Head of Library Systems and Technology

3 weeks ago


Stanford, California, United States Stanford University Full time
Job Title: Head of Library Systems and Technology

Stanford University's Hoover Institution is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead its library systems and technology team. As the Head of Library Systems and Technology, you will be responsible for defining and executing the strategic vision for library systems and technology, ensuring that all technology-based projects adhere to established specifications, standards, and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage all business, technical, and education activities related to library systems and technology.
  • Exercise full management responsibility for a technical group, including recruiting, hiring, training, developing, evaluating, and setting priorities.
  • Ensure work completion within schedule, budgetary, and design constraints; make decisions about analysis, design, and testing; solve complex technical problems; provide alternative methods for achieving goals when necessary.
  • Provide strategic planning for own work group; may assist higher level management in broader scope strategic planning for a large, complex, university-wide function or major initiative.
  • Create procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with university policy and federal and state regulations.
  • Develop and manage budgets for projects or work groups.
  • May oversee or assist in preparation and submission of documentation, such as proposals, progress reports, or other contractual requirements.
  • Monitor technology trends and evaluate emerging technologies for adoption and implementation.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to leverage the university's investments in information technology.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant work experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Detailed understanding of relevant technical knowledge and problem resolution.
  • Strong customer relationship skills, consensus building skills, and ability to establish effective working relationships in a diverse environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Background working in academic libraries, archives, museums, or other similar organizations.
  • Knowledge of digital preservation applications, such as Libsafe, archival content management systems, such as ArchivesSpace and digital asset management software such as TMS.
  • Demonstrated project management ability to employ integration, scope time management, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk, and procurement components.
  • Experience working with complex research materials, such as databases, born digital formats, web archives, and multiple types of media files.
  • Experience with systems deployment and configuration.
  • Ability to coordinate policies and workflows with multiple units and diverse stakeholders.
About Stanford University:

Stanford University is a world-renowned institution of higher education, known for its academic excellence, innovative research, and commitment to social responsibility. As a member of the Stanford community, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including competitive salaries, comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Stanford University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.



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