Integrated Library System Project Manager (Time Limited)

University of North Carolina • Wilmington, NC

393d • $70,357 - $78,175

About The Position

The Integrated Library System (ILS) Project Manager at the University of North Carolina Wilmington will oversee the transition from Innovative Interface's Sierra ILS to Ex Libris' Alma Integrated Library Platform. This pivotal role involves acting as both the technical lead and project manager for a team from various library units, ensuring effective communication and coordination among stakeholders. The position is time-limited with the potential for renewal based on funding and departmental needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 3+ years of project management experience.
• Experience in ILS administration and familiarity with ILS administration best practices and tasks.
• Experience with project management best practices and methodologies.
• Ability to effectively plan and manage complex projects.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Innovative Interface's Sierra and/or Ex Libris' Alma.
• Understanding of discovery layers and common library system integrations.
• Prior ILS migration experience.
• Ability to design and implement training activities.
• Excellent organizational skills and precise attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task and handle communication across stakeholder groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead the migration of the Integrated Library System (ILS) from Sierra to Alma by developing and executing a comprehensive project plan, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Coordinate and communicate with stakeholders, including library staff, faculty, and campus ITS.
• Serve as the primary contact and liaison within the larger UNC system, working with other UNC schools and the ILS vendors (Innovative Interfaces and Ex Libris).
• Partner with various associate directors and the library ILS Migration project team to plan, coordinate, and monitor all project activities.
• Create strong lines of communication with library units, cultivating an environment of open feedback to ensure project requirements are aligned with library employees' needs and expectations.
• Proactively monitor system performance throughout testing, migration, implementation, and post-implementation phases, collaborating with Library ITDS, Campus ITS, and system vendors as needed.
• Determine requirements for thorough testing of ILS functionality during migration and implementation phases.
• Work with the ILS Migration project team to determine optimal workflows and functionality and implement local system configurations accordingly.
• Participate in UNC System governance and represent UNCW Library's requirements as it relates to consortium configurations.
• Design documentation standards for ILS related policies, procedures, and configurations, assisting with initial documentation activities throughout the life of the project.
• Develop training and communication plans.
• Lead training activities for library employees.
• Address issues related to library systems and applications, monitor and respond to support tickets, and maintain clear communication with all stakeholders regarding project status, issues, and updates.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition waiver program for up to three courses per academic year
• Free membership to the Campus Recreation Center
• Paid community service leave time
• Paid vacation and sick leave accrual
• Family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service
• Training and development programs through Dare to Learn Academy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees