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Position Announcement
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Tracy Seitz)
Wed Jul 19 20:32:14 2006
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Date: Wed, 19 Jul 2006 08:52:20 -0500
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Information Technology Management Position Posting
Virtual Branch & Services Manager
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Topeka, KS
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.
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.
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Required 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
- 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).
- the ability to inspire a shared vision and enable the fulfillment of
the vision.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
Applications accepted until position is filled.
For more information or to apply, visit
http://www.tscpl.org/Information/employEnd of list
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Tracy Seitz, PHR
Human Resource Professional
Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library
1515 SW 10th Avenue
Topeka, KS 66604
785-580-4492
http://www.tscpl.org <http://www.tscpl.org/>
