<div>This announcement is being posted to multiple email lists and web sites. Apologies for any duplication.</div><div><br></div><div>TITLE: Technology Specialist</div><div><br></div><div>SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:</div>
<div><br></div><div>* Develop and maintain the web presences for the OPAL consortium (a group of 24 academic libraries in Ohio), including the OPAL catalog interface for the shared Innovative Interfaces system and the OPAL public website.</div>
<div><br></div><div>* Assist in the support and administration of OHIONET-managed library systems, including the OPAL shared Innovative Interfaces system, the OHNT2/OSLS shared Innovative Interfaces system, OHIONET-managed proxy servers.</div>
<div><br></div><div>* Assist in the identification, investigation, development and implementation of other technology-related services and solutions that support needs of OHIONET member libraries and groups.</div><div><br>
</div><div>SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:</div><div><br></div><div>1.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Provide technical support via email, telephone and fax to individuals with varying levels of technical expertise.</div>
<div>2.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Provide system-related training to OPAL library staff in their use of the Innovative Interfaces Millennium system and other OPAL systems.</div><div>3.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Utilize programming, technical and troubleshooting skills in operating hardware and software employed by the OPAL consortium.</div>
<div>4.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Employ principles of web usability and design skills to develop and maintain the OPAL web site and catalog interface.</div><div>5.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Assist in the administration of software applications and other components of OHIONET-managed systems, including Innovative Millennium application, EZProxy and other systems.</div>
<div>6.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Coordinate system service, maintenance and/or replacement with other OHIONET staff, OHIONET libraries, vendor representatives and consultants.</div><div>7.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Prepare complete and accurate documentation to support OHIONET systems and projects.</div>
<div>8.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Prepare and deliver training sessions covering relevant topics and delivered both online, via synchronous and asynchronous methods, and in-person.</div><div>9.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Participate in after-hours and weekend on-call support rotation.</div>
<div>10.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Serve as backup for other departmental staff when applicable.</div><div>11.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Travel as needed to support OHIONET projects.</div>
<div>12.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Attend meetings based on the needs of OHIONET projects.</div><div>13.<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Perform other duties, as assigned.</div><div><br>
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<div>DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:</div><div><br></div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Current web authoring technologies (HTML/HTML5, CSS, etc.)</div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Scripting/programming language basics (variables, program control structures, etc. for current languages)</div>
<div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL or similar)</div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Design, usability/UX, accessibility</div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Content management systems/platforms (WordPress, Drupal or similar)</div>
<div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Library-specific knowledge:</div><div><br></div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Current technology trends and issues and implications for libraries</div>
<div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Library systems (ILS, discovery systems, link resolvers, services and applications; Millennium ILS preferred)</div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Library metadata standards and structures (MARC21/MARCXML or other current metadata standards)</div>
<div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Library web applications</div><div><br></div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Basic technology-related troubleshooting skills</div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Strong public or customer service skills</div>
<div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Demonstrated problem-solving skills</div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Excellent written and oral communication skills</div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Project coordination and management skills</div>
<div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Prioritization among multiple projects</div><div><br></div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Learn independently or as part of a group</div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Assess both explicit and unstated needs</div>
<div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Work independently and without constant supervision</div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Identify problems or needs, investigate multiple solutions and recommend appropriate resolution</div>
<div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Explain technical issues or provide technical instruction to individuals with diverse technological proficiency</div><div><br></div><div>EDUCATION:</div><div><br></div>
<div>Bachelor's degree, other relevant degree or equivalent work experience required.</div><div><br></div><div><div>ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:</div><div><br></div><div>As a member of the OHIONET staff and its Technology Services department, this position:</div>
<div><br></div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Reports to the Director of Technology Services.</div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Serves on the Technology Services member support team and participates in its support rotation during business hours.</div>
<div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Participates in the Technology Services system administration team and its after-hours emergency, on-call support rotation.</div><div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Attends other OHIONET meetings and serves on teams and other functions as warranted.</div>
<div>•<span class="" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Interacts extensively with the OPAL library consortium, attending OPAL meetings and participating in the consortium’s Committee, Task Force and other group initiatives as needed.</div>
</div><div><br></div><div>APPLICATION DETAILS:</div><div><br></div><div>Interested applicants should send a letter of application, resume, and three references with addresses and phone numbers to:</div><div><br></div><div>
Jennifer Turner, (<a href="mailto:jennifert@ohionet.org">jennifert@ohionet.org</a>)</div><div>Director of Administrative Services</div><div>OHIONET</div><div>1500 W. Lane Ave.</div><div>Columbus OH 43221</div><div><br></div>
<div>Email submissions are encouraged. </div><div><br></div><div>Applications received by November 16 will receive first consideration.</div><div><br></div><div>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: </div><div> </div><div>OHIONET is a small organization. Therefore, on occasion, OHIONET employees are called upon to fulfill tasks that are not related to the "Duties and Responsibilities" of that position.</div>
<div><br></div><div>Individual must possess a valid State of Ohio Motor Vehicle Operator’s license or obtain such within 30 days of employment.</div><div><br></div><div>This position is Exempt from the wage and overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act.</div>
<div><br></div><div><div><br></div>-- <br><br>Matt Polcyn<br>Director, Technology Services<br>OHIONET<br>1500 W Lane Ave<br>Columbus, OH 43221<br><a href="http://www.ohionet.org" target="_blank">http://www.ohionet.org</a><br>
614-484-1061<br>614-486-1527 (fax)<br>
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