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Deputy director interviews underway; library to test self-check systems
Summary
The Library Director said six candidates applied for the deputy director role (five with master's degrees). Staff will run demos of self-check vendors, including Bibliotheca and another vendor in early December; an iPad-based self-check was judged unsuitable for patrons because of small text display.
The Library Director told the board the library received six applications for the deputy director position — five candidates hold master's degrees and one is working toward a master's — and that interviews are scheduled over the next two days with a possible second round.
On technology, the director reported meetings with vendors about self-check systems. He said one vendor offers an iPad-based self-check but that, based on prior experience, the small text would not work well for the library’s patrons. The board was invited to attend demos: one vendor will demonstrate in early December and the director said staff will review cost and functionality before recommending a solution to the board.
The director said he had solicited feedback from other libraries and compiled vendor pricing comparisons; the board encouraged staff to return with costed recommendations. The director also noted continued outreach to the city and other system partners as part of planning for technology and staffing changes.
The board did not take a formal vote on hiring or purchasing at the meeting; next steps are to complete interviews and schedule vendor demonstrations.
