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South Central Kansas Library System
Job Description
Title : Technology Consultant : Digital Services & Copyright
Reports to : Automation & Technology Services Coordinator
Supervision : None
Fair Labor Standards Act Status : Exempt : Professional
Salary : $52,000 – $62,000 depending on qualifications and experience
Benefits : Paid single coverage Blue Cross / Blue Shield Health and Dental; Kansas Public Employee Retirement System (KPERS); Optional KPERS 457 Deferred Compensation Plan; Health Reimbursement Plan, Wellness Program and Benefit. SCKLS provided work vehicle. Credit card provided for work-related expenses and partial reimbursement for work cell phone.
Work Schedule : 8 : 00 – 5 : 00 Monday – Friday. Option for limited remote work upon successful completion of six-month training period.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Provides automation and technology services, support and training to SCKLS member libraries and staff.
EXAMPLES OF WORK :
- Provides automation and technology on-site, phone, e-mail and remote support services to member libraries including advising and assisting in the selection of hardware and software; maintenance and repair; evaluation and improvement of library technology; assists with member library tech installs; and consulting.
- Develops and maintains a comprehensive understanding of copyright law and fair use; offers training and support on assessing copyright compliance; provides resources and guidance on the royalty-free use of images and strategies for avoiding copyright infringement; does not offer legal advice regarding copyright.
- Manages and trains librarians on the use of the READ Poster traveling kit.
- Develops and maintains a working knowledge of social media platforms to assist member libraries.
- Creates graphical designs, including charts, graphs, visualizations, image editing using software tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Canva or other solutions.
- Assists Digital Services Consultant with maintaining member library WordPress websites; including installation, configuration, accessibility, plugins, backups, domains, and troubleshooting; provides backup support for SCKLS website.
- Assists Automation & Technology Coordinator with maintaining the SCKLS Omeka Digitization project; SCKLS Digitization Lab and preservation activities.
- Develops and maintains statistical reporting resources, including program attendance Excel sheet and webcast for the State Library’s public library survey.
- Develops and provides technology training to member libraries in group and individual settings in areas such as copyright, web design, digitization, image and video editing, library automation and personal productivity applications.
- Works cooperatively with staff in the planning and delivery of technology services.
- Develops, maintains and processes member library technology documentation and reports using Salesforce.
- Represents SCKLS at technology-related meetings.
- Other work-related duties assigned by the Director.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
APPLICATION :
E-mail or mail a letter of application, resume and three references to :
Paul Hawkins, Director, SCKLS
Email : Paul@sckls.info
321 North Main Street
South Hutchinson, KS 67505
Applications accepted until position filled. Applicants that best meet the job qualifications may be invited to interview. SCKLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Salary : $52,000 - $62,000