Senior Library Technologist (SLT)- Systems Analyst...

Brown University
Providence, United States of America
yesterday

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Remote
Providence, United States of America

Tech stack

HTML
JavaScript
PHP
Web Accessibility
API
Data analysis
Proxy Servers
CSS
Software Debugging
Identity and Access Management
Python
Web Pages
Information Technology
Web Technologies

Job description

The Library is seeking applications for the position of Senior Library Technologist (SLT)- Systems Analyst /Library Web and Discovery Systems / Digital Technologies to work in Digital Technologies in the Library. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing skilled tasks in support of the Library's web and discovery services. Provides services with the creation and ongoing maintenance of the Library's website, various discovery systems, and integrated applications. This is a full-time position working Monday - Friday as a member of the Library's bargaining unit staff. This is a remote position., * Assists with the ongoing maintenance and management of library systems, including BruKnow (Alma/Primo), and other discovery platforms and systems, including custom APIs, proxy servers, and identity management * Troubleshoot discovery-related issues and provide analysis to contribute to problem resolution * Creates and maintains static and dynamic web pages and sites * Assists in creating scripts to automate data analysis and remediation tasks in support of the library's web presence * Adapts, expands, optimizes, updates, debugs, and documents HTML, PHP, JavaScript, and other web technologies * Writes, edits or adapts programming scripts, modules, and application functionality using APIs * Documents scripts and code * Keeps informed of new developments in library technologies, digital accessibility and related topics * Performs related duties as required

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field; or two-year college degree in information technology or related field and equivalent experience; or equivalent work experience.* 2 years experience in a systems analyst role on a technical/information technology team * Experience with HTML, CSS, PHP, Javascript, Python, and APIs * Knowledge of web accessibility standards and best practices* Strong analysis and problem-solving skills* Capacity to learn new technologies and systems quickly* Excellent oral and written communication skills* Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond to critical issues in a timely manner* Demonstrated ability to bring tasks to completion and close the communication loop with colleagues and stakeholders* Ability to work in a team-based environment and to actively participate in team-based decision making* Ability to perform detailed work accurately with reasonable speed* Successful completion of a test may

About the company

Welcome! Founded in 1764, Brown is a leading institution for education, discovery, and global intellectual progress as well as one of the largest employers in Rhode Island. Working at Brown brings more than just a paycheck and generous benefits; it offers an opportunity to contribute to a greater good. Join us in supporting the pursuit of knowledge and individual growth that defines higher education and enriches our community.

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