About this role
Systems and Discovery Librarian – Taylor University
The Systems and Discovery Librarian manages the library’s shared ILS and the library’s electronic resources. The incumbent interfaces with external library partners and vendors for the appropriate platforms for the ILS and the discovery service (currently Koha and EBSCO EDS). As a manager of a shared ILS, the incumbent regularly collaborates with our consortial partners in PALNI (Private Academic Network of Indiana) and is actively engaged in innovations related to shared, open systems and metadata.
The incumbent serves as the first contact for day-to-day technical problems, concerns, and requests for Zondervan Library.
Attention to detail, professional written and verbal communication, ability to work independently and set priorities, as well as ability to work as part of a team are critical skills for the position. As a member of the Zondervan Library team, the incumbent is an active contributor to the library’s outreach efforts and events. Additionally, the incumbent serves as an active contributor to the PALNI community.