POSITION: Information Technology Director

LOCATION: The Library Center – 4653 S Campbell Avenue – Springfield, MO

DUTIES: See attached job description for essential duties and qualifications

SALARY: Starting salary $83,200.00 – commensurate with experience

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled

This is a full-time position, approximately 40 hours per week. Candidates must be available primarily Monday through Friday between 8:00am and 5:00pm. Emergency and on call hours outside regular working hours will be required. As a condition of employment, work schedules may change as necessary to best provide user services and to meet the Library’s responsibility to the citizens of Greene County.

This position requires a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Information Technology or an MLIS specializing in Technology. To be considered for this position TRANSCRIPTS MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION. All candidates for employment must be at least 16 years old.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment

Applications may be found online at http://thelibrary.org/libjob/libjobs.cfm then follow the link provided for this Job Posting

Complete application and submit transcript through our online application process.

Direct questions through e-mail to humanresources@thelibrary.org or call 417-616-0589 Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm.

Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Current library employees desiring consideration must:

have received a satisfactory performance rating on their last performance evaluation
currently be performing their duties at a satisfactory level
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Job Description

Position: Information Technology Director

Classification: Administration I

Salary: Starting salary $83,200.00 – commensurate with experience

FLSA Status: Exempt

Essential Functions

Manages the Library’s information systems needs including computer and telecommunications systems and support, network infrastructure, computer and other security systems, support and maintenance for hardware and software, acquisition and implementation of new systems and systems training
Responsible for data storage and back-up, data security, disaster recovery and documentation
Ensures compliance with all related laws and regulations
Maintains staff e-mail service, library website, internet filtering and wireless access
Assumes supervisory responsibility for the IT department including the Web Development and Technical/Help Desk teams setting and chairing regular department meetings
Provides focus on the user environment for all technologies deployed by the Library, both internally and externally, assessing sustainability and efficiency
Prepares, oversees and monitors the IT budget including oversight of inventory and replacement schedules for the district, ensuring that all established procedures are followed
Works closely with the Integrated Library System Department and manages the hardware associated with the Library ILS
Develops and implements technology standards and procedures for the department
Suggests policies and policy revisions on IT related issues in accordance with industry best practices
Serves on the Executive Director’s administrative team and represents the library at meetings as assigned
Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual departmental and statistical reports, as well as any other reports as requested by the Director
Exercises professional responsibility by attending conferences and workshops and reading professional literature to keep abreast of trends and best practices within the field of technology
Assumes a leadership role in promoting communications and positive working conditions with peers, subordinates, and supervisors
Maintains positive and proactive customer service behaviors at all times and encourages all staff to do the same
Interprets and implements the Library’s General Conduct Policy
Timeliness: The employee must be punctual and timely in arriving to work and completing tasks. The employee must also be capable of working all of the hours in their assigned shift.
Ability to work with others and the general public: It is essential that individual who works in this position have the ability to work and interact in a cooperative, pleasant, and constructive manner with others.
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; employee may be required to perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Library.

Skills/Job Knowledge

Extensive experience with network administration, website administration, cyber security principles, disaster recovery, and project management
Familiar with Microsoft Active Directory, Google Workspace, SQL and common web design languages
Extensive experience with Microsoft desktop and server products and network architecture
Knowledge of library-related technology including software for time and print management, automation, and security and filtering systems.
Demonstrated ability to use office productivity software
Can define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Must be knowledgeable about and able to make decisions dealing with library security, emergency procedures and conflict resolution
Excellent, verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills including the ability to translate technical information to a nontechnical audience
Ability to exercise initiative, independent judgment and work productively with minimal supervision
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to delegate appropriately
Has a positive service attitude and the ability to deal effectively with the public and staff in a tactful, courteous manner

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

OR Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science, specializing in technology,

from an ALA accredited library school

Minimum of 5 years’ experience with increasing responsibilities for management

and support of information systems and information technology

Direct supervisory experience required

Contact

Works closely with other branch staff and department personnel
Routine telephone and email contact with other departments and branches
Contact with patrons and vendors

Supervision

Supervised by the Executive Director
Supervises the IT Staff

Physical Demands

Performs bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing ladders, and reaching from floor level to 6 feet in height
Displays good coordination and mobility
Routine lifting of materials/equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. and exerting force occasionally up to 50 pounds
Regular computer keyboard, desk work
May walk or stand for significant periods of time

Working Environment

Primarily indoors with heating and cooling regulated in a general library environment
Occasional outdoor work may be subject to a variety of extreme weather conditions
Occasional driving of a Library or personal vehicle

Miscellaneous Requirement

Must pass a security background check

Must have a valid Class E driver license, current insurance and safe driving