ICT & Digital Development Consultant
ICT and Digital Development Advisor, 32 hours per week. Who are we? The library is constantly evolving and offers a space for connection, growth, and inspiration. We are an open, accessible “third place”—a social environment that complements the more familiar settings of home (“first place”) and the workplace (“second place”). With seven branches and two service points in Gooise Meren, Huizen, Wijdemeren, Blaricum, Eemnes, and Laren, 70 employees, and over 380 volunteers, we are ready to serve our guests. Together with social partners, schools, and municipalities, we work toward our goals: the joy of reading, digital inclusion, and lifelong learning. These are all areas where our digital facilities play a key role.
What will you be doing?
- You will serve as the primary point of contact for IT and automation, both for employees and external parties, and will play a coordinating role with the primary IT vendor and other suppliers.
- You will be responsible for ensuring that systems, networks, and the technical infrastructure remain operational.
- You will monitor developments in information technology and translate them into policy recommendations, an IT policy plan, and project plans (including budgets).
- You will set up efficient work processes and ensure they align with other business processes.
- You take a hands-on approach: whenever possible, you handle malfunctions and technical issues yourself and get hands-on with systems, equipment, and cabling.
- You will serve as the key user of the library system (Wise) and optimize its use and management.
- You will manage the help desk, support employees, and ensure that instructions and manuals are clear and up to date.
- You will take the lead in digital security and drive improvements and innovations to keep systems and processes secure.
- You will work part-time each week providing direct customer service at our locations.
What do you bring to the table?
- You are innovative, analytical, and digitally savvy. You’re a true go-getter when it comes to IT processes, applications, and digital activities.
- You’re the linchpin of the organization. Both inside and outside the company, people can count on you because you’re reliable, a strong communicator, and easy to work with.
- You have financial and business acumen, with a focus on results and quality.
- You have a college-level education and way of thinking.
- You have a driver's license and a car.
Why choose us?
We offer you a challenging and varied position with room for initiative. You will be working in an enthusiastic team within a dynamic organization where dedicated employees collaborate to achieve significant social goals. The terms of employment are in accordance with the Collective Labor Agreement for Public Libraries and depend on your knowledge and work experience. The position is classified in pay grade 9. The salary range is between €3,797 and €4,495 for a 36-hour workweek, excluding vacation pay and year-end bonus.
Interested in applying?
Don’t have any experience in the library sector, but are you enthusiastic about it? Heleen Rol, Deputy Director, would be happy to answer your questions: hrol@bibliotheekgooiplus.nl or 06-14428802.
You can express your interest by emailing your resume and cover letter to Annerie van Nieuwenhuizen at avnieuwenhuizen@bibliotheekgooiplus.nl.
The first interviews will take place on June 2 and 4.
The application deadline is May 30. The planned start date is August 1, 2026 .
Recruitment inquiries regarding this job posting are not appreciated
