Head of Technology
1 month ago
The West Vancouver Memorial Library (WVML) is well known as an innovative and award-winning library that prioritizes inclusion, a learning culture, organizational integrity, and enhancing community through our programs, services, and relationships. Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. WVML is known throughout the province for innovation, responsiveness, and leadership.
WVML is currently seeking a replacement temporary full-time Head of Technology for a period of 12 months. Reporting to the Director of Library Services, this position is responsible for managing the Technology and Communications Departments for the Library and supporting the Director with strategic planning, policy development, and service assessment for the organization overall.
Responsibilities include:- Serving as the lead in the development of the Library’s digital strategy, policies and procedures, ensuring that digital services meet the needs of staff and people in the community;
- Providing leadership for the overall planning, implementation and evaluation of infrastructure, applications, equipment, public service delivery and staff development in support of the digital strategy;
- Representing the Library and the public library sector in the broader community’s digital evolution;
- Developing and deepening relationships with District IT, West Vancouver organizations and institutions, Lower Mainland technology businesses, funders and Provincial Ministries leading innovation, creation, and digital strategies;
- Staying abreast of developments in the technology field and making presentations to the Library Board and staff on trends, promising practices, and opportunities;
- Overseeing and coordinating the work of staff who are responsible for all library systems and discovery services, including the Integrated Library System, web development, content management, public computing, and digital learning;
- Providing management direction on strategic initiatives, policies, procedures and practices;
- Overseeing departmental work plans, capital and operating budget requests, quarterly and annual financial reports, and evaluation reports;
- Assisting the Director of Library Services and acting as the Director in his/her absence;
- Participating in employee and labour relations matters, including participating in collective bargaining;
- Working closely with the Library Board and serving as a representative on Board committees or working groups;
- Participating in other duties and special projects as assigned.
The preferred candidate will possess knowledge of: the principles, practices, objectives and organization of public libraries; planning and project management for technology infrastructure, applications and equipment; processes, procedures and practices for management of information systems, resources, and websites; the methods, techniques, practices and procedures related to digital services, implementation of programs, physical and digital collections, projects and policies; best practices for instructional design and delivery; and, community engagement and consultation. The preferred candidate will also possess: strong facilitation skills; the ability to lead cross-functional teams in collaborative planning, implementation and evaluation of services and initiatives; superior oral, written and presentation communication skills; and superior interpersonal skills.
The successful candidate has completed a Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited Library school and/or other relevant Master’s Degree, plus a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience, including three (3) years of relevant management and/or supervisory experience, preferably in a unionized environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A valid BC Driver’s License and access to a vehicle are required. The successful candidate will be required to supply an acceptable police information check and a copy of their credentials.
Position Status: Exempt –Temporary-Full-Time for 12 months
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)
We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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