Job Summary/Basic Function
Provides leadership, direction, and management for Library Technology in the
James E. Walker Library. This position is vital in contributing to the
library’s strategic priorities through the development and implementation of
innovative enterprise and educational technology that advances the delivery of
services and support to the MTSU community. It explores emerging technologies
relevant to accomplishing the library and university mission of experiential
and continuous learning. Directly supervises three full-time personnel and
oversees management of four additional full-time personnel and a team of 45+
student employees. Clearly communicates expectations, completes evaluations,
and guides performance, professional development, and training for the
department. Responsible for the selection, design, and implementation of the
library’s extensive and complex public and staff computing environments as well
as the MakerSpace. Develops and monitors the Library Technology department
budget; assures effective desktop support for staff and public end users.
Actively engages and contributes to the Library’s Leadership Team. Facilitates
communication of library technology priorities with campus technology
committees and other campus IT units. Applies effective project management and
problem-solving strategies to accomplish the work of the department.
Collaborates with the Systems Librarian and Library Systems Unit on Library
Systems Hardware and Networking Needs.
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, information
science/systems/technology or a related field.
Required Related Experience
Bachelor’s degree with 8 years in IT management and 3 years supervision; or
master’s degree or higher with 5 years in IT management and 3 years supervision.
Desirable Related Experience
Prior experience managing technology in a complex higher education organization
preferred. Prior experience in an academic library preferred. Knowledge or
experience with open-source projects and/or tools.
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter & Resume Required
Pay grade information:
https://www.mtsu.edu/hrs/compensation/admin_pay_grades.php
Generous Benefits Include:
15 hours a month Vacation Leave
7.5 hours a month Sick Leave
13 paid University holidays
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Retirement plans
Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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