[OPLINTECH] Job Posting: ILS Administrator (Dayton, Ohio)

[Robin Poffenberger]

Integrated Library System Administrator
Washington-Centerville Public Library
www.wclibrary.info<http://www.wclibrary.info>


The Library:
*         Nationally ranked the best library in the nation for its size in Hennen's American Public Library Rating Index and Library Journal Star Library Rating.
*         An organization known for the following:

*         Outstanding service and high standards of productivity.

*         Vision-directed, with a focus on strategic planning.

*         Marketing-based, progressive business environment.

*         Customer and staff-oriented with beautiful facilities.

*         Committed to going beyond traditional library services, using new technologies.
*         To ensure success, WCPL employees must be adaptable, innovative, with the ability to self-monitor performance, further the organization's mission, solve problems, participate actively in teams, provide excellent customer service, and communicate well among all organizational levels.

The Community:
*         Outstanding suburban community with nearby urban amenities.
*         Excellent schools, parks, medical services and retail establishments.
*         Citizens are strong library supporters!


Responsibilities of the Position:
*         Design, create, develop and maintain functionality of OPAC using tools provided by ILS and other web development software; coordinate implementation as assigned.
*         Technical resource for other departments on interdepartmental projects where ILS is involved.
*         Install, configure, upgrade, perform preventative maintenance, monitor and provide support for assigned systems.
*         Provide support for PC hardware and software, peripherals and printing devices and software.
*         Develop and maintain in-house applications including database design and administration.
*         Analyze information technology needs, identify priorities and develop new and improved services, policies and procedures.
*         Oversee implementation of systems and technology projects to support and meet library objectives.
*         Vendor administration including solicitation of bids, purchasing, and contract maintenance.
*         Provide training to staff as needed.
*         Respond to staff and patron questions and issues.
*         Provide reports as requested.
*         Assume other tasks as assigned.

Qualities of the Ideal Candidate:
*         Associate's degree in computer-related area; or MLS from an ALA accredited institution with a minimum of 3 years of experience administering Millennium software.
*         Minimum 3 years of experience supporting an Integrated Library System (ILS) OR websites.
*         Basic knowledge of web design and scripting languages (e.g. HTML, XHTML, CSS, PHP, XML, JavaScript) preferred.
*         Successful management of web and/or ILS projects.
*         Experience with desktop publishing, web, and MS Office software.
*         Project management and planning experience.
*         Self- motivated, organized, efficient, and productive with excellent time management skills.
*         Multi-tasking - handle multiple projects with competing deadlines.
*         Collaborative, hands-on style with exceptional follow through.
*         Research and apply new technology.
*         Analytical problem-solving skills.
*         Strong interpersonal, communication and written/verbal skills, including the ability to explain and train" non-technical" individuals in the effective use of all relevant systems.


Reporting, Pay Range, Benefits:

This position reports to the Systems Manager.  The pay range for this position is $17.97 to $23.73 per hour plus a 24% net pay increase through an employer-paid contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System.  An excellent benefit package is also provided.

Note: All offers of employment will be contingent upon the candidate successfully completing a Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) fingerprint check.



To Apply:

Send letter of application, resume & references to: Human Resources, ILS115WP, Washington-Centerville Public Library, 111 West Spring Valley Road, Centerville, OH 45458

OR email to: HumanResources at wcpl.lib.oh.us<mailto:HumanResources at wcpl.lib.oh.us>  Please reference ILS115WP in the subject line.



http://www.wclibrary.info/employment/apply.asp



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