leave

Job Open Date 09/29/2017
Job Review Date for Optimal Consideration 11/06/2017
Is this position Grant Funded? No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to include a statement of teaching philosophy, their Research Statement or Creative Activities as appropriate to the discipline, their curriculum vitae, and cover letter at the time of online application.

If you need assistance in applying please contact Faculty Recruitment Specialist at 615-898-5128.

If you have position specific questions, please contact Beverly Geckle, at Beverly.Geckle@mtsu.edu.

Additional Information
If selected for an on-campus interview, applicants should then request official transcripts (not issued to student) of all college degrees be sent directly to the academic department prior to the interview. In order to complete an employment agreement, official transcripts from each degree-granting institution must be provided. If transcripts are from a non-U.S. institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts both translated into English and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

Likewise, you will be required to provide names and contact information for three recommenders (external to MTSU ) during your application to the posting. If you are approved for the candidate pool, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided. The letters should be returned via the link provided in the solicitation of the recommendation and must be current and specific to the job posting. Letters of recommendation may not be provided from a general dossier.

Applications received by posted Review Date will receive full consideration. However, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU available at www.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Pre-Employment Information
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Job Category Faculty - Tenure Track
Job Type Full Time
Academic Resources

Reference Letters

Reference Letters

Accept References Yes
Minimum Requests 3
Maximum Requests 5
Last Day a Reference Provider Can Submit Reference 06/30/2018
Special Instructions to Reference Provider
Recommendation letters should be submitted via the uniquely assigned link and per the instructions included in the solicitation letter automatically generated if/when the recommendations are required. Generic letters stored on a third party site will not be accepted.

Letters should be addressed to:
Beverly Geckle
Collection Development and Management Department

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you a sexual offender or violent sexual offender as defined by T.C.A. 40-39-202?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • MTSU Jobs
   • State Office of Employment Services
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverse Issues
   • Hispanic Outlook
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Friend/Employee
   • Other

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Research/Creative Activities

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Other Document 2
3. Teaching Philosophy

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