What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Systems Analyst III (Systems Engineer) - Library position at The Seattle Public Library?
Position Description
Invitation to Compete #61-25: Senior Systems Analyst III (Systems Engineer)
Information Technology, Central Library, 1000 4thAve., Seattle, WA 98104
Term-Limited, FLSA non-exempt, full-time, 80 hours per pay period
Salary Range: $63.42 - $77.07 per hour
This is a two year, temporary position that is expected to end on 12/31/2027 with the possibility of an extension.
Anticipated Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office at the Central Library.
The schedule is subject to change based on the Library’s current operational need. A pay period is two weeks in length that starts on Wednesday and ends on Tuesday. This classification is part of a bargaining unit represent by AFSCME.
This position is open the public and to The Seattle Public Library’s employees and will remain open until filled. Please read the How to Apply section of this bulletin for more information. Candidates are asked to submit their application materials in NEOGOV by 5:00 p.m. on December 19, 2025 for first consideration.
Overview
The Seattle Public Library is a dynamic urban library system that consists of the Central Library and 26 branch libraries, and is Seattle's center of information and knowledge and one of the most popular and valued services in the city. Library staff members are highly regarded by the public for their knowledge, quality of service, and caring. Staff members are committed to the Library's organizational values of respect, partnership, engagement, diversity, transparency, and recognition. In particular, they demonstrate respect, engage in partnerships, and are transparent in their communications and intentions. A strategic priority of the Library is to foster an internal culture of innovation which focuses on creativity, engagement, learning, and staff development.
If you share these values and meet the qualifications, the Library invites you to apply for this Systems Engineer position.
Position Summary
The Seattle Public Library seeks a Systems Engineer to serve as a key technical resource for the Integrated Library System (ILS) replacement project and ongoing portfolio support. This role will focus on technical configuration, troubleshooting, development of integrations, and support for complex server-side scripts in a Microsoft-centric environment. The engineer will ensure seamless integration between the new ILS and SPL’s ecosystem of applications and services, while maintaining security, performance, and reliability.
The Systems Engineer will own a piece of SPL’s technical portfolio, including one major enterprise application, several medium-sized applications, and numerous small integration points. This role involves primary and secondary ownership of systems, with rotation over time to ensure cross-training and comprehensive coverage.
Job Responsibilities
System Configuration & Administration
How To Apply
Candidates who meet the qualifications are asked to submit the following items in NEOGOV by 5:00 p.m. on December 19, 2025 for first consideration. This recruitment will be open until the position is filled. Your application will not be considered if these items are missing or incomplete:
Applicants will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. Initial screening will be based on a review of application materials. The employment history detailed in your application materials MUST validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process. The most competitive candidates will be invited to participate in a series of one or more interviews.
Benefits And Salary Information
The full salary range for this position is $63.42 - $77.07 per hour
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans
Information about retirement plans can be found at: https://www.seattle.gov/retirement
Additional Information
If you have questions regarding this bulletin or employment at The Seattle Public Library, please send an email tojob.applications@spl.org. The Library promotes diversity and inclusion in employment. If accommodations are needed during the selection process, please contact us.
Please keep in mind that job offers are contingent on a review of criminal history as well as verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.
Invitation to Compete #61-25: Senior Systems Analyst III (Systems Engineer)
Information Technology, Central Library, 1000 4thAve., Seattle, WA 98104
Term-Limited, FLSA non-exempt, full-time, 80 hours per pay period
Salary Range: $63.42 - $77.07 per hour
This is a two year, temporary position that is expected to end on 12/31/2027 with the possibility of an extension.
Anticipated Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office at the Central Library.
The schedule is subject to change based on the Library’s current operational need. A pay period is two weeks in length that starts on Wednesday and ends on Tuesday. This classification is part of a bargaining unit represent by AFSCME.
This position is open the public and to The Seattle Public Library’s employees and will remain open until filled. Please read the How to Apply section of this bulletin for more information. Candidates are asked to submit their application materials in NEOGOV by 5:00 p.m. on December 19, 2025 for first consideration.
Overview
The Seattle Public Library is a dynamic urban library system that consists of the Central Library and 26 branch libraries, and is Seattle's center of information and knowledge and one of the most popular and valued services in the city. Library staff members are highly regarded by the public for their knowledge, quality of service, and caring. Staff members are committed to the Library's organizational values of respect, partnership, engagement, diversity, transparency, and recognition. In particular, they demonstrate respect, engage in partnerships, and are transparent in their communications and intentions. A strategic priority of the Library is to foster an internal culture of innovation which focuses on creativity, engagement, learning, and staff development.
If you share these values and meet the qualifications, the Library invites you to apply for this Systems Engineer position.
Position Summary
The Seattle Public Library seeks a Systems Engineer to serve as a key technical resource for the Integrated Library System (ILS) replacement project and ongoing portfolio support. This role will focus on technical configuration, troubleshooting, development of integrations, and support for complex server-side scripts in a Microsoft-centric environment. The engineer will ensure seamless integration between the new ILS and SPL’s ecosystem of applications and services, while maintaining security, performance, and reliability.
The Systems Engineer will own a piece of SPL’s technical portfolio, including one major enterprise application, several medium-sized applications, and numerous small integration points. This role involves primary and secondary ownership of systems, with rotation over time to ensure cross-training and comprehensive coverage.
Job Responsibilities
System Configuration & Administration
- Configure and maintain enterprise application environments, including server-side components and application settings.
- Manage operating systems and database environments that support critical business applications.
- Design, develop, and maintain integrations using modern APIs, legacy protocols, and secure authentication methods.
- Implement and troubleshoot interoperability between enterprise systems and external services.
- Develop and maintain scripts for data migration, cleanup, and automation tasks.
- Optimize automation processes for performance and reliability across multiple environments.
- Perform data migration, transformation, and reporting within enterprise database platforms.
- Support secure and efficient data access for reporting and analytics tools.
- Implement and maintain encryption, secure key management, and compliance with industry standards.
- Ensure adherence to organizational cybersecurity and data protection policies.
- Develop and execute test plans for system configurations, integrations, and automation processes.
- Document technical processes and maintain version control for all changes.
- Develop and execute data quality monitoring and remediation processes.
- Maintain service levels that meet or exceed SLAs.
- Support and resolve incidents impacting service levels.
- Complete planned/proactive maintenance and upgrades.
- Serve as technical lead with vendor(s.)
- Partner with vendors and internal teams to resolve technical issues and implement enhancements.
- Provide technical guidance to project teams and staff during implementation and ongoing support.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience and Skills:
- 5 years in systems engineering or similar technical role.
- Strong understanding of commercial off-the-shelf enterprise ecosystems, legacy protocols, and integration patterns.
- Proficiency in at least one coding/scripting language
- Ability to manage migrations and maintain secure, reliable environments.
- Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience with SIP2 integrations and modern ILS platforms (e.g. Polaris, Symphony Web, Evergreen).
- Experience with leveraging C# to integration or automate functions within one or more platforms.
- Knowledge of EZProxy, AMH Sorter, and web services architecture.
- Familiarity with authentication systems and API-based integrations.
- Certifications such as ITIL, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, Database Administrator, Developer, or similar are a plus.
How To Apply
Candidates who meet the qualifications are asked to submit the following items in NEOGOV by 5:00 p.m. on December 19, 2025 for first consideration. This recruitment will be open until the position is filled. Your application will not be considered if these items are missing or incomplete:
- NEOGOV online application
- A cover letter that describes how your experience and skills align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications. Please let us know why you are interested in this position.
- Current resume that summarizes relevant education, professional experience, training and skills.
Applicants will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. Initial screening will be based on a review of application materials. The employment history detailed in your application materials MUST validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process. The most competitive candidates will be invited to participate in a series of one or more interviews.
Benefits And Salary Information
The full salary range for this position is $63.42 - $77.07 per hour
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans
Information about retirement plans can be found at: https://www.seattle.gov/retirement
Additional Information
If you have questions regarding this bulletin or employment at The Seattle Public Library, please send an email tojob.applications@spl.org. The Library promotes diversity and inclusion in employment. If accommodations are needed during the selection process, please contact us.
Please keep in mind that job offers are contingent on a review of criminal history as well as verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.
Salary : $63 - $77