[CODE4LIB] Job: E-Learning Librarian at Appalachian State University

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The University Libraries at Appalachian State University seeks an E-Learning 
Librarian that will lead the formulation, production, and advancement of 
e-learning and teaching with technology initiatives that support the curricular 
efforts of the University Libraries and the broader campus communities. 

Responsibilities

Lead the library by providing expertise on instructional design, pedagogy, and 
projects that focus on blended learning, e-learning, teaching with technology, 
and emerging technologies in the area of instruction and information literacy.
Identify and develop effective working relationships in the Library and across 
campus with individuals and groups that support e-learning activities.
Collaborate with library and campus colleagues in the design and delivery of 
e-learning content in support of Library teaching and learning programs.
Design, create, facilitate, and assess the use of online instructional 
materials, tutorials, and other digital learning tools for use by students, 
faculty, and staff.
Maintain awareness of current trends in e-learning and actively seek out 
innovative technologies that facilitate or enhance library instruction and 
services.
Participate in the Library’s instruction and liaison programs and provide 
outreach and service to faculty and students, including Tech4Teach Fair and 
website (http://tech4teach.appstate.edu).
Engage in an active program of scholarship and professional service. 

The full ad can be found at 
https://hr.appstate.edu/employment/faculty-vacancies/450



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Metadata Technologies Program Manager at Harvard University - Harvard Library

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The Harvard Library is looking for a collaborative leader to develop and 
contribute to a diverse metadata program focusing on incorporating emerging 
technologies, such as linked data, and experimenting with innovative approaches 
to creating discovery metadata.  The incumbent will expand the range of options 
being employed to address library metadata needs by conceptualizing projects, 
developing project plans, identifying training for metadata staff to build the 
required skill set, developing solid working relationships and infrastructure 
plans with campus technology units, and participating in forward-looking 
collaborative projects with our peer institutions (e.g. the Linked Data for 
Libraries project).  The incumbant will play a key role in furthering the 
success of the libraries’ digital presence by enhancing resource discovery on 
the open web and improving access to collections.



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Library Application Developer at Drexel University Libraries

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Job Summary: 
Drexel University Libraries seek a creative and energetic Application Developer 
who will develop, implement, and maintain innovative and effective tools and 
services. The successful candidate will have primary responsibility for the 
search and discovery applications that support student and faculty academic 
research, including the library catalog, Summon discovery service, and other 
tools. 

The Libraries seeks to improve discovery services by incorporating new types of 
content, including research datasets, faculty publications, and university 
records. In collaboration with team members, library staff, and campus 
partners, the incumbent will investigate and implement solutions that will 
advance this initiative. The candidate will also support discovery by piloting 
and launching solutions that leverage technologies such as Linked Open Data and 
RDF triplestores to expose Drexel content on the web for reuse by other 
researchers and institutions. 

As a member of the Data and Digital Stewardship division, the candidate will 
also play a lead role ensuring that public and staff applications adhere to 
accessibility standards and that the Libraries provide a consistent and 
efficient experience across our public interfaces. Reporting to the Manager, 
Discovery Systems, the Application Developer works closely with team members, 
library staff, and other stakeholders to determine needs, develop design 
documentation, troubleshoot applications, and provide maintenance. The 
candidate will maintain up-to-date system documentation and manage code in a 
version-control system. 

Job URL: http://www.drexeljobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=81968

Required Qualifications:
  * Bachelor's degree in Information or Computer Sciences or related field or 
equivalent combination of experience. 
  * A minimum of one year of relevant work experience. 
  * Demonstrated proficiency in a scripting language, such as Python or Bash, 
with experience in one or more of the following major programming languages: 
Ruby, PHP, Java. 
  * Strong working knowledge of Javascript/jQuery, HTML5, CSS. 
  * Experience with Linux operating systems. 
  * Prior work implementing or maintaining front-end services and tools. 
  * Commitment to continuously enhancing and developing skills. 
  * Strong oral and written communications skills. 
  * Demonstrated success in working effectively both independently and within 
teams. 
  * Evidence of flexibility and initiative working within a dynamic 
environment. 

Preferred Qualifications:
   * Experience in an academic and/or library environment. 
   * Knowledge of Linked Open Data principles and tools, such as RDF and 
SPARQL. 
   * Familiarity with relational database design and Postgres or MySQL. 
   * Working knowledge of Apache, Tomcat & other delivery servers. 
   * Experience with a version-control system such as Git or Subversion.  

Key Responsibilities:
   * Assist in improving the Libraries' current search and discovery 
environment by solutions that integrate new content types such as research 
data, faculty publications, and university records through development and 
implementation of discovery applications. 
   * Enhance and extend discovery of Drexel research and researchers with 
solutions that link researcher profiles with citations of their research data 
and publications. 
   * Provide technical support for search and discovery applications, including 
maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades. 
   * Pilot and launch solutions that expose images, datasets, and other digital 
content for inclusion in external search tools as well as reuse by researchers 
and other organizations. 
   * Ensure adherence to industry and University standards for web 
accessibility through technical improvements to the Libraries' public and staff 
applications. 
   * Improve the discoverability of the Libraries content and services on the 
Web through the use of OpenGraph and Schema.org protocols to increase rankings 
in both web-scale search engines and specific tools like Google Scholar 
   * Implement and maintain statistics and analytics tools for library 
applications in support of library-wide quality improvement initiatives. 
   * Serve as technical liaison for the Libraries' website, managed by campus 
IT. 
   * Serve as backup to Discovery Systems team members. 
   * Other duties as assigned.     

Supplemental Posting Information:
Drexel University offers an attractive benefits package including tuition 
remission, a generous retirement package with matching funds (up to 11 percent) 
and an opportunity to join a talented team of professionals directly helping 
the University achieve its record growth and quality reputation. 

Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, welcomes 
individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and believes that an 
inclusive and respectful environment enriches the University community and the 
educationa

[CODE4LIB] Job: Web Developer and User Interface Designer at University of California, Riverside

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Announcing the employment opportunity for a Web Developer and User Interface 
Designer at the University of California, Riverside Library

Overview:  The Web Developer and User Interface Designer is responsible for 
conducting website design and user interface planning, design, implementation, 
testing and assessment for internal communications purposes, external 
communications and marketing purposes and instructional services.

Alternatively, go to http://jobs.ucr.edu 

 

 




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[CODE4LIB] Job: Systems Librarian at Louisiana State University

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The Systems Librarian collaborates with a team of programmers and librarians in 
the Technology Initiatives Department, which uses Agile methods to organize 
work. He/she is responsible for the management of the LSU Libraries’ library 
services platforms, consisting of the integrated library system (SirsiDynix 
Symphony) and discovery service (EBSCO Discovery Service). He/she aids in the 
development and integration of LSU Libraries’ core services with other digital 
library systems, such as the Louisiana Digital Library and LSU Digital Commons, 
and works to ensure access to the Libraries’ electronic resources.

60%: Serves as the administrator for the library services platform (LSP), 
consisting of the ILS and discovery service; Manages configuration of the LSP; 
Coordinates OPAC and discovery layer customizations and improvements; Works 
with the Libraries’ staff, the LOUIS consortium and the ILS vendor to develop 
the functionality of the library services platform; Coordinates testing and 
implementation of new releases of the ILS software; Coordinates problem 
reporting and troubleshooting; Creates staff accounts, and coordinates with LSU 
ITS to ensure patron data loads; Responsible for the security of the system and 
the integrity of the data within; Participates in training sessions, 
conferences and meetings related to system administration, and conducts 
training as needed; Assesses the effectiveness of the LSP and identifies 
existing and emerging needs.
25%: Works with Technology Initiatives team in a highly collaborative, team 
based environment, primarily to develop integration of the library services 
platform and core library services with other library software being developed 
by the team, such as the Louisiana Digital Library based on Islandora, LSU 
Digital Commons (Digital Commons) and other innovative web applications; Works 
to automate and extend the functionality of core library services by using APIs 
and programmatic utilities.
15%: Works to ensure access to electronic collections, such as databases, 
ebooks and ejournals through the administration of authentication methods such 
as EZproxy and full text linking services.

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program or 
relevant masters degree. One year of experience and specific experience 
supporting an integrated library system or discovery service or other 
collection management system; Knowledge of library standards, including MARC 
and XML; Working knowledge of HTML, CSS and library automation systems, such as 
EZproxy, MarcEdit, OpenURL link resolvers, OCLC WorldCat. 

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with SirsiDynix Symphony; Experience with 
library cataloging and/or acquisitions experience; Knowledge of one or more 
general programming languages: PHP, Python, Perl, JavaScript; Working knowledge 
of XML and XSLT, particularly library specific applications - MARCXML, MODS, 
Dublin Core.



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[CODE4LIB] Seeking input on UX data stewardship in libraries

[Lisa Gayhart]

Hello,


If you or your library engages in user experience research - e.g. surveys, 
interview, usability test transcripts, card sorts, photos, etc - I’m 
interesting in learning about how you manage the resulting UX data.


Please consider completing this short 
survey about your 
experiences. The information collected will inform an investigation into 
current and best practices regarding management and stewardship of user 
experience data in libraries.


We are open to any and all comments regarding your experiences with UX data 
management, stewardship, privacy, and security.


Thank you,

  *   Lisa Gayhart, User Experience Librarian - lisa.gayh...@utoronto.ca

  *   Kyla Everall, User Services Librarian - kyla.ever...@utoronto.ca

  *   University of Toronto Libraries

Lisa Gayhart | User Experience Librarian | University of Toronto Libraries | 
Information Technology Services | 
lisa.gayh...@utoronto.ca| 416-946-0959

[CODE4LIB] Job Announcement: Senior Systems Librarian, Brandeis University

[Katherine Collins]

Senior Systems Librarian, Brandeis University

Job ID: 525826

Brandeis University seeks to hire a Senior Systems Librarian to be
responsible for administration and configuration of library systems, web
sites and applications.

*Key Responsibilities:*

   - Responsible for implementation, support and maintenance of campus-wide
   library systems and applications, including but not limited to Alma, Primo,
   ILLiad, Library Web Sites, Dspace and other systems as implemented.


   - Responsible for providing leadership in partnership with the Manager
   of Library Systems in planning new initiatives, and for facilitating
   communication between the Libary technical staff and non-technical staff.


   - Responsible for enhancing library systems and applications, and
   implementing and facilitating integration of library systems and
   interoperability between library systems, other campus systems, and cloud
   services.


   - Responsible for execution of all phases of projects to implement,
   administer, configure, support and document the library systems; assist the
   Manager of Library Systems in planning and coordinating such projects;
   working with Networks & Systems group to maintain and support the library
   servers; providing back-up support to the Manager of Library Systems.


   - Responsible for operational activities including configuring,
   troubleshooting and upgrading library systems, software and peripherals;
   installing modules and software related to the library systems including,
   but not limited to, Exlibris software systems, digital asset management
   software.


   - Responsible for providing technical leadership, planning,
   architecture, design and methodology for library systems initiatives and
   implementations; in partnership with Networks & Systems defining library
   systems specifications, planning and implementing data and digital asset
   preservation; analyzing workflow and recommending process changes; creating
   internal system and training staff on library application and processes;
   keeping current with technology developments and applications.


   - Develops and documents software programs to facilitate
   interoperability between systems; works within established Technology
   Services software development framework to develop software programs using
   standards and best practices; automates data loads and feeds to and from
   the library systems; other scripting as needed.


   - Analyzes users' data, application and reporting needs to design
   processes and best practices; assists users with ad hoc report creation;
   scripting for data transformation and reporting. Responsible for developing
   and enhancing interfaces for user-facing services.


   - Responsible for supporting and maintaining all library systems and
   services as backup for the Manager of Library Systems; Back-up core
   function of systems in the library and be available for on-call


   - Responsible for working with library staff and university community on
   planning for, implementing and administering systems for the public
   discovery, storage and preservation of digital materials.

*Qualifications:*

*Required:*

   - MLS or MSI degree from an ALA-accredited institution of higher
   education
   - 5-7 years experience with library digital repositories; experience
   developing and managing library systems (Alma, Primo)
   - Proficiency with Perl (or PHP), SQL, HTML, XML required; May train
   others in functional area and interact with others across University and/or
   externally
   - Familiarity with metadata standards such as EAD, MARC, Dublic Core
   - Strong organizational, communication, customer service and
   interpersonal skills
   - Ability to work well with faculty, staff, and students. May make
   presentations to stakeholders
   - Strong analytical skills for complex software issues. Recommend and
   support the Manager of library system to make decision on process and
   workflow changes
   - Experience with open source software, applications, web tools and new
   technology
   - Ability to work with various constituencies and facilitate
   collaboration between them

*Preferred:*

   - Strong knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems
   - Experience supporting campus-wide enterprise systems including
   integrated library systems, link resolvers, proxy servers, federated
   searching, digital asset management tools, electronic resource management
   systems
   - Strong technical and troubleshooting skills for complex applications.
   - Proficiency with relational databases, database back-ended applications
   - Experience with scripting languages and using APIs; experience with
   CSS, XML, XSL, XSLT and harvesting standards
   - Experience in a research library or academic library
   - Experience with UX/usability testing methods
   - Experience in teaching library staff using new software/tools

*How to Apply:*

Submit cover letter and resume as 

[CODE4LIB] JOB: Head, Metadata & Cataloguing Services, Waterloo ON Canada

[Alison Hitchens]

Good morning,

The University of Waterloo Library is seeking a Head, Metadata & Cataloguing 
Services


Reporting to the Associate University Librarian, Research & Digital Discovery 
Services (MCS), the incumbent will lead the department of 15 staff in 
transitioning to providing a variety of metadata services to meet a range of 
discovery needs while continuing to support MARC-based descriptive cataloguing. 
The Head, MCS provides vision and leadership, strategic planning and management 
for all of the operational activities of the Metadata & Cataloguing Services 
department including the Holdings Maintenance and Inventory Control unit and 
the Cataloguing & Metadata unit. The Head, MCS works collaboratively to lead 
the development of metadata services in evolving digital and physical 
environments. The successful candidate will have a clear vision for the future 
of resource discovery and access.

The University of Waterloo Library is a member of the Canadian Association of 
Research Libraries (CARL), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the 
Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), and the Ontario Council of 
University Libraries (OCUL). The incumbent will work with OCUL libraries as we 
transition towards enhanced collaboration on a shared library platform through 
the OCUL Collaborative Futures 
project. The Library is a 
member of the Tri-University Group (TUG), along with member libraries at the 
University of Guelph and Wilfrid Laurier University, serving a combined student 
population of over 76,000, combined holdings exceeding 5 million, and combined 
budgets exceeding $45 million. The Tri-University Group manages shared 
technology and a remote storage facility, and enables collaborative projects 
across the three library systems.
For more information see: https://partnershipjobs.ca/jobs/6819 or feel free to 
contact me. Deadline for assured consideration is August 11, 2017.

Cheers
Alison


Alison Hitchens
Acting Associate University Librarian, Research & Digital Discovery Services
University of Waterloo Library
ahitc...@uwaterloo.ca
519-888-4567 x35980