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    "description": "<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">WHITMAN COLLEGE</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34)\"><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Located in the historic community of</span> </span><a href=\"http://www.wallawalla.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Walla Walla</a><span style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34)\"><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\">, Whitman’s vibrant and beautiful tree-lined campus is home to an intellectually diverse, dynamic, welcoming and supportive community of some 500 staff and faculty serving approximately 1,500 students from the local region and across the globe. With exceptional students, accomplished faculty and staff, and a fiercely loyal and growing number of engaged alumni, Whitman College continues to build on its national reputation for academic excellence as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country. </span> </span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><a href=\"http://whitman.edu/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Whitman College</a><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\"> is cultivating a community built on inclusion and belonging. We recognize the value of those who can offer historically underrepresented perspectives and encourage applications from those whose background, knowledge, and insights from lived experience can add to the college’s working and learning environment. Whitman College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EEO).</span></span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">POSITION PURPOSE</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">The Systems Librarian  leads the development and support of technology solutions that advance the Library’s mission, ensuring systems and digital resources effectively support research, teaching, and learning. The Systems Librarian collaborates with campus IT and serves as the library's representative to the Orbis Cascade Alliance. This position plays a key role in fostering an inclusive library environment by leveraging technology to enhance accessibility, ensure equitable access to resources, and support the diverse needs of Whitman College's community. This position reports to the College Librarian and participates in library planning and decision-making.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Technology &amp; Systems Administration (50%)</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Administer, maintain, and support technologies that advance library services and enhance research, teaching, and learning. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Oversee the library website, implement new software/tools/applications, and provide technical support for the Alma/Primo Integrated Library System (ILS), interlibrary loan services, resource sharing, library instruction, and digital projects.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Manage library systems, troubleshoot issues, upgrade applications, and maintain technology.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot library systems (e.g., ILS, OCLC platforms, ILLiad) and evaluate emerging technologies for library services.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Collaborate with the Digital Services Team to maintain the institutional repository and other digital platforms.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Develop and maintain documentation for library systems, manage technology replacement schedules, and document system implementation decisions.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Collaboration &amp; Communication (20%)</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Collaborate with library and campus staff to improve resource access, borrowing, and research workflows.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Partner with Campus IT (WCTS) to implement technical solutions supporting library operations.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Serve as the primary contact for library systems vendors and providers, including Ex Libris, OCLC, Orbis Cascade Alliance, Springshare, Third Iron, and other local vendors.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Work with stakeholders, WCTS, and Orbis Cascade Alliance members to achieve shared goals and support equitable access to resources.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Communicate effectively, assess issues, propose solutions, and ensure project success.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); 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font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Enhance website accessibility and ensure ADA compliance.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Professional Development &amp; Other Responsibilities (5%)</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Engage in professional associations and development activities aligned with the library’s mission.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Perform additional responsibilities as assigned in alignment with college priorities.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS &amp; ABILITIES</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Must be able to explain and/or demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Specifically,</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"> Knowledge of library systems and technologies, including integrated library systems, discovery platforms, and related applications used to support access to information resources.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Ability to positively and actively contribute to the college’s core values of diversity, equity, inclusion, antiracism and access. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Ability to configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and support library technologies and digital platforms.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"> Familiarity with web technologies, content management systems, and web accessibility principles.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; 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font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS &amp; ABILITIES</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"> Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and data privacy practices.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"> Familiarity with metadata standards and protocols, including MARC 21 and Dublin Core.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"> Awareness of emerging technologies and trends affecting academic libraries.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Interest in developing additional technical skills and adapting to evolving technologies.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\"><br>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); 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font-size: 12pt\">OR a combination of relevant education, training, and experience. </span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Whitman College values diverse pathways to acquiring skills and knowledge and encourages applicants to demonstrate how their background aligns with the role.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"> Experience with library systems and services such as Alma/Primo, OCLC platforms, ILLiad, Springshare products, BrowZine/LibKey, or comparable systems and technologies. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Experience maintaining websites using content management systems such as WordPress or Drupal.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); 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If you meet the minimum qualifications and have passion for the work, you are encouraged to apply. </span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">BENEFITS </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Whitman College offers a competitive benefits program that is designed to attract qualified candidates and retain talented employees. Benefit offerings and eligibility described reflect current offerings and may be subject to change in accordance with College policies and plan documents. Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/faculty-and-staff/staff-handbook/benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Medical/Dental/Vision</a> <span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Insurances.</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Basic <a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/faculty-and-staff/staff-handbook/benefits#life\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">life</a>, <a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/faculty-and-staff/staff-handbook/benefits#accidental\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">accidental death and dismemberment</a> <span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\">and </span><a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/faculty-and-staff/staff-handbook/benefits#long\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">long term disability</a> <span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\">insurances with the capability to elect additional voluntary coverage.</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan</a> <span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\">with a matching contribution after</span> <a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">eligibility requirements</a> ar<span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\">e met.</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Paid Time Off:</span> <a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/faculty-and-staff/staff-handbook/benefits#vacation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">20 accrued vacation days</a>, <a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/faculty-and-staff/staff-handbook/benefits#sick\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">12 accrued sick days</a>, <a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/faculty-and-staff/staff-handbook/benefits#holidays\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">13 paid holidays</a>.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/faculty-and-staff/staff-handbook/benefits#tuition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tuition Remission – Dependent Children</a></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Employee</span><a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/faculty-and-staff/staff-handbook/benefits#tuition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\"> </span>tuition waiver</a> <span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\">for two Whitman courses per semester.</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/benefits/eap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Employee Assistance Program</a></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Relocation assistance for eligible employees. </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Learn more about benefits eligibility </span><a href=\"https://www.whitman.edu/human-resources/benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here</a>. </span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR JOB CANDIDATES</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Contact Human Resources regarding requests for disability accommodation in the employment application process.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">APPLICATION REVIEW</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">Application review will begin on July 20, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. </span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">START DATE</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt\">October 2026 </span><br></p>",
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