Library Technology Manager

Description

Expected hiring range is $77,000 to $90,000 annually.

Lee County Library System seeks a self-motivated professional with a strongbackground in information technology project management and library system development as well as teamwork and leadership skills.

This position directs the Library Department's technology operations ensuring that library technology is supported and maintained. The Library Technology Manager develops policies and procedures and supports activities to ensure that access to the full range of library technology and resources is available for public use and staff operation. This position is based in the Library Administration office and reports directly to the Manager of Internal Services.

The Community:

Southwest Florida's Lee County is a growing, dynamic region, ideally situated along Interstate 75, just two hours from Tampa and Miami. Covering approximately 811 square miles, the county is home to over 800,000 residents. More and more families and businesses are choosing Lee County to call home. From sparkling white sandy beaches and lush golf courses to an exciting sports and outdoor recreation scene, Lee County's nationally recognized public school system, low crime rates, and exceptional quality of life make it a great place to live, work, and raise a family. For more information, go to https://www.visitfortmyers.com.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the Library Management team to develop plans and goals for technology in support of library services.

• MakerecommendationstotheLibraryManagementteamregardingthetechnologybudget and expenditures.

• Prioritizeactivitiesandprovidestatisticalanalysisrelatedtolibrarytechnologytrendsand envision enhancements and improvements for public and staff use.

• Initiateandmanagecomplexprojectsinsupportoflibraryservices.

• EstablishastrongworkingrelationshipandcollaborativepartnershipwiththeCounty's Technology Department

• Plan training related to new or enhanced technology for library staff. Provide technical assistance, training, mentoring, and/or work direction related to library technology

• Evaluate library technology-related services and operations based on staff and customer input and create procedures to improve operations.

• Developandevaluateequipmentmaintenance, refresh, andupgradeplans.

• Definereportingrequirementsandensurethatappropriatestatisticsarebeinggathered.

• Workwithlibrarytechnologyvendorsandsuperviseacquisitionsforlibrarytechnology.

• Lead and serve on technology-related committees and action teams within the library as well as the county.

Education, Experience, Licensing

• Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to: graduation from an accredited four-year university or college with a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Public Administration, or Business Administration or related, and two years of related work experience.

• Prefertwo years'experienceworkingwithLibraryTechnology.

• Possessionofavaliddriver'slicensewithanacceptabledrivingrecordisrequired.

• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 35 pounds. Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.

• The County may require employees to make a temporary, or long-term, permanent transfer to another library location to accommodate the organization's business needs.

Supplemental Information

• Ability to evaluate products and services based on service enhancement and cost-effectiveness.

• Strongleadership,decision-making,andcommunicationskills.

• Excellentorganizationalskills,includingprojectmanagement.

• Abilitytocoordinatetheworkoflibrarysupportstaff.

• Strong written and oral interpersonal communication skills.

• Workdays and hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an Emergency as needed. During an Emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.