Position open at Georgia State University
Georgia State University Library seeks a creative and innovative individual to provide leadership as the Web Services Librarian. 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 identifies policy, technical, and programmatic needs of the Library’s web site and various web applications running locally or from hosted services.
The Web Services Librarian collaborates and leads discussion with library employees, committees, groups, and departments regarding website and application interface functionality. The Web Services Librarian will provide leadership on website policy and technical standards, and adhere to those standards/policies while creating a supportive, collaborative atmosphere working with the Department Head and management to establish policies and procedures, priorities, and timelines. Other responsibilities include maintaining current awareness of digital library technologies and actively participating in local, national, and international meetings and organizations. As a faculty member, the incumbent will serve on library committees and engage in scholarly activities.
The Web Services Librarian reports to the Head of Digital Library Services and supervises two Web Programmer Analysts, student workers, and Graduate Research Assistants as needed.
Salary and Rank : Minimum salary of $47,000 for 12 months commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. Appointment at a faculty rank, on a contract renewal basis.
Review of materials has been extended and will begin January 29, 2010, and continue until the position is filled.
Read the complete vacancy announcement.
