Kansas City Metropolitan Library & Information Network Members
Description:
A current
organizational priority at TSCPL is the development of a Virtual Branch to
serve library users online.
This Manager will provide vision and leadership in designing,
bringing online, and supporting the Virtual Branch, bringing ideas to the
table with a high “wow, cool, nobody else is doing this!” factor. This Manager will lead a highly
skilled cross-discipline staff in using new technologies to translate
traditional library services into a digital, Library 2.0 format and
provide innovative digital library services to our community, continuing a
TSCPL tradition of exemplary customer service.
Responsibilities:
The Virtual Branch
& Services Manager
·
manages information
systems and technology resources for the Library, providing strategic
direction and oversight for the development and support of information
technology for the Library’s managers, staff and users, including desktop
services, PCs, peripheral equipment, and software; the Library’s network,
Intranet, and Internet services; database resources; and telecommunication
services for all library locations and bookmobiles.
·
oversees the utility,
integrity and security of the Library’s databases and online
resources.
·
addresses the
implementation of wireless applications for internet access.
·
supervises a staff of
professionals, technical, clerical and support staff in providing services
to a customer base that includes TSCPL staff, users, and the community.
Minimum Qualifications:
The ideal
candidate will demonstrate - working
knowledge of current information technology developments and the
ability to anticipate IT trends as they apply to traditional library
services - the ability to
inspire a shared vision and enable the fulfillment of the vision.
- knowledge of effective
supervisory and management practices and principles in a public
library setting and experience supervising public service staff.
Experience should include managing both professional and support
staff and promoting teamwork. - excellent
interpersonal and creative problem-solving skills.
- ability to
adapt in fast-changing environments, willingness to take risks and
consider new and untested approaches. - exceptional
written and oral communication skills in English, including
experience in public speaking. Knowledge of one or more languages in
addition to English is highly desirable. - a
straightforward style of communicating - a sense of
humor and a positive and enthusiastic approach to public service.
- commitment to
intellectual freedom and the Library's mission and goals.
- commitment to
lifelong learning
- knowledge of trends and issues related to digital
library services, programs and collections (including but not
limited to blogs, wikis, online gaming, podcasting, and
RSS).
- extensive experience supervising public library services. A Master’s in Library and
Information Science or Management Information Systems, or an
equivalent combination of education and experience, is
preferred.
- working knowledge of and ability
to manage relevant multi-platform resources, including Internet
resources, PCs and network systems, office and library
applications.
- a passion for working with and serving
people. Experience
providing outreach to community groups, organizations, library users
and potential users is highly desired.
Type:
Exempt FT.
Salary range is $49,432-$61,800/yr., DOE
Instruction:
To be
considered applicants are
required to submit a complete and signed TSCPL job application (found on
the Library website), a cover letter and resume, and a list of 3
professional references to:
Human
Resources
1-785-580-4492
E-mail
to: employ@mail.tscpl.org
The
first review of applications will be after July 10, 2006. Applications will be accepted
until position is filled. A
pre-and/or post-employment drug screen, a criminal history record check,
and a physical capacity test are required as a condition of
employment.
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