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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced Automation Librarian to join our team and oversee the management and optimization of our library's automation systems and digital resources. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in library science, information technology, and automation processes. You will be responsible for ensuring that our library's digital systems are efficient, user-friendly, and up-to-date with the latest technological advancements. Your role will involve collaborating with other library staff, IT professionals, and external vendors to implement and maintain automated systems that enhance the user experience and streamline library operations. You will also be tasked with training staff and patrons on the use of these systems, troubleshooting technical issues, and staying informed about emerging trends in library automation. The successful candidate will possess excellent problem-solving skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for leveraging technology to improve library services. If you are a proactive, tech-savvy individual with a commitment to excellence in library services, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Manage and maintain library automation systems and digital resources.
- Collaborate with IT professionals to implement new technologies.
- Train staff and patrons on the use of automated systems.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and provide support.
- Ensure systems are user-friendly and efficient.
- Stay informed about emerging trends in library automation.
- Develop and implement policies for digital resource management.
- Coordinate with external vendors for system upgrades and maintenance.
- Monitor system performance and make necessary adjustments.
- Create and maintain documentation for automated systems.
- Conduct regular audits of digital resources.
- Assist in the development of digital collections.
- Provide technical support for online databases and e-resources.
- Evaluate and recommend new automation tools and software.
- Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations.
- Participate in professional development opportunities.
- Collaborate with other library staff to improve services.
- Manage budget for automation systems and digital resources.
- Prepare reports on system performance and usage.
- Promote digital resources to library patrons.
Requirements
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- Experience with library automation systems.
- Strong technical skills and knowledge of digital resources.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to train and support staff and patrons.
- Knowledge of data privacy and security regulations.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience with online databases and e-resources.
- Familiarity with emerging trends in library automation.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Experience with budget management.
- Ability to create and maintain documentation.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting technical issues.
- Commitment to professional development.
- Experience with digital collection development.
- Ability to evaluate and recommend new technologies.
- Strong customer service skills.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with library automation systems?
- How do you stay informed about emerging trends in library technology?
- Can you provide an example of a technical issue you resolved?
- How do you approach training staff and patrons on new systems?
- What strategies do you use to ensure data privacy and security?
- Can you describe a time when you collaborated with IT professionals?
- How do you manage multiple projects simultaneously?
- What is your experience with budget management for digital resources?
- How do you evaluate and recommend new automation tools?
- Can you provide an example of how you improved a library service through technology?
- How do you handle feedback from staff and patrons about digital systems?
- What steps do you take to ensure the accuracy of digital resources?
- How do you approach the development of digital collections?
- Can you describe your experience with online databases and e-resources?
- How do you create and maintain documentation for automated systems?
- What is your approach to troubleshooting technical issues?
- How do you promote digital resources to library patrons?
- Can you describe a time when you had to coordinate with external vendors?
- What professional development opportunities have you pursued?
- How do you ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations?