IT Operations Manager | IT-Operations-Manager:in

Friedrich-Schiller Universität Jena Land Thüringen

Jena, Thüringen, Deutschland
Published Jan 20, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is based at the Thuringian University and State Library (ThULB) in Jena, focusing on the administration and maintenance of critical library IT systems. The IT Operations Manager will be responsible for administering, configuring, and supporting library systems, including FOLIO, Koha, and LBS4, while participating in relevant working groups. Key daily activities involve managing the virtual server environment (Proxmox, Docker), maintaining Linux servers, and developing connectivity to directory services like LDAP and Codex Metadirectory. The position requires strong technical skills in software development (Java, JavaScript, PHP) and database management (PostgreSQL). The manager will also oversee IT infrastructure monitoring, maintain disaster recovery plans, and provide staff training on IT security, ensuring the continuous, reliable operation of the library's extensive digital resources.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in an IT-related field or comparable vocational training

Experience

  • Successful completion of an IT-related degree or comparable vocational training with sufficient professional experience
  • Very good knowledge in software development
  • Very good knowledge of database management systems and directory services
  • Very good knowledge of network technology, virtualization infrastructure, and operating systems
  • Experience in application support and library systems (ideal)
  • Foundational knowledge of librarianship (ideal)

Languages

German (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Full-time position (40 hours per week) starting April 1, 2026. Unrestricted contract duration.