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Technology Librarian - Rye Public Library (Rye, NH)

Filed under GSLIS Jobs and Opportunities
Posted by GSLIS, March 20, 2009
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DUTIES:
The picturesque coastal community of Rye, New Hampshire (est. pop. 5,200) seeks a full-time (40 hours per/week) Technology Librarian to provide leadership in pursuing, implementing, and training of new technologies to improve customer service delivery. Reporting to the Library Director, this dynamic role encompasses: technology planning, training for library staff and community members, network maintenance and upgrades, and the troubleshooting of all electronic library resources, such as computer hardware, software, databases, Internet and related equipment. This position requires a teamwork approach including active participation in all aspects of daily customer service to the community though material selection and reader’s advisory, circulation, and reference duties. The schedule includes one evening and occasional weekend hours.

QUALIFICATIONS:
The Technology Librarian should have an MLS degree from an ALA accredited program and two years of professional experience in a public library; or a bachelor’s degree with a major in computer applications or a similar field and three years of professional library experience; or equivalent professional training and experience to perform the job. The successful candidate should have a minimum of two or three years of professional library experience installing and maintaining information technology infrastructure; excellent communication skills; the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; knowledge of library operations and Microsoft applications. Experience with digitization projects, Photoshop, web authoring tools, and adaptive technology is a plus.

CLOSING DATE:
Open until filled, but priority will be given to applications received by April 10, 2009.

SALARY:
$35,000 - $45,000 depending on qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits including: health and dental insurance, paid vacation, holidays and sick days, and participation in the New Hampshire Retirement System.

ADDRESS:
Please send resume and the names of three references to Kerry Cronin, Library Director, Rye Public Library, 581 Washington Rd., Rye, N.H. 03870 – No telephone inquiries, please. For a complete job description please visit http://www.ryepubliclibrary.org/about/documents/TechnologyLibrarian.pdf