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Library Systems Analyst

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Request to Recruit Position Title Library Systems Analyst Location Boone, NC Faculty Rank No Provide Rank Position Number 027811 Department Library-Automation - 275005 Position Summary Information Minimum Qualifications A master’s degree and 0-1 years of related experience; or a bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of related experience. License/Certification Required Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an academic library
• Ability to work independently and apply knowledge to find solutions to new and varied problems
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with or knowledge of one or more of the following:
  • Object-oriented and scripting languages such as PHP , Python, and JavaScript
  • MVC frameworks
  • Modern development tools, such as continuous integration (CI), version control (e.g., Git), and virtual environments (e.g., Docker)
  • Relational database systems, such as PostgreSQL or MySQL
  • API integration
  • Project management
  • Library systems/applications
  • Educational technology
  • Content and/or course management systems, like Drupal or Moodle
  • Compliance with accessibility standards and experience with accessibility testing tools

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Appalachian State University Libraries are essential teaching and research partners, inspiring and guiding all who pursue knowledge. The University Libraries welcome nearly 800,000 visitors every year. We connect with the students, faculty, and staff of Appalachian State University as well as community members, researchers from all over the world, and K-12 school teachers. A large and vibrant organization composed of 35 faculty and 50 staff, the Libraries are a partner in the campus learning community, providing access to collections, portals to information and texts, consulting services, new media and technology, engaging spaces and programs, and a curriculum focused on information literacy and research methods.

Additional information about the Libraries, the University, and the surrounding area may be found at http://www.appstate.edu , https://library.appstate.edu/about , and https://hr.appstate.edu/hr-services/employment .

The Library Systems Analyst provides point of contact and administration of multiple library software services and packages, and is responsible for in-house software development to support library functions. Main duties and responsibilities include:

• Administer and provide guidance for all systems used within the University Libraries;
• Support existing library applications in consultation with colleagues and service users, including taking ownership of troubleshooting and enhancing functionality;
• Collaborate and consult with students, faculty, and staff students to identify programming solutions to address library needs;
• Evaluate and implement third party web-based applications and APIs to improve library services and operations;
• Program custom functionality to enhance website content and user interfaces;
• Where appropriate, design, develop, and maintain web-based applications to meet library and university needs;
• Stay current with the latest trends and technologies, including AI applications and solutions;
• Serve as a standing member of the Digital Library Services Council.

Type of Position Full Time Position Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty VISA Sponsorship? VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S. Appointment Type 1.0=100% Work Schedule/Hours Standard work hours Mon - Fri, 8:00 am - 5:00pm, occasional after hours and weekends might be required Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff No Suggested Salary Range $70,496 - $85,476 Physical Demands of Position To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Posting Details Information Posting Date 04/25/2025 Closing Date 05/11/2025 Open Until Filled No Evaluation of Applications Begins 05/12/2025 Proposed Date of Hire 06/02/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants In your application, please include:

A resume or CV

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A list of three professional references with contact information included

Search Chair Name Scott Rice Search Chair Email ricese@appstate.edu Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/50636 Posting Number 201501634P

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