POSITION IDENTIFICATION
TITLE Library Systems Administrator/Support Specialist
CLASSIFICATION NUMBER 5142
GRADE 34
CLASSIFICATION Nonexempt
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR Head, Library Systems Office
MAJOR ADMINISTRATOR Dean, Library Services
GENERAL FUNCTION
The Library Systems Administrator/Support Specialist develops interfaces with the Library’s systems and data, develops, implements, and maintains SQL databases and related PHP and PERL scripts, automates routine system administration processes through scripting, resolves system and network problems, and creates and maintains program documentation related to the Library’s computer systems. The Library Systems Administrator/Support Specialist installs and maintains servers, computer workstations, uninterruptible power equipment, back-up systems, and storage devices and resolves problems with hardware and software.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Completion of college courses that are equivalent to an Associate's degree are required. A Bachelor's degree and an emphasis in a computer-related field are preferred.
Experience: Experience in the design and programming of computer applications using HTML, Java, C, C++, Visual Basic, or other web tools is required. Experience in business application programming is preferred. Experience with RDBMS and SQL is preferred. Experience with TCP/IP and computer graphics is preferred. Experience in programming computer applications in a team-oriented environment is preferred. Work experience in higher education is preferred.
Skills: Proficiency in thinking logically and creatively is required. Proficiency in writing program narratives and understanding coding techniques, testing strategies, and application implementation is required. Proficiency in creating and maintaining database queries is required. Proficiency in the design and coding of PHP, PERL, or ASP scripts is required. Must be able to maintain confidentiality in regard to information processed, stored, or accessed by the systems. Effective verbal and written communication skills are required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Effort: Extended periods of time working at a microcomputer workstation are required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Supports the use and accessibility of the Library’s systems and databases by developing interfaces for users and developing, implementing, and maintaining SQL databases and related PHP and PERL scripts.
2. Supports the Library’s functions and operations by writing scripts to automate more routine system administration processes, setting up, configuring, and maintaining server hardware and software, uninterruptible power equipment, back-up systems, and storage devices as needed, installing and maintaining computer workstation hardware and software, assisting in troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues as necessary or as directed by the Head, Library Systems Office, maintaining documentation of programs, databases, and computer system configurations, and performing routine back-up of essential systems to ensure system and data integrity in the event of hardware failure or other adverse events.
3. Participates with the Head, Library Systems Office in the evaluation and recommendation of software and hardware used in various aspects of Library operations.
4. Effectively resolves Library system problems by conducting thorough analyses of problems and employing appropriate debugging techniques and aids to resolve the problems.
5. Ensures the availability of computer resources by managing disaster prevention and recovery efforts caused by events like power outages, hardware failures, etc.
6. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
6. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing and maintaining professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by the Head, Library Systems Office.
8. Contributes to the overall success of the Library by performing all other essential duties as assigned by the Head, Library Systems Office.
SUPERVISION
The Library Systems Administrator/Support Specialist is supervised by the Head, Library Systems Office and may supervise student workers or interns.
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
REVISED JANUARY 2017
