{"id":7029,"date":"2026-06-25T13:25:46","date_gmt":"2026-06-25T17:25:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=7029"},"modified":"2026-06-25T13:26:20","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T17:26:20","slug":"stratford-public-library-stratford-on-16-systems-librarian","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/job\/stratford-public-library-stratford-on-16-systems-librarian\/","title":{"rendered":"Systems Librarian"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Job Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As a member of the Administration Team, the <strong>Systems Librarian<\/strong> is responsible for overseeing the technological resources of the Library and the Perth County Information Network. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the seamless functioning of the Library\u2019s technical infrastructure, coordinating with stakeholders, enhancing user experience, and supporting the provision of accessible services to the community.<\/p>\n<p>The Systems Librarian thinks creatively &amp; troubleshoots problems at an advanced level. They have a solid understanding of the Library\u2019s IT requirements, servicing both internal and external customers. They are adept at managing competing, urgent priorities &amp; adopting service improvement solutions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Manages the Integrated Library System and associated systems for the Perth County Information Network libraries<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Support the administration configuration, and maintenance of the ILS (SirsiDynix\u2019s Horizon) and ILS-adjacent systems, including the online catalogue, self-service technologies, and OPACs.<\/li>\n<li>Liaise with internal stakeholders, external partners, and vendors to resolve issues, improve access and functionality, and extract and analyze information from our Information Systems.<\/li>\n<li>Act as technical liaison with member libraries and board of the Perth County Information Network (PCIN). Provide site visits and attend meetings as necessary.<\/li>\n<li>Prepare statistical and data-based reports and analysis for diverse internal and external audiences.<\/li>\n<li>Provide training and orientation on ILS systems, website and analytical platforms.<\/li>\n<li>Performs Drupal website maintenance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Manage the Information Technology components of SPL Operations<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Provide troubleshooting and technical support on computers, peripherals, devices, and software.<\/li>\n<li>Develop documentation, workflows and learning supports, facilitating knowledge transfer and business continuity.<\/li>\n<li>In collaboration with the network contractor, ensure the stability, security and scalability of all technology-based systems for staff and the public.<\/li>\n<li>In collaboration with the network contractor, plan, propose, implement, manage and evaluate technology solutions including network and server infrastructure, computing software<br \/>licensing, security, email services, file storage and backups, telephone infrastructure, peripherals, business continuity and disaster recovery.<\/li>\n<li>Manage the website infrastructure, currently Drupal.<\/li>\n<li>Assist in the planning, development and ongoing management of a new organizational website.<\/li>\n<li>Respond to trends, practices, innovations and new technologies which enhance the quality and efficiency of library services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Supervisor of the Technical Services Department<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Manage the activities and the staff responsible for cataloguing and InterLibrary Loan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Customer Service<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Resolves customer service issues and empowers public service staff to do the same.<\/li>\n<li>Assumes responsibility for maintaining the safety and comfort of the Library; reports issues and incidents to the appropriate personnel.<\/li>\n<li>Participates in library committees, external committees\/associations, and other work groups to achieve the goals of the Library. Regularly participates in training opportunities and maintains awareness of developments in the field. Shares developments with colleagues when relevant; suggests and incorporates new ideas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Skills and Abilities Required<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and team skills to support the organizational vision and mission of the library<\/li>\n<li>Able to establish, maintain, and promote healthy working relationships with people at all levels inside and outside the library<\/li>\n<li>Strong verbal, written communication skills including negotiation skills; report writing and presentation skills<\/li>\n<li>Proven project management, planning and change management skills<\/li>\n<li>Strong problem identification, troubleshooting and problem resolution skills<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrated advanced technical knowledge, including competencies in a wide range of technology applications as they apply to library and information services including:\u00a0 \u00a0Integrated library systems; familiarity with SirsiDynix Horizon, BlueCloud Analytics and BiblioCommons is an asset; PC Software, infrastructure, and hardware technology, including networks, servers, DHCP, DNSH, Microsoft 365;\u00a0 Security, back-ups, business continuity;\u00a0 Internet and online applications<\/li>\n<li>Strong understanding of technical services standards and processes including collections management, cataloguing, processing, authority control and interlibrary loan<\/li>\n<li>Valid \u201cG\u201d Driver\u2019s License and reliable access to a vehicle<\/li>\n<li>A police check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening, is required and is a condition of employment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Formal Qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An MLIS degree from an accredited library school or equivalent combination of education and experience<\/li>\n<li>Three years\u2019 experience in public libraries and systems, including proven supervisory and management experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Compensation:\u00a0 $49.35 per hour<\/p>\n<p><strong>How To Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Send a cover letter and current resume to Human Resources via resumes@splibrary.ca <strong>by Monday July 20, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Please quote Systems Librarian position in the subject line.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"Stratford, ON","_application":"https:\/\/splibrary.ca\/jobs","_company_name":"Stratford Public Library","_company_website":"https:\/\/splibrary.ca\/","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job-categories":[13],"job-types":[16],"class_list":["post-7029","job_listing","type-job_listing","status-publish","hentry","job-type-paid"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/7029","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7029"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-categories?post=7029"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobweb.fims.uwo.ca\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=7029"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}