Grundy Workforce Job Board Services: Submission #3195

Company Info
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Company Name: Morris Area Public Library
Address:
604 Liberty St
Morris, Illinois. 60450

Phone (Optional): (815) 942-6880
Fax (Optional): {Empty}
Contact Title (Optional): Director
Contact Name (Optional): Resa Mai
Contact Email (Optional): rmai@morrislibrary.com
Website Address (Optional): www.morrislibrary.com


Job Details
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Job Title: IT
Job Location: Morris
Over 18 Required: Yes
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Shift: 1st
Rate: Hourly
Number of Positions: 1
Please Have Applicant: Email Resume/Cover Letter, Apply in Person, Apply Online
Job Description:
Information Technology

A full-time, exempt position, responsible for the administration of the Information Technology Department. Work involves providing leadership, education and internal support of Information Technology services for patrons and employees. Serves as Person-in-Charge as assigned. One evening per week will be required.

Primary Responsibilities

● Acts as the primary technology contact for routine maintenance for library equipment, troubleshooting, update, project and evaluations relating to hardware, software, phones and equipment

● Plans, implements, and evaluates programs for adults and staff coordinated with Programming Supervisor

● Represents the library to the community by giving talks and tours and visiting local organizations

● Assists in the use of technology including computers, e-readers, phones, tablets and other library technology

● Updates and troubleshoots library technology including faxing, scanning, copying, printing

● Manages equipment inventory and tracks technology expenditures. Prepares budget for short and long term needs

● Researches, recommends and implements technology projects

● Trains patrons and staff in the use of technology; creates training plans and videos, teaches public classes

● Responsible for the contents of the library website

● Monitors patron use of computer area

● Compiles statistics for monthly and annual reports

● Understands and enforces the library policies and procedures

● Responsible for opening and closing procedures as needed

● Attends relevant meetings, classes, and training as well as coordinating professional development for staff

● Seeks out and develops grant proposals to support library technology and growth

● Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:
Performance Expectations

● Knowledge of technology, including computers, software and web based apps

● Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, staff and patrons

● Knowledge of professional library practices, literature, and current technology

● Ability to set priorities, make independent decisions and exercise discretion with library customers and staff

● Ability to work collaboratively and effectively resolve service issues using independent judgment

● Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to speak effectively to the public

● Ability to remain calm in difficult situations

● A friendly and approachable manner with the ability to exercise tact and diplomacy

● Willingness to learn new skills and procedures; easily adaptable to change

● A team player who responds well to challenging circumstances

● Knowledge of common computer applications

● Ability to bend, stoop, lift and carry, with appropriate accommodations

Qualifications

● Minimum of two years IT work experience preferred

● Library experience a plus

Lifting Requirements - 25+ lbs (unassisted): Yes
Lifting Requirements - 50+ lbs (unassisted): No
List Job Until: 12/29/2022


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