Position Available--Arlington Heights, IL

[Bill Pardue]

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Position Available

MANAGER, TECHNOLOGY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

The Arlington Heights Memorial Library is seeking an  experienced and
dynamic individual to fill this upper level  management position.  
This
individual is responsible for: coordinating the design, 
implementation,
integration and daily operations of the Library’s automation and
communication systems, including the Library’s Innovative Interfaces
Automation  System, Local Area Network, Internet access, cable 
television 
applications, e-mail, telecommunication systems and related  evolving
systems.  Supervises the Technology Services  Department (which 
includes a
Lan Administrator, Applications  Specialist, two Computer Technicians 
and
a Clerk) and provides  managerial and technical support for the cable
television  consortium located at the Library. Provides collaborative
leadership in the ongoing development and implementation of the  
library’s
technologies plan; consults with library staff, community  agencies 
and
organizations and the public to assist in the services  that expand 
and
enhance access to information. Devises training  materials and 
technical
support manuals; provides collaborative training and orientation for
library staff and the public.   Participates in the development of the
Library’s electronic  publishing program and assumes a role in 
creating
information in  electronic form.  

Position requires: Bachelor of Science degree with a major in 
computer science and a minimum of three years experience in 
supervising a technical unit.  However, other combinations of formal
education, computer related certification and/or experience  will be
considered in lieu of the specified degree. Work experience in a 
public
library setting highly desirable. Must be a visionary who, in 
cooperation
with other staff, seeks innovative uses of technology to further the
Library’s service goals. Requires current knowledge and experience in
daily operations of computer systems and LANs, in integrating complex
systems, in developing and maintaining Internet services (including 
the
Library’s web  site), and in selecting and maintaining hardware. Must 
be
skillful in using Microsoft software and Windows and UNIX operating 
systems. Experience with library automation systems desirable.

The starting salary range for this position is $46,100-$54,000
which includes health/dental benefits, 4 weeks annual vacation,
retirement plan, etc.  Apply in writing to Marcia Rogers, Public
Services Support Coordinator, Arlington Heights Memorial
Library, 500 N. Dunton, Arlington Heights, IL  60004.

Resumes accepted until position is filled.