The Morgan Library & Museum - New York, NY
posted about 1 month ago
The an Library & Museum is seeking a Database Administrator to oversee and maintain a variety of databases that support museum and library functions. This role is pivotal in ensuring the interoperability of these databases, which include The Museum System (TMS), Voyager (the OPAC), and a digital asset management system, among others. The Database Administrator will work closely with various stakeholders, including curatorial departments and IT staff, to ensure the integrity and functionality of the databases. The position requires a proactive approach to troubleshooting, upgrading, and documenting database procedures, as well as training users and maintaining data quality across systems. In this role, the Database Administrator will manage the TMS, ensuring its integrity and functionality while collaborating with vendors for troubleshooting and upgrades. Responsibilities include configuring user permissions, creating new user accounts, and providing training and support to database users. The administrator will also be involved in the implementation and ongoing management of the Conservation Studio module for TMS, as well as maintaining the integration between TMS and the OPAC database, CORSAIR, to unify collection data across both museum and library systems. Additionally, the Database Administrator will adopt a middleware database to facilitate future data integration and develop a sales/CRM system for the Imaging and Rights department. This role also involves identifying legacy datasets for incorporation into supported systems and developing frameworks for integrating other databases within the organization. The Database Administrator will assist with other database projects in an advisory capacity, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the museum and library's data management practices.