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Job Description

SUMMARY: Plan, direct and manage the technology efforts of the Poudre River Public Library District. Assist the Director with strategy and implementation of institutional objectives as a member of the Library Leadership Team. Create and maintain a stable, efficient and innovative technology environment for all library operations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive. • Manage day-to-day operations of the Library Systems Administration including technical infrastructure and computing devices at all Library District sites. Sets goals and arranges tasks, people and resources to accomplish the work in support of the strategic plan. • Assist in the development of an annual technology budget and manage expenditures. Develop a multi-year technology replacement plan. • Monitor, track and oversee inventory of the District’s hardware and software. • Supervise technical staff in the areas of system administration, desktop user and network support, and web design. • Manage major technology projects including preparing specifications, leading RFP processes, completing successful contract negotiations, and process follow-though; project implementation, and appropriate involvement of library staff, City of Fort Collins staff, vendors, and other partners. • Participate as member of the Library Leadership Team. • Keep Executive Director informed of specific and general technology issues and trends, how they affect current operations, how they might impact future plans, and make recommendations for direction. • Propose and implement technology improvements, solutions, and innovations in response to public and staff needs. Provide technical assistance to staff in support of District efforts to develop digital literacy for public and staff. • Provide effective leadership to insure the District is optimizing use of current technologies and exploring and incorporating emerging library, computer, information and communication technologies such as new networking solutions, virtualization, etc. • May perform hands-on work in the area of desktop support; network support; application support; training support and other areas; technical support includes both end-user and back-end systems. • Maintaining currency and following the latest trends in the fields of information technology and information science. • Applies American Library Association guidelines and library principles to technology projects and services. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position is responsible for the supervision and performance evaluation of four employee(s). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

The Community

The City of Fort Collins is a full-service municipality that operates under the Council / Manager form of government, nationally recognized for providing our nearly 140,000 residents with exceptional services. Located in northern Colorado, just 65 miles north of Denver, Fort Collins is home to Colorado State University and an outstanding public school system. Fort Collins offers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural and recreation opportunities, a strong economic base, and diverse employment opportunities. Recognized by Money Magazine as the nation’s best place to live in 2006, and by Frommer’s as one of the country’s best places to raise a family, Fort Collins seems to truly have it all. The City of Fort Collins strives to provide its employees with a competitive pay and benefit package including: Medical, Dental, Life & Vision Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; Paid Sick Leave (15 days/yr); Short- and Long-Term Disability; 9 Paid Holidays; Paid Vacation (15 days 1st–3rd yrs to max of 24 days at 20 yrs); Social Security + 401A; Deferred Compensation (457 Plan); Employee Assistance Program; Wellness Programs. THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

HR Info

TO APPLY: Only on-line applications accepted for this position. This position is with the Poudre River Public Library District. Salaries and benefits are provided by the Library District. The City of Fort Collins provides administrative services to the Library District. Visit the City of Fort Collins’ website at www.fcgov.com/jobs to apply on-line by Friday, September 30, 2011. Requisition #11105.