Halifax County South Boston Public Library System

JOB DESCRIPTION

Systems Administrator/Cataloging Assistant Paul Dyer

Date: October 24th, 2011 Job Summary: The position of System Administrator/Cataloging Assistant is responsible for managing Information Technology and assists in the processing and cataloging of materials for all libraries in the Halifax County South Boston Public Library System. The employee is based out of the Halifax County Library and is responsible to the Library Director.

Essential and Important Duties: 1. Performs hardware installation and troubleshooting on all workstations, including public and staff PCs. 2. Installs and configures all public workstations. 3. Manages public workstation timer software. 4. Installs OS and security updates on all workstations including public and staff. 5. Answers technical support calls and provides phone and or on-site support for all facilities in the library system. 6. Maintains Local, Wide-Area and wireless network, which includes keeping it running at optimal levels, troubleshooting, security, and reporting problems. 7. Provides daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance and backup of data, including automatic backup routines on critical workstations and servers. 8. Analyzes existing systems and programs and recommends new systems or modifications to existing systems. 9. Recommends new policies or changes to existing policies that relate to the use of technology in the library. 10. Manages the automated library system (ALS). 11. Ensure all overdue notices are produced and delivered, whether they are electronic or paper. 12. Assists in overseeing all aspects of the circulation of materials, including policies, procedures and peripherals. 13. Must show personal initiative to stay current with evolving technologies, and engage in professional development to further develop knowledge and skills. 14. Prepares and maintains reports and library statistics as requested by the director. 15. Maintains and updates library website. 16. Assists in cataloging and processing of materials using established rules and procedures. 17. Catalogs materials in order of importance and in a timely manner.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 1. Must possess drivers license valid in the State of Virginia with a clear driving record. 2. Ability to report for work and perform job responsibilities in timely manner in order to meet scheduled deadlines. 3. Ability to perform occasional overtime including nights, weekends and holiday. 4. Possess temperament and good judgment to effectively deal with the public and/or Library employees. 5. Proficient with Windows Server 2003 including DNS, Active Directory, Group Policy, file sharing, and other network services.

Halifax County South Boston Public Library System

Branch Manager

6. Possess strong hardware, software, and peripheral installation and troubleshooting skills. 7. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate library cataloging records.

Education and Experience: 1. 2. 3. High School diploma or GED, Associates Degree in computer technology preferred; 2 3 years related library experience; Or equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience.

Special Requirements and Related Obligations: Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Physical and Environmental Conditions: Work requires light physical effort in the handling of light materials in non-strenuous work positions up to 55 pounds and/or continual standing or walking of 60%+ of the time. Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices or meetings and training rooms, libraries, residences, or commercial vehicles, e.g., use of safe work place practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals, and/or working in moderate outdoor weather conditions.

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Halifax County South Boston Public Library System

Branch Manager