Stevens
County Rural Library District
4008 Cedar Street, Post Office
Box 744
Loon Lake, WA 99148
(509) 233-9621
Position Description
POSITION TITLE: Systems
Administrator
SALARY
RANGE: Library Manager
POSITION SUMMARY: The Systems Administrator will plan,
coordinate and manage the systems operations including the automated library
system, web site, electronic resources, internet access and data
communications.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Implement and coordinate the
transition from DRA to new automation system.
2. Manage day-to-day operations
of the library’s automation system.
3. Develop and maintain the
library’s website including access to electronic resources.
4. Plan, develop and maintain
the District’s data communication system.
5. Plan, coordinate, and
evaluate services and other available resources, activities and programs to
meet the District’s missions and goals.
6. Recommend budget for
personnel, furnishings, services, equipment, and monitor budget
expenditures.
7. Select, develop, motivate, and
evaluate department staff.
8. Identify training needed;
develop training plans and coordinate training programs for the library with
the Director and other managers.
9. Provide training for staff
in areas of automation and electronic access.
10. Maintain working
relationships with vendors and library partners.
11. Communicate, interpret, and
monitor compliance with District policies and all other applicable operating
and administrative procedures and practices.
12. May serve as the District’s
chief executive in the absence of the Director.
13. Perform other duties as may
be assigned to support the District's mission.
SUPERVISION:
Works
independently under the general direction of the Library Director.
Supervises
one or more library assistants.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master's degree in
librarianship from an ALA accredited graduate program and/or certification by
the Washington State Board for the Certification of Librarians/ or other
appropriate degree.
2. At least three years-related
full time work experience; including supervisory experience.
3. At least one year of related
full time library experience.
4. Customer service awareness
and perspective
5. Demonstrated ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships.
6. Demonstrated ability to
problem solve, use initiative and good judgement.
7. Demonstrated ability to
manage detail and recognize and set priorities.
8. Ability to use computer
systems and various software.
9. Effective verbal and written
communication skills.
10. Ability to meet requirements
of Child and Adult Abuse Information Act.
11. Valid driver's license and
normal risk insurability required if using District or personal vehicle for
business.
12. Valid First Aid and CPR
certification may be required.
13. Ability to accept and follow
instructions.
14. Flexible schedule. Able to
travel to various locations throughout the county, including evenings and
weekends as necessary.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Will be assigned to a home library, but required to commute to at least one other each week. Some driving may be in inclement weather and all driving includes rural travel.
2. Flexible working schedule including weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) and evenings.
3. Public library and/or retail environment.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Hearing and speaking to customers, staff and telephone callers.
2. Standing for extended periods of time.
3. Sitting for extended periods of time.
4. Using keyboard and viewing computer monitor
5. Bending, stretching and reaching to retrieve materials.
6. Lifting or carrying items up to 40 pounds.
7. Moving quickly around locations within the library.
8. Traveling to libraries within the District.
9. Cooperating and getting along with people.
10. Tolerance for multiple interruptions.
11. Managing detail and multiple demands and setting priorities.
12. Working under moderate levels of stress.
13. Solving problems requiring interpretation.
Approved: June 21, 2001