Marmot Library Network

Jimmy Thomas, Executive Director: Identifies new technologies and services appropriate for Marmot libraries. Manages agreements with members and suppliers. Supervises all Marmot staff. Writes project plans, budgets, and policies in consultation with the Executive Board.

Keith Dedman, Library System Administrator: Provides ILS user support for library staff. Maintains ILS parameters. "Product Owner" of open source VuFind online catalog. Maintains classic WebPac; and works with ILS vendor to resolve application software problems.

Sean Hanson, Enterprise Administrator: Develops, implements, and maintains the Microsoft enterprise architecture for 1000 workstations at 90 sites. Defines strategic directions of technology services, including tactical planning, development, and evaluation. 

Mary Katherine Katzer, Member Services Librarian: Provides ILS training, consulting, and support services to library staff. Works with task forces on consortium-wide policies & procedures for cataloging and acquisitions.

Steve Lindemann, Network Administrator: Administers Marmot's Linux servers, web servers, E-mail servers, time servers, DNS servers, IP addressing, router configurations, and network security. Develops, tests, and assures operation of local area network and Internet Services.  Manages telecom suppliers (CenturyLink, etc) to maintain and upgrade the Marmot WAN.

Don Moeny, Business Manager: Maintains subscriptions, invoices, and accounts. Orders products and services from suppliers. Evaluates and implements new products and services (federated search and journal discovery). Consults with library staff on new technologies (RFID, wireless inventory).

C.J. O'Hara, Web Coordinator: Develops web applications, in particular open source VuFind, the new OPAC. Performs help desk support for library staff.

Mary Pickens, Workstation Technician: Installs, maintains, and supports computer equipment in libraries. Performs help desk support for library staff.

Jason Stow, Workstation Technician: Installs, maintains, and supports computer and network equipment in libraries. Spends considerable time on the road performing preventative maintenance in libraries. Primary provider of Extended Technical Support (ETS).  970.242.3331x115 jason-at-marmot.org

  Mary Vernon, Admin Services Manager: Responsible for office management, personnel administration, accounting, MUG and other member meeting facilities, E-rate applications and record-keeping.