Please excuse cross-posting. Applicants must apply online at
http://www.uta.edu/jobs/
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The University of
Texas at Arlington
Digital Library Services
Program Coordinator
Posting number
07-10-10-01-0100
Monthly salary: $ 5271 negotiable depending on qualifications.
Purpose of
position:
Visionary
leader to serve as Head of Digital Library Services. Management of web site
development & maintenance for both public & staff; operation &
development of the Digital Media Studio; planning & execution of
digitization projects.
Essential
functions: Administration of the Digital Library Services Program Area, including:
planning, budget preparation & oversight, assessment & evaluation, staff
training & development, management reports and the monitoring of personnel
and other resources. Coordinates Digital Library Services with other Library
depts. to provide development & maintain support for web products,
digitization, the Digital Media Studio, off-campus access to electronic
resources, & support for other online resources. Creatively builds new
services and relationships that anticipate and respond to the changes in the
direction of higher education and the technology revolution. Participates in the
Library's planning and assessment activities. Identifies joint program
initiatives and assigns program staff and resources to these as appropriate.
Monitors national & international trends & developments relevant to the
program area and initiates changes as indicated. Develops and implements
mechanisms to assess progress toward goals and unit effectiveness. Develops
budget proposals in relation to the program area goals and allocates the
resources assigned. Serves on the Library Management Team, the Coordinators
Team, and other teams and committees as appropriate. Responsible for design,
execution, and effectiveness of a system of internal controls that comply with
applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Required
qualifications: Master's degree from an
American Library Association accredited institution. At least 5 years of
post-MLS professional library experience in a research or academic library, 3
years of which includes supervisory experience. Minimum 3 years experience in a
four-year academic setting. Demonstrated leadership, communication, project
management, and technology skills. Knowledge of trends impacting libraries and
technology, particularly web-based services. Knowledge of hardware and software
requirements for web sites, digitization projects, and digital media labs.
Experience in database-driven web site development using Java and MySQL on Linux
and Windows platforms. Experience in the planning and execution of digitization
projects. Experience with the operation, maintenance, and development of a
Digital Media Studio. Equivalent combination of relevant education and
experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred
qualifications: Second advanced degree in a
related field. 3 years experience in the management of large, complex web sites,
especially academic or academic library web sites. 3 years experience with
complex technology projects. Additional Requirements: Applicants must include in
their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of
company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of
job duties and 2) Education: If no high school diploma or GED, list highest
grade completed; If some college or college degree, list school name, degree
type, major, graduated or not, and hours completed if not
graduated.
Working
conditions Exposure to standard office conditions. Repetitive use of a keyboard at
a workstation. Security Sensitive; criminal background check conducted.
Professional development, conferences, and training may require
travel and/or overnight accommodations. The position may work non-traditional
hours, such as nights, weekends, and some holidays. The Digital Library Services
Program Area is located in the basement of the Central Library.
Applicants MUST apply online at http://www.uta.edu/jobs/. If you need
assistance or need to use a computer with Internet, you can come to our office
at 140 West Mitchell Street, B200, Arlington, TX 76019 (Monday-Friday, 8AM to 4
PM). For questions and assistance, call 817-272-3461. This job may
close at any time. Please check http://www.uta.edu/jobs/ for a list of
currently open positions. UTA is an EO/AA employer.
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Sarah
Jones
Digital Library Services
The University of Texas at Arlington
Library
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Office: (817)
272-5317
Cell: (817) 821-6844
Fax: (817) 272-3924