Library Network Administrator - Library District (Prescott)

Job Description:

Library Network Administrator - Library District (Prescott)

Description

Role

Are you a dynamic and strategic technology leader with a passion for libraries and information sharing?

Yavapai County Library District is seeking a skilled Library Network Administrator to oversee the professional, administrative, and technical operations related to the Yavapai Library Network (YLN). This pivotal role is responsible for ensuring the seamless integration, functionality, and advancement of network services across all libraries throughout Yavapai County.

The ideal candidate will bring relevant experience in library operations, library automation, and/or systems analysis, along with at least two years of supervisory experience. We are looking for a motivated professional with a strong technical foundation, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset to lead a forward-thinking network that supports a vibrant library community.
Review complete class specification for Library Network Administrator here.

Hiring salary range: $76,943.16 to $98,102.53 depending on qualifications.

Major Duties, Responsibilities

• Identifies, analyzes, and resolves technical and administrative issues related to the YLN.
• Hires, trains, supports, supervises, and performs timely evaluations of YLN support staff.
• Leads the YLN, including fiscal oversight, stakeholder communications, and strategic planning.
• Serves as chair of the YLN’s Steering Committee and Executive Committee and as liaison to the governing authorities of the YLN.
• Manages all contracts involving the YLN.
• Manages vendor relationships and exercises fiscal oversight of contracts, projects, request for proposals and procurements.
• Responsible for the implementation and day-to-day operations of vendor-supplied hardware and software.
• Responsible for system security, database integrity and access.
• Serves as back-up system administrator for the YLN’s integrated library system.
• Prepares and makes public presentations at departmental, county, organizational or community meetings and/or forums.
• Assists in necessary training to network members.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Master’s degree in Library Science, Computer Science, or directly related field.

Experience:
A minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience in library operations, library automation, and/or systems analysis work; to include two (2) years of supervisory experience.
An equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-per-year basis.

Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:

• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

ELECTIVE COVERAGE

• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

PLEASE NOTE

• Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.

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Closing Date/Time: 7/8/2025 5:00 PM Arizona

Salary:

$76,943.16 - $98,102.53 Annually