Web Development Librarian
| Position Summary: |
The University of Alabama Libraries seeks a talented and energetic professional to join our team as a Web Development Librarian. Reporting to the Manager of Web Technologies and Development, this position will be responsible for supporting and extending the Libraries’ custom web applications, tools, and web presence. The position will also engage in project work, and support new technology initiatives derived from our strategic plan. The position extends and supports our web apps framework, maintains and enhances our web site, and develops for a variety of initiatives such as EBSCO’s FOLIO environment. The position will also support internal project development and other similar activities. The successful candidate will be current with best practices in all areas of responsibility with special attention to security. S/he will identify promising new technologies that can positively impact services or generate a better user experience and will be an innovative and entrepreneurial professional who desires to work in a creative, collaborative and respectful environment. The Web Technologies and Development department is responsible for the development of such nationally-recognized tools as our Bento search interface and our innovative applications of EBSCO’s EDStool. The University Libraries emphasizes a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and diversity through ongoing and regular training, and well-supported professional development. |
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| Ad Text: |
THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA LIBRARIES Web Development Librarian RESPONSIBILITIES: The University of Alabama Libraries seeks a talented and energetic professional to join our team as a Web Development Librarian. Reporting to the Manager of Web Technologies and Development, this position will be responsible for supporting and extending the Libraries’ custom web applications, tools, and web presence. The position will also engage in project work, and support new technology initiatives derived from our strategic plan. The position extends and supports our web apps framework, maintains and enhances our web site, and develops for a variety of initiatives such as EBSCO’s FOLIO environment. The position will also support internal project development and other similar activities. The successful candidate will be current with best practices in all areas of responsibility with special attention to security. S/he will identify promising new technologies that can positively impact services or generate a better user experience and will be an innovative and entrepreneurial professional who desires to work in a creative, collaborative and respectful environment. The Web Technologies and Development department is responsible for the development of such nationally-recognized tools as our Bento search interface and our innovative applications of EBSCO’s EDStool. The University Libraries emphasizes a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and diversity through ongoing and regular training, and well-supported professional development. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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ENVIRONMENT: The University of Alabama, The Capstone University, is the State of Alabama’s flagship public university and the senior comprehensive doctoral level institution in Alabama. UA enrolls over 37,000 students, is ranked in the top 50 public universities in the United States. UA has graduated 15 Rhodes Scholars, 15 Truman Scholars, has had 121 Fulbright Scholars, is one of the leading institutions for National Merit Scholars (150 in 2015), and has 5 Pulitzer Prize winners among its ranks. Under the new leadership of President Stuart Bell, UA has launched a strategic planning process that includes an aggressive research agenda and expansion of graduate education. The University of Alabama Libraries are essential in advancing the educational mission of the University. We provide innovative instruction, services, and resources to facilitate teaching, research, and learning. The University of Alabama Libraries are committed to be student-centered and research-focused in order to support discovery, learning, and creativity at The Capstone. The University of Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, a metropolitan area of 200,000, with a vibrant economy, a moderate climate, and a reputation across the South as an innovative, progressive community with an excellent quality of life. Tuscaloosa provides easy access to mountains, several large cities, and the beautiful Gulf Coast.
SALARY/BENEFITS: 12-month non-tenure-track, renewable contract faculty appointment at the Assistant professor rank. Salary range is $52,000- $70,000. Strong benefits including professional development support and tuition fee waiver. TO APPLY: Applications are accepted online only at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu. Click Search Positions. University Libraries in Organization drop down box. Please include your application, Curriculum Vitae, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e- mail addresses of three references, including one current supervisor. |
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| UA EEO Statement |
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. “EEO is the Law” Poster Supplement http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplemen... |
| Search Initiation Date: | 08/20/2018 |
| Expected Starting Date: | 01/02/2019 |
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| College/School/Division: | Libraries |
| Post To Ihe | Yes |