Director Development Academic and Framework Services

At OCLC, we build technology with a purpose: to connect libraries and make knowledge accessible worldwide, because we believe that what is known must be shared. Our teams work with complex global datasets, AI and machine learning, hybrid cloud solutions, and other technologies that connect people and organizations to the information they need. We value the power of unique perspectives and experiences to unlock innovation.

At OCLC, your ideas matter, whether you have two years of experience or 20. You’ll learn, create, and problem-solve with technologists, product developers, librarians, researchers, marketing pros, and support teams around the world.
· Is responsible for leadership and team building, measuring and evaluating staff performance, developing and enhancing staff skills, and related routine business activities for the division.
· Maintaining an understanding of current technology trends and practices and having a familiarity with company business activities, processes, goals, and objectives, acts as the knowledge and administration resource to other key internal stakeholders.
· Must possess the technical ability to act as a resource in the software development area. Will act as a technical resource in strategic planning activities and maintain a global perspective, foreseeing the effect of changes and corporate decisions within the division and the effects of actions on OCLC.
* A BA/BS degree in Business, Computer Science or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Ten years of experience in program/project leadership roles in developing software solutions.
* Expected to have broad and solid technical knowledge while being able to demonstrate success in providing support that meets the business needs of OCLC.
* Understanding of product architectures and when they are best suited to a specific product.
* Ability to interact with diverse work teams.
* Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
* Strong problem-solving skills; prior experience working with senior/executive management to implement solutions for business needs or challenges.
* Ability to maneuver successfully in a changing environment.
* Experience in driving the strategic direction of initiatives and programs.
* Strong leadership skills and demonstrated ability to manage team members and external business contacts, including consultants and vendors
* Demonstrated track record of delivering multiple technical projects on time and within budget.
* Experience in full-lifecycle project management methodologies and tools.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrated ability to interact with all technical and non-technical members of the organization, including senior management.
* A high degree of competency in all phases of project management, including issue and risk identification and management, change management, tracking dependencies and milestones, and communication of overall project status.

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* Who we are:

** We are a non-profit global technology company that develops innovative services for libraries. Together with member libraries, we connect people to the resources they need to learn and grow, and ultimately, to transform the world. We connect libraries to other libraries, making their work more efficient and effective. Our large-scale, high-performance cloud computing services enable libraries to share data, work, and resources to save money and better serve their communities.#

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* What we do:

** We are dedicated and passionate about libraries—and helping them change lives. Our goal is to provide innovative technologies for every library to help them meet the demands of a rapidly changing digital world. Our success depends on our ability to deliver new, high-quality features and stable, scalable solutions for libraries.#
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** New ideas. Open dialog. Hard work. Recognition. Purpose.

We offer a dynamic, fulfilling work environment that is productive, collaborative, innovative—and fun. We are consistently rated among the top employers within Central Ohio and across the IT landscape. There is a strong, team-based culture where everyone is appreciated and focused on common goals. You will make a difference.

OCLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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