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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'>North Canton Public Library<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'>Job Posting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'>Head of Technology and Reference Services<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The North Canton Public Library is looking for a dynamic, innovative, customer-service driven manager to provide support, leadership, and oversight to the Library’s technology and reference services. The successful applicant must be enthusiastic and public-service focused with excellent management skills and an expertise in technology, specifically as it relates to public libraries. The Head of Technology and Reference Services is part of a team that establishes and monitors objectives towards the achievement of the Library’s vision. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Job Title:</b> Head of Technology and Reference Services <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Hours:</b> Full Time (40 hours per week), including evening and weekend hours <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Minimum of Salary Range:</b> $40,000 plus full benefits; salary range commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Job Responsibilities:</b> The North Canton Public Library’s Head of Technology and Reference Services will be responsible for managing the Library’s technology as it relates to customer service as well as managing its Reference Services Department that oversees adult, teen, and technology programming. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Duties include but are not limited to: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Demonstrates outstanding customer service, integrity, and commitment to innovative technology <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Participates in the hiring, training, and evaluating of reference staff; ensures that staff perform duties according to established procedures <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Analyzes community information needs, identifies trends in information delivery, and designs programs and services to provide optimum service to Library users <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of Library services and reference programs; makes adjustments as necessary to assure the delivery of the highest quality of service <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Selects, purchases, and maintains electronic databases <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Evaluates, purchases, and maintains Library hardware and software and all related items; acts as a liaison with outside technology vendor to coordinate installation and repair of said systems <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Oversees automation of Library administrative functions <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Develops technology assessments based on customer, Library, and staff needs <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Retains software and database licenses as well as service contracts for all network-related equipment; coordinates with outside technology vendor to ensure the efficiency and operational functions of each <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Works with the Director to formulate policies related to technology, adult, and reference services and interprets and assures the implementation of policy <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Education:</b> Master of Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Qualifications:</b> Knowledge of emerging technology, integrated library systems (specifically Polaris), reference services, collection development, supervision, planning, and administration. Previous management or supervisory experience strongly preferred. A strong familiarity with a wide range of computer systems and various technologies required. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Deadline:</b> Applications will be accepted through July 31. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Andrea Legg, Director<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>alegg@northcantonlibrary.org <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Detailed job description available upon request. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>---<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='color:#1F4E79'>Andrea Legg<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='color:#1F4E79'>Director<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F4E79'>North Canton Public Library<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F4E79'>185 North Main Street | North Canton, OH 44720<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='color:#1F4E79'>w:</span></b><span style='color:#1F4E79'> </span><span style='color:#1F3864'><a href="http://www.ncantonlibrary.com"><span style='color:#1F3864;text-decoration:none'>www.ncantonlibrary.com</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='color:#1F3864'>m:</span></b><span style='color:#1F3864'> 330.546.3064 | <b>p:</b> 330.499.4712 x 315<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></body></html>