Job Description

Summary
The Library Systems Administrator III oversees software for the Libraries digital repository platforms, gathering stakeholders requirements and translating needs into application configuration/features. They will ensure the optimal performance of lslandora, Open Journal Systems (OJS) and WordPress software and evaluate applications to update and add new features. Working across library departments, they will update and debug applications that improve work efficiencies or the user experience. They will develop appropriate documentation to represent application design and code customizations accurately. They will also have secondary responsibilities for the development and maintenance of the librarys Drupal content management software. The position reports to the Director of Library Information Technology and Digital Scholarship & Initiatives.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Proven competency for systems administration responsibilities
2. Demonstrated programming skills at an intermediate or advanced level in two or more languages
3. Familiarity with a variety of operating systems and platforms
4. Knowledge of programming for diverse operating systems and platforms using development tools
5. A team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills
6. Analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
7. Great attention to detail and excellent time-management skills
8. Ability to function fully and competently at technology competency Levels I, II and III outlined in HTML Core Technology Competencies for Employees. (See here)

Required Education and/or Experience

1. Bachelors Degree and at least 5 years of experience as a system administrator
2. OR
3. High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 10 years of experience as a system administrator

To ensure full consideration, all applicants must submit a letter of application, resume, and the names with full contact information and relationship of at least three professional references, preferably current or past supervisors. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is selected.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Certified systems administrator status
2. Familiarity with lslandora, OJS and WordPress softwares
3. Previous academic or research library experience

Compensation Information
This position is an exempt, salaried position assigned to pay grade 26PREM. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay. See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.

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