The Iowa State University Library is recruiting an Assistant Director for Information Technology.
Here's an excerpt from the ad:
The Assistant Director for Information Technology fully participates in library-wide policy and budget development, strategic and operational planning, personnel management and programmatic assessment as a member of the Dean's administrative cabinet. Creatively leads and advances library information technology initiatives that support and drive all major library public digital programs that directly impact and support campus teaching and research. Represents the library in information technology issues and evolution within the university, the Iowa Regent system, the state, regionally and nationally. Responsible for oversight, assessment, planning and purchase of the Library's broad information technology infrastructure, including multiple and complex hardware platforms, commercial operating systems, and integrated software applications. Participates within the national information technology environment with expectations of influencing innovation and functional requirements in system design. Reports to the Dean of the Library.
The duties of this position require the ability to formulate and implement innovative approaches and solutions to problems; ability to communicate and work effectively with all levels of clientele in a collaborative and changing environment; and a broad public service focus and commitment to user-centered services.
