Category: Library IT Jobs

The Indiana University Libraries are recruiting a Head, Digital User Experience Department.

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The Head of the Digital User Experience Department will be charged with the development of a holistic vision for the user's experience and implementation of a comprehensive digital strategy and operational plans for the IU Libraries Bloomington web presence. This position oversees the development of content, design, and integration of online library services with campus online environments including the course management system (Oncourse) and campus administrative portals (i.e., OneStart). Reporting to the Associate Dean for Library Academic Services, this position will lead a department of 1 librarian and 1 professional staff member as well as coordinate the work activities of 1.5 developers. Responsibilities will include effective integration of discovery tools for electronic resources; development of integrated resources in a variety of environments based on the principles of user-centered design; oversight of the web publishing infrastructure and ensuring compliance with the University and industry standards for security, privacy, and accessibility; implementation of transformative technologies (such as Web 2.0); ongoing user testing and redesign; and other assessments of the web-based services. The Head of the Digital User Experience Department will also serve as an active member of one of the Libraries' Discipline Focused Working Groups (Area Studies, Arts and Humanities, Sciences, or Social Sciences). The successful candidate must be able to selectively and strategically implement technology trends and solutions, have demonstrated experience with learning technologies, and possess a strong understanding of information technology environments in higher education. This position will work closely with Library Technologies and Digital Libraries and be a liaison to appropriate divisions within University Information Technology Services.

Boston Public Library is recruiting an Information Technology (IT) Operations Manager.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (job ID: 338231):

The Information Technology (IT) Operations Manager is responsible for developing, updating, overseeing and directing help desk and technical support operations, to ensure a functioning and optimal end user computing experience across the Boston Public Library's branch library locations, the central library and its departments, across both internal and public computing programs and services, and encompassing both online and onsite locations as needed.

The IT Operations Manager directly manages the help desk and technical support staff. The IT Operations Manager will act internally and externally for the IT department as the deputy CTO as needed and on tasks and projects as assigned. This role will work closely and collaboratively with the Network, Server, Web Services and Applications Managers to ensure a well coordinated delivery of IT services to internal and external customers. This role is responsible for department scheduling, oversees personnel, and participates in strategic and budgetary planning procedures. This is both a hands-on technical and managerial position.

The IT Operations Manager is responsible for maintaining the IT inventory for, procuring, supporting and delivering maintenance for: IT equipment and software licenses. They maintain vendor relationships with key service providers that support and provide technology for the end user computing environments.

This role is responsible for the optimal operation of all client devices and end user computing environments hardware, peripherals, operating systems and user applications as well as those server applications and systems which directly support and help manage the end user computing environment. It is also responsible for escalation management and help desk systems administration

The North Dakota State University is recruiting a Senior Systems Librarian. Salary: $60,000+.

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The Senior Systems Librarian manages the day to day operations of the Systems Office; implements and operates the Libraries' information systems; liaises with Information Technology Services; and liaises with external groups associated with library information systems issues.

This position is responsible for collection development, and acts as liaison to academic departments in assigned subject areas. Also provides general specialized reference and instruction/information literacy services to the NDSU community and other constituencies.

The University of Chicago Library is recruiting a Web Program Director.

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The Web Program Director provides leadership and management of the design, development, and maintenance of the University of Chicago Library’s web presence. The position is responsible for modeling innovative solutions that meet the needs of users in an academic research environment. Using an in-depth understanding of library resources, services, and bibliographic tools, the Web Program Director ensures the Library’s web sites provide a wide variety of users access to the complex array of information, services, and resources available through the Library.

The Library’s web pages have traditionally been written and produced by staff working in many different areas of Library operations using a combination of systems to create, maintain, and present different types of information. Working in this decentralized environment, the Web Program Director will provide leadership and coordination to develop a comprehensive web site strategy that is responsive to the needs of the user community, supports the Library’s vision and goals, and ensures integration with the University’s web sites and programs. The Web Program Director maintains oversight of the web authoring distributed throughout the Library working closely with staff to organize workflow and structure for how web pages are created and maintained. The position will redevelop the process of web page management to ensure accessible user interfaces, effective information design, accurate and targeted content, and responsive technologies while allowing sufficient flexibility to accommodate the diverse needs and activities of Library departments. Working with the Communications Director and Public Services staff, the position will establish cohesive web site guidelines and policies that reflect the user needs and strategic goals of a research library.

This new position will provide ongoing analysis and review of web-based library services to identify new technologies and approaches to improving the experience of the library researcher. Working with the Assessment Director, the Web Program Director will lead formal assessments of web-based services. Partnering with staff in the Integrated Library Systems (ILS) department and the Electronic Resources Manager, this position will play a leading role in integrating discovery tools into our web presence.

The position reports to the Co-director of the Digital Library Development Center (DLDC), a department that provides leadership, focus, strategic direction, and expertise for the Library's digital library program and initiatives. The Web Program Director is responsible for supervising the Web Administrator and will project-manage other DLDC and Library staff as required by particular initiatives. The position chairs advisory committee(s) that inform the development of the Library’s web presence and will serve as a Library representative on the Accessibility Group.

The Brown University Library is recruiting a Library Applications Developer.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (job number: B01156 ):

The Library Applications Developer is responsible for designing new and innovative web-based library services, systems, and tools which anticipate the needs and meet or exceed the expectations of library users. The incumbent implements, continually enhances, and extends commercial software applications to make new and improved services available to users. The incumbent works with library departments to develop tools which increase automation and workflow efficiency, improve data reporting, provide greater cross-system integration and day-to-day support for library operations.

The Fort Vancouver Regional Library District is recruiting an Information Technology Manager. Salary: $4,873 per month.

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Plans, coordinates, and manages the operations and activities of the Fort Vancouver Regional Library District (FVRL) Information Technology department (IT). Coordinates technology projects and departmental activities with other internal departments. Supervises assigned personnel. Defines and implements departmental procedures, applying thorough knowledge of computer principles and practices with sound mid-management and administrative principles and techniques. Installs, repairs, configures, and maintain the FVRL network. This includes all technologies, both hardware and software, supporting the LAN, WAN and Windows AD based network. Works closely with the Technology Director in the planning of future technology direction and projects.

Richland County Public Library is recruiting a Virtual Services Manager. Salary: $2,234.25 biweekly (may be negotiable, depending upon qualifications and experience).

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• Management, supervision, and administration of the Virtual Services Department, the Virtual Branch, and the Library website.
• Coordination with the Technology Department and others, for the overall delivery of the RCPL digital customer experience within the Library website, online catalog, intranet, and external web applications.
• Leadership of Virtual Services Department team in effective management of operations. Liaison and coordination with all other departments as needed, especially including but not limited to the Technology Department, to address strategic and operational details.

The University of Baltimore's Langsdale Library is recruiting an Integrated Digital Services Librarian.

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The Integrated Digital Services Librarian will be responsible for Langsdale's integrated library system (ILS) and related services and will serve as the library webmaster. He or she will lead the collaborative design and development of the library's web-based services and technology planning, including the implementation of the next-generation ILS (a University System of Maryland consortial system). He/she will support technology applications in all library departments, including interlibrary loan, course reserves and digital collections. He/she will maintain an in-depth understanding of technological trends and developments affecting academic libraries through a commitment to ongoing professional development. He/she will work collaboratively and creatively with librarians from Langsdale and the UB Law Library, IT staff, and the University Webmaster.

Indiana University is recruiting a Project Manager, Kuali Open Library Environment.

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Provides leadership for the planning, software development, implementation, maintenance, and documentation of all aspects of the Kuali OLE (Open Library Environment) software initiative. Manages the joint operations positions funded by the Kuali OLE Partnership for development of the software deliverable along with supervision of a long-term software development contract with an external vendor. Creates and manages comprehensive, realistic project schedules and plans and provides specialized IT services in the management, coordination, scheduling, and delivery of large and/or complex, technology-based specialized software development projects. Communicates regularly and effectively with stakeholders, technical staff, senior-level management, and customers. Develops software development RFP for this project. This is a jointly funded community software project of the Kuali Foundation, the Kuali OLE Board, and The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and has a two-year timeline with opportunities for extension.

The University of Alabama Libraries are recruiting a Web Services Librarian.

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This faculty position reports to the Head of the Web Services Department and works in a team environment with other faculty and staff. The position has numerous responsibilities that include developing interactive web pages that enhance access to collections, providing seamless user services, and facilitating the work of library employees; maintaining existing, and developing new, web applications and software tools; supporting the Drupal Content Management System. The successful candidate will gather, report, and evaluate web statistics and data as well as facilitate the use of assessment and other tools; maintain currency with cutting edge web and mobile technologies, software, tools, and solutions and participate in evaluation and assessment efforts. This position will also provide training and technical support to content providers for Drupal and other web-based software.

The Johnson County Library is recruiting a Web Content Manager. Salary: $44,897-$64,851.

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Do you love designing effective, elegant, user-friendly Web sites and online experiences? Does the idea of launching a new interface without usability testing make you cringe? Do you often find yourself discussing interaction design and information architecture philosophies at dinner parties?

Do words like Kindle, Nook, and iPad cause your heart to thump at the excitement of possibility?

Would you jump at the chance to lead a team of clever and talented Web Content Developers and Designers in developing the next generation of fully integrated and engaging Library Web sites?

Johnson County Library, a vibrant, award-winning public library, seeks a dynamic, creative, committed individual to serve as Web Content Manager to provide vision and leadership for the Library’s entire public Web enterprise and guide the work of the Web Content Team. 

The McGill University Library is recruiting a Web Services Librarian. Salary minimum: $50,000.

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Duties and responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage the development of the Library web site and other non-ILS web-based services
2. Liaise with the branch libraries and sections on web-based content and presentation and provide training, documentation and support as appropriate to ensure effective access to information resources and services.
3. Liaise with the technical staff and designers in the Web Services Group and other IT staff as required.
4. Coordinate content development associated with the library web site.
5. Monitor, analyze, and report on use of the web site and related services and respond to user needs and client use.
6. Coordinate content organization and population of the staff intranet.
7. Lead and manage the use of large public display screens to display information about the library events and services in the branch libraries
8. Monitor developments in information resource discovery, web site design, interface analysis, HTML, XML, content management systems and other software enhancements, and make appropriate responses.
9. As Leader of the Website Team, oversee the work of other library staff in designated areas and work as a member of a team.
10. Advise clients on discovering, accessing and using effectively the full range of library and information resources available to meet teaching, learning and research needs.

The Calvin T. Ryan Library at the University of Nebraska, Kearney is recruiting a Web Services Librarian. Salary: $52,000-$57,000.

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This is a twelve-month, tenure track appointment reporting to the Coordinator of Collection Services. The Web Services Librarian oversees the development and maintenance of the library website, including web-based interfaces to the library catalog, services, and local collections. This position works both independently and collaboratively to provide expertise in the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of current and future web interfaces and technologies that provide user access to the library's resources and services. The incumbent will stay informed of trends and scholarly communication in web technologies and library services. In addition, as with all the library staff, this librarian works to meet the library's goal of providing outstanding customer service to users, supports the general recruitment and retention goals of the University, and exhibits a commitment to the profession of librarianship.

The University Library at Appalachian State University is recruiting a Web Librarian. Salary: "Salary and rank are determined on the basis of qualifications and experience. Minimum salaries for the ranks are: Instructor $45,000, Assistant Professor $50,000, and Associate Professor $55,000."

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Appalachian State University Library seeks a talented, innovative, and collaborative Web Librarian to have primary responsibility for the Library's web presence. The ideal candidate will be skilled in creating a virtual library environment that enhances the services to, and experience of, on-line users, while accurately reflecting the vision, goals and culture of the campus community. The Web Librarian will be a catalyst for advancing digital technology and will provide leadership in website policy.

The University of British Columbia is recruiting two Programmer/Analysts. Salary: $64,369.00-$77,274.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (job id: 7228):

Responsible for analysing requirement, designing, programming and leading the implementation of new systems and maintenance of a variety of automated systems (both vendor-supplied and locally developed) that support numerous, major online applications (Acquisitions, Cataloguing, Circulation, Public Access, Serials Management, eResource Management and others) used throughout the UBC Library. This includes providing ongoing operational and troubleshooting support required for these automated systems and all associated equipment and communications networks.

The Boston University Alumni Medical Library is recruiting a Web Coordinator & Information Service Librarian.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (tracking code: 5197):

The position has primary responsibility for development, design, updating, maintenance, evaluation, and overall coordination of the Library's My SQL/Cold Fusion database-driven website. This position provides information skills education and participates in the development of the BUSM curriculum database and other curriculum-support in-class resources, online tutorials, online assessment and evaluation tools, and recommends and uses new software and technologies for the Library's website and web-based education support. This position will also be responsible for staffing the Reference desk and providing general reference services, and assisting patrons conducting literature searches.

DePaul University is recruiting a Web Services Coordinator, Teaching & Learning Resources.

Here's an excerpt from the ad (requisition #16182):

The Web Services Coordinator for Teaching & Learning Resources (TLR) will jointly report to the Director of Library Information & Discovery Systems and the Director of Instructional Design and Development. This position will lead the collaborative design and development of web-based services across all library, instructional design, and museum platforms and interfaces. S/he will collaborate with TLR colleagues as well as University Information Services (IS) technologists, among other stake holders, to coordinate technical implementations, integrate applications according to guidelines and standards for web content management, and conceptualize new user-centered designs, including the effective incorporation of Web 2.0 technologies that extend and enhance the University's diverse teaching and learning resources. Other responsibilities include support for faculty development in the use of technology in teaching and learning and active participation in local, state, regional, national, or international organizations related to interface design and academic computing.