Overview

Systems Librarianship: A Practical Guide for Librarians offers new systems librarians and interested LIS students foundational knowledge about the field of systems librarianship as well as practical information and strategies for common projects like migrating a library system and technology planning. With up-to-date information based on a survey of 200 practicing systems librarians, the current professional literature, and on-the-job experience, this practical guide covers everything a new systems librarian should know in order to succeed in this field. The first half of the book covers background information about the systems librarian position, hiring trends and job searching tips, as well as essential knowledge on library systems like the ILS, content management systems, and emerging technology. The second half of the book provides how-to information for some of the most common and often daunting projects a new systems librarian might be expected to take on, including systems migration, website redesign, technology planning, and project management. Also included are where to find useful resources and support from the library community, such as pertinent listservs, professional associations, conferences, and journals, blogs, and other professional content. Finally, the book features informational interviews with over a dozen systems librarians working in a variety of library types across the professional spectrum, offering their experienced takes and advice on libraries, technology, and the profession. While new systems librarians can often feel overwhelmed and underprepared for their first professional position, this book will serve as a useful resource for navigating the ins and outs of this dynamic and challenging field.

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Author:   Brighid M. Gonzales
Publisher:   Rowman & Littlefield
Imprint:   Rowman & Littlefield
Volume:   68
Dimensions:   Width: 21.80cm , Height: 1.20cm , Length: 28.20cm
Weight:   0.508kg
ISBN:  

9781538107133

ISBN 10:   1538107139
Pages:   182
Publication Date:   12 June 2020
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Table of Contents List of Figures List of Tables Preface Chapter 1: What is a Systems Librarian? Interview with a Systems Librarian: Thomas C. Wilson, Associate Dean for Research and Technology, University of Alabama Chapter 2: Hiring Trends in Systems Librarianship Interview with a Systems Librarian: Vanessa Walden, ILS Administrator, Peninsula Library System Chapter 3: The Integrated Library System Interview with a Systems Librarian: Morgan Mullins, Art & Technology Specialist, Rowan County Public Library Chapter 4: Content Management Systems Interview with a Systems Librarian: Mike Cendejas, Discovery & Access Systems Librarian, Scripps Research Chapter 5: Electronic Resources Management Interview with a Systems Librarian: Robert Wilson, Systems Librarian, Middle Tennessee State University Chapter 6: Other Relevant Current Technology Interview with a Systems Librarian: John Felts, Head of Library Technology and Systems, Coastal Carolina University Chapter 7: Emerging Technology Interview with a Systems Librarian: Marie Martino, Systems & Catalog Services Librarian, Moraine Valley Library Chapter 8: Mindsets and Skillsets Interview with a Systems Librarian: Liam Whalen, Systems Librarian/Analyst, Newfoundland & Labrador Public Libraries Chapter 9: Technology Planning and Implementation Interview with a Systems Librarian: Elizabeth Blackwood, Digital Assets Librarian, Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens Chapter 10: Leading a Systems Migration Project Interview with a Systems Librarian: Leigh Duncan, Head of Library Technology Services, Wright State University Chapter 11: Leading a Website Redesign Project Interview with a Systems Librarian: Vickie Kline, Systems Librarian, York College of PA Chapter 12: Help and Support Interview with a Systems Librarian: Patsy Yang, Digital Services Librarian, Gateway Seminary Interview with a Systems Librarian: Michelle Henley, Discovery Services Manager, Ohio State University Libraries Appendix A: Systems Librarian Survey Results Summary Bibliography

Reviews

A great resource for library students, entry-level professionals, or those already in libraries who suddenly find themselves in a technical position, for understanding the library systems specialty, what kinds of systems you will be working with, how to skill up, get a job, and continue learning. The interviews with systems librarians provide invaluable personal insights into the work and what it takes to do it well.--Roy Tennant, author, Managing the Digital Library Systems Librarianship: A Practical Guide for Librarians truly lives up to its title. Those considering a career focusing on technology in libraries will benefit from this new work which includes practical narrative content addressing a wide range of relevant topics. These high-level overviews of the key technology platforms used in libraries and processes such as project management, system procurement, and implementation give a good introduction to the profession and are accessible to non-technical readers. The author taps into the expertise of practitioners already in the field through interviews interspersed throughout the book, capturing interesting insights from seasoned professionals as well as early-career systems librarians. Author Brighid M. Gonzales packs a lot of information and insight into this new addition to the Practical Guide for Librarians series.--Marshall Breeding, independent consultant and founder of Library Technology Guides

Author Information

Brighid M. Gonzales earned her MLIS in 2014 from San Jose State University and has been working as the Systems and Web Services Librarian (Assistant Professor) at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, TX since the fall of 2014. She is interested in the web, systems, technology, coding, and UX, and has published a number of articles and book chapters on these and other related topics.

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