[CODE4LIB] Digital Initiatives Librarian
Digital Initiatives Librarian Montana State University Libraries Search Number: 11202-2 Montana State University Library seeks a Digital Initiatives Librarian to explore, test, implement, build, and support our library's digital and mobile software applications. We are looking for a promising professional who seeks an environment that complements her/his career goals and interests. Technical responsibilities include significant web programming and database work. Design and accessibility responsibilities include: web application design, troubleshooting, and maintenance as well as ongoing application development and evaluation. The position also has a variety of project management responsibilities including coordinating and facilitating communication between library teams and university departments, developing project specifications and documentation, and conducting project evaluations. Duties: * Facilitate the development of the Library's overall web-based and digital * services programs. * Act as lead worker for specific projects and working groups as needed. * Train and work directly with library staff to help make them more effective content contributors. * Maintain ongoing development of the Libraries' web services and digital projects. * Incorporate appropriate design principles, information architectures, coding standards, and emerging technologies into the Libraries' various open source web-based systems and projects. * Contribute to processes that deliver library content to external discovery and delivery mechanisms, such as: APIs and RESTful web services, search engine optimization, mobile application development, OAI harvesters, and integration with campus learning management systems and social sites. * Anticipate web trends, investigate their application in academic libraries, and help to develop new web-based and digital services. Salary: $43,000; 2 year, non-tenure track position (contract renewal possible) Required Qualifications: 1. ALA-accredited MLS, MIS, or equivalent. 2. Demonstrated proficiency with HTML/XHTML/CSS and current trends in web development. 3. Demonstrated skill with PHP and MySQL (or equivalent technologies) and relational databases to create dynamic web applications. Deadline: Screening will begin November 16, 2011 and continue until a suitable candidate is hired. Full job posting and application submission details: http://bit.ly/qn5AZ8
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-Original Message- From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Bill Janssen Sent: Thursday, September 08, 2011 4:27 PM To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] iPads as Kiosks David Uspal wrote: > Then again, by selecting the iPad you're essentially tethered to > Apple's iron grip of the iWorld via its iTunes vetting process and > strict control of Apple hardware. YMMV on this depending on what > you're doing, but it should definitely be a consideration when > choosing between Android tablets and the iPad. Only if you go the native app route. I ruthlessly adapted Intuity's Notabene app code to create an HTML5 kiosk app. http://blog.intuitymedialab.eu/2010/05/19/intuitys-notabene-rapid-html5-prototyping-on-the-ipad/ Bill
[CODE4LIB] Web Services Librarian
Web Services Librarian Montana State University Libraries Search Number: 11123-2 Montana State University Libraries seeks a Web Services Librarian to explore, test, implement, and support our library's web-based applications. The Web Services Librarian is responsible for oversight of MSU Libraries' website as well as the support and development of library web applications. Technical responsibilities include significant web programming and database work. Design and accessibility responsibilities include web design, troubleshooting, and ongoing site development, maintenance, and evaluation. The position also has a variety of leadership and project management responsibilities including coordinating and facilitating communication between library teams and university departments, developing project specifications/documentation, and conducting project evaluations. Duties: - Provide leadership in the development of the Libraries' overall web-based service program; train and work directly with library staff to help make them more effective content contributors and electronic service providers. - Chairs Web Content Group and represents library to other constituents on campus. - Coordinate, maintain, and oversee ongoing development of the Libraries' website and web services. - Incorporate appropriate design principles, information architectures, coding standards, and emerging technologies into the Libraries' various open source web-based systems and projects. - Contribute to processes that deliver library content to external discovery and delivery mechanisms, such as: APIs and RESTful web services, search engine optimization, mobile application development, OAI harvesters, and integration with campus learning management systems and social sites. - Anticipate web trends, investigate their application in academic libraries, and develop new web-based services. Salary: $46,000; Assistant Professor, tenure track, 12 month position Required Qualifications: - ALA-accredited MLS, MIS, or equivalent. - Professional experience working in a library or higher education setting. - Demonstrated proficiency with HTML/XHTML/CSS and current trends in web development. - Demonstrated skill with PHP and MySQL (or equivalent technologies) and relational databases to create dynamic web applications. Deadline: Screening will begin Feb. 14, 2011 and continue until a suitable candidate is hired. Full job posting and application submission details: http://bit.ly/gYQeRQ AA/ADA/EEO/Vet Pref Employer Sandra Fiegi Administrative Assistant Library Administration 406-994-6537 406-994-3119 sandra.fi...@montana.edu
