Director of Technology

Description

Reporting directly to the Dean of LSU Libraries, the Director of Technology is responsible for the strategic development of the Libraries information technology operations including creating innovative and effective strategies, administering the IT units and participating in the highly collaborative, dynamic executive group devoted to imagining and then creating a world-leading 21st century research library.

STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT (40%): Creates innovative and effective strategies to support the Libraries' information technology (IT) operations, including web and application development and support, server administration, data management, usability testing, and desktop support. Applies broad knowledge of technological trends, especially as they apply to learning.

DIVISION ADMINISTRATION (30%): Administers the Libraries' IT units, providing oversight for recruitment, staff deployment and development. Adapts organizational structures to meet changing needs. Develops goals, and then supplies administrative support to reach them.

LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION (30%): Participates in a highly collaborative, dynamic executive group devoted to imagining and then creating a world-leading 21st century research library. 

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a computer related field. Six years of progressively responsible research library experience. Successful supervisory experience, excellent interpersonal/communication skills. 

Desired Qualifications: Advanced degree in Computer Science or a computer related field. 

Special Instructions to Applicants: Please provide a list of three professional references including name, title, phone number and email address. A copy of your transcript may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire. 

Additional Position Information: An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Application deadline is January 8, 2015 or until a candidate is selected.

BENEFITS: LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more! 

EEO Statement: LSU IS COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER