Job Posting: Bibliomation, Evergreen Systems Specialist

Bibliomation, Inc. (Waterbury, CT.) is Connecticut’s largest library technology consortium consisting of 81 member libraries. Bibliomation libraries share 4.7 million items and manage resources using the Evergreen open source integrated library system.  The Evergreen Systems Specialist works closely with the Evergreen Systems Manager to manage the Evergreen ILS. This includes troubleshooting software issues by performing log analysis, error debugging, and working directly with member libraries; maintaining the Evergreen SQL database; monitoring system performance; installing and testing new Evergreen software patches and releases; actively participating in the Evergreen open source community. The Evergreen System Specialist recommends or modifies existing system configurations based on member library needs.

Works closely with the Evergreen Systems Manager to manage, troubleshoot and develop the statewide FindIT CT catalog and Interlibrary Loan system. This system is based on Evergreen open source. Works in conjunction with the State Library and Equinox as needed.

Works scheduled Help Desk shift providing support to member libraries resolving a variety of requests. Develops support tools as needed (webinars, documentation).

Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer/ Information Science or related field; A Master of Library Science Degree is preferred as is experience working with an integrated library system; 1-3 years work experience; proficiency with Linux and Windows operating systems; strong relational database experience, including SQL scripting; familiarity with HTML, CSS, Angular, JavaScript, Perl; knowledge of  computer applications; knowledge  and /or experience with networking; strong oral and written communication skills; ability to collaborate in a team environment. Working knowledge and /or experience with software development and version control; experience with open source software projects; familiarity with libraries; exceptional customer oriented service. Strong customer service skills required.

Position: Fulltime, 35 hours per week. Salary: $50,000-$53,000. Bibliomation offers a truly exceptional benefits package. Additional responsibilities listed in full job description. Bibliomation is an EOE.

Additional responsibilities listed in full job description online at: www.biblio.org/jobs. Letter of interest, resume, names of references should be submitted in Word or PDF to: jobs@biblio.org. Please include job title in the Subject field.  Applications will be accepted until November 17, 2023.