Vacature Coordinator team Library Systems

Coordinator team Library Systems in Maastricht

Are you the driving force who, together with an enthusiastic team, ensures that the systems that are crucial for the scientific information provision of the Maastricht University Library function well and continue to develop in this digital age? And do you want to contribute to enabling our students, researchers and teaching staff to continue to make the best possible impact within the academic world? Then read on quickly.

Job Description

“Supporting your academic goals". That is what we do at Maastricht University Library. Providing academic information is our core task to support these goals. A well-functioning library system, websites and other applications and tools are crucial for this.

The digitalization of library services requires smart, scalable and well-integrated systems. Students and employees expect that information relevant to them is always available in a safe, reliable and user-friendly way. That is why we are looking for a connecting and analytical Library Systems Coordinator – someone who brings together technology, user-friendliness and practical needs.

In this role, you are responsible for the development and management of crucial systems, such as the library system, websites and various tools to support research, education and business operations. You work at the intersection of functional requirements, technical feasibility and strategic goals. Together with developers, administrators and stakeholders, you translate user needs into workable solutions and ensure continuous improvement of our digital services. You are the link between technology and practice, and actively contribute to a future-proof, data-driven Library.

What will you do specifically?

• You will fulfil the role of product owner for our library system Worldshare and the associated Worldshare Management System (WMS). You will ensure that the system is well managed and continuously meets the wishes and needs of users (both colleagues within the Library and UM students and employees).
• Maintain contact with suppliers and colleagues at other university libraries to stay informed of the latest developments and identify opportunities, but also to identify issues and work together towards solutions.
• Inventory and analyze malfunctioning or inefficient processes in the digital facilitation of scientific information provision and propose a solution for this.
• Ensure that the library system and related systems comply with security and privacy guidelines. You do this in collaboration with the information manager (also your manager), privacy and security officer.
• Ensure that the information from these systems can be used optimally to support data-driven decisions.
• Provide substantive management to the Library Systems team. This includes: 1.) ensuring coordination between functional management, application management, software development and local IT support; 2.) creating a plan in coordination with the Library’s development agenda and ensuring active contributions from the team to that plan; 3.) coordination of participation of colleagues from the Library Systems team in current and new Library projects; 4.) coordinating ongoing maintenance of the systems managed by Library Systems (SaaS and self-developed) and the infrastructure used by maintaining an overview of systems and applications and the technical infrastructure used.

Requirements

What we are looking for

You are proactive, customer-oriented, have a healthy dose of persuasiveness and are able to translate user needs into technical requirements and vice versa. You are a good listener, know how to involve the right people to find a solution and are able to inspire the team to achieve results together. Furthermore, you have:

• HBO/WO work and thinking level;
• a good command of the Dutch and English language and strong interpersonal skills. Language training can be provided where necessary;
• experience with managing and developing systems;
• strong planning skills;
• affinity and/or experience with scientific information provision.

What we offer

As Coordinator team Library Systems at the Universiteits Bibliotheek, you will be employed by the most international university in the Netherlands, located in the beautiful city of Maastricht. In addition, we offer you:

• Good employment conditions. The position is graded in scale 10 - 11 according to UFO profile Product and Business Manager, function level 2 or 3 with corresponding salary based on experience ranging from €3378,00 and €6209,00 gross per month (based on a full-time employment of 38 hours per week). In addition to the monthly salary, an 8.0% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus apply.
• An employment contract for a period of 12 months with a scope of 0,8 - 1,0 FTE. Upon proven suitability, the employment contract will be converted to an indefinite contract.
• At Maastricht University, the well-being of our employees is of utmost importance, we offer flexible working hours and the possibility to work partly from home if the nature of your position allows it. You will receive a monthly commuting and internet allowance for this. If you work full-time, you will be entitled to 29 vacation days and 4 additional public holidays per year, namely carnival Monday, carnival Tuesday, Good Friday, and Liberation Day. If you choose to accumulate compensation hours, an additional 12 days will be added. Furthermore, you can personalize your employment conditions through a collective labor agreement (CAO) choice model.
• As Maastricht University, we offer various other excellent secondary employment conditions. These include a good pension scheme with the ABP and the opportunity for UM employees to participate in company fitness and make use of the extensive sports facilities that we also offer to our students.
• Last but certainly not least, we provide the space and facilities for your personal and professional development. We facilitate this by offering a wide range of training programs and supporting various well-established initiatives such as 'acknowledge and appreciate'.

The terms of employment at Maastricht University are largely set out in the collective labor agreement of Dutch Universities. In addition, local provisions specific to UM apply. For more information, click here

Maastricht University

Why work at Maastricht University?

At Maastricht University (UM), everything revolves around the future. The future of our students, as we work to equip them with a solid, broad-based foundation for the rest of their lives. And the future of society, as we seek solutions through our research to issues from all around the world. Our six faculties combined provide a comprehensive package of study programmes and research.

In our teaching, we use the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method. Students work in small groups, looking for solutions to problems themselves. By discussing issues and working together to draw conclusions, formulate answers and present them to their peers, students develop essential skills for their future careers.

With over 22,300 students and more than 5,000 employees from all over the world, UM is home to a vibrant and inspiring international community.

Are you drawn to an international setting focused on education, science and scholarship? Are you keen to contribute however your skills and qualities allow? Our door is open to you! As a young European university, we value your talent and look forward to creating the future together.

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University Library

"Supporting your academic goals" is what the University Library stands for.  

We maintain close ties with the academic world and play a crucial role within this community, essential for students, educators, and researchers in the digital transition. We contribute to the UM’s Open Science policy, an initiative to enhance the impact of academic research—by helping to make science and scholarship accessible and transparent.  

The University Library is also continuously evolving, offering our professionals many opportunities to showcase their entrepreneurship and grow alongside. We accomplish this with a highly motivated and collegial team that values everyone's well-being. Will you be part of this team? 

To find out more about the services and information we provide, watch the video or visit our website 

Curious?

Are you interested in this exciting position but still have questions? Feel free to contact Ivo Zelis at

for more information. Do you have any questions regarding the procedure, please contact Doriënne Plum (Recruiter) at

Applying?

Or are you already convinced and ready to become our new coordinator Library Systems? Apply now, no later than 1 June 2025 for this position.

The first interviews preferably take place on Thursday 12 June. The second interviews will preferably be held on Monday 23 June.

The vacancy is open for internal and external candidates. In case of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be prioritized.

Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage you to apply for this position.