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| Digital Interfaces Librarian | |
Umass Amherst Libraries, Amherst, Massachusetts | |
| Salary: Not Specified | |
| Status: Full-time | |
| Posted: 10/01/07 | |
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| Digital Interfaces Librarian | |
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Search Extended Digital Interfaces Librarian Librarian III The University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks candidates for the position of Digital Interfaces Librarian. Under general supervision of the Coordinator, Library Systems and Web Management, guide the process of content creation and maintenance for web services including creation of policies and procedures for editing, vetting, review, final approval and weeding. Evaluate the effectiveness of the libraries digital presence through usability testing, statistical analysis, and development of human computer interaction studies. QUALIFICATIONS: • Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association-accredited library and information studies program. • At least five years of experience in a comparable library system with not less than three years experience with web site creation and development. • Demonstrated successful management experience with large scale digital projects. • Demonstrated ability to facilitate decision making in a collaborative environment. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to work in a collaborative environment and ability to handle multiple priorities in a library embracing advanced information technologies. • Previous experience managing digital assets including expertise in archiving and metadata standards. • Experience with XML, XHTML, XSLT, CSS and other development tools. • Experience testing interfaces for usability and effectiveness. • Demonstrated proficiency and understanding of best practices in web and information architecture. • Technical training and teaching experience. • Experience writing user documentation. The University of Massachusetts is strongly committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. As part of a commitment to its own multicultural community, the Library seeks an individual with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and one who will understand and embrace University initiatives and aspirations. Salary commensurate with advertised qualifications and experience. APPLICATIONS: Search Extended— Preference will be given to applications received by October 12, 2007. Send letter of interest, résumé, and the names of three references, to: Digital Interfaces Librarian Search, Library Administrative Office, W.E.B. Du Bois Library, 154 Hicks Way, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003-9275. For information about the University and the Library, and a copy of the official job description, see our web site: www.library.umass.edu/jobs. The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply. | |