[OPLINLIST] Job Posting: The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County

[Darcie Sanabria]

The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) is accepting resumes for a full-time Technology Director for the Information Technology Department. The Technology Director is responsible for providing visionary leadership and management to the IT department, including guidance and oversight of Library circulation and information systems and communication technologies that support and align with the strategic plan and goals of the Library. The Director will oversee the stability and efficient operations of the Library's network and technology infrastructure.

The position will provide leadership to the staff of the IT department and the Library system as a whole in the area of technology.  They will anticipate and recommend opportunities where information technology can advance the Library's capabilities and be utilized to provide a competitive advantage. The Director will develop and execute a technology plan within the context of the overall Library business strategy and work closely with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization.


Required Qualifications:

*         Masters Degree in Library Science strongly preferred; a Masters degree in Computer Science or a technical field may also be accepted with additional experience in a public library setting.

*         Minimum 6 years professional experience in progressively responsible positions, at least three of which have been in a senior level administrative and/or supervisory position, preferably relates to circulation and/ or technology.

*         Knowledge of ILS systems and general public library circulation procedures as well as a strong understanding of public library technology and network infrastructure

*         Strong technology skills and understanding of technology trends.

*         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; willingness to spend time on communication with team members.

*         Excellent critical thinking and ability to use independent judgment and discretion with respect to significant matters

*         Demonstrated ability to lead and manage both projects and people.


Starting annual salary range is $56,200 (negotiable with experience) with an excellent fringe benefit package which includes pension plan with the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
Please send cover letter, resume, along with salary history and requirements to:
Employment at libraryvisit.org<mailto:Employment at libraryvisit.org>
OR
Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County
Attn:  Human Resource Assistant
305 Wick Ave.
Youngstown, OH  44503


Darcie Sanabria
Human Resource Assistant
The Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County
305 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44503
330-744-8636 Ext 51641
Fax: 330-744-2258

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