[CODE4LIB] Job: Web and User Interface Librarian at Wayne State University
Web and User Interface Librarian Wayne State University Detroit **Position Description:** The Web and User Interface Librarian works in the Discovery Services Team under the supervision of the Assistant Director for Discovery and Innovation. This individual will collaborate with a wide range of library units to develop the next generation of fully integrated and engaging online library experiences. **Essential Job Functions:** ● Create and optimize effective user interfaces for a wide range of library systems including library developed discovery interfaces like the University Libraries Digital Collection and Quicksearch discovery tool. ● Develop page, template and element designs in line with WSU Library System and University branding. ● Provide design guidance to the Discovery Services and Digital Publishing Teams for a wide range of web properties. ● Integrate new content for the library website and related systems. ● Create graphics, images, photographs, videos and other media to support content development. ● Promote interface integration among library systems, such as the library discovery layers, interlibrary loan, websites, digital collection systems, and with campus-wide systems. ● Work with a wide range of stakeholders to iteratively test and develop user interfaces with key user groups. ● Participate in library teams and special projects related to library discovery, digital publishing, and user experience testing. ● Other duties as assigned. **Qualifications:** • Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA- accredited library school. • Demonstrated design experience in a variety of digital formats, such as web pages, discovery systems, and mobile interfaces. • Knowledge and experience with mobile web development, notably responsive web design techniques. • Undergraduate degree concentration or equivalent experience that demonstrates abilities in web development and mobile web development. • Minimum one year of experience and/or formal training in Web/multimedia development. • Experience in programming languages, including PHP, jQuery/JavaScript, shell scripting, etc. • Experience with UNIX/Linux/OSX operating systems and the LAMP environment. • Highly developed written and verbal communication skills. • Knowledge of passive usability tools, such as log analysis and website analytics systems. **Preferred Qualifications:** ● Experience working with content management systems, such as Drupal, Wordpress. ● Experience working with discovery platforms, such as Blacklight and VuFind ● Knowledge of Agile development methodologies. For information on how to apply please see: [https://jobs.wayne.edu/](https://jobs.wayne.edu) Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/15655/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Web and User Interface Librarian at Wayne State University Libraries
**Web and User Interface Librarian / Wayne State University University Libraries** Position Description: The Web and User Interface Librarian works in the Discovery Services Team under the supervision of the Associate Director for Discovery Services. This individual will collaborate with a wide range of library units to develop the next generation of fully integrated and engaging online library experiences. Essential Job Functions: • Create effective user interfaces for a wide range of library systems. • Develop page, template and element designs in line with WSU Library System and University branding. • Assist in the planning, deployment, and management of a new employee intranet portal and document management system. • Assist in the management and continued development of library system LibGuides, and provide technical support for content creation. • Provide design guidance to the Discovery Services and Digital Publishing Teams for a wide range of web properties. • Integrate new content for the library website and related systems. • Create graphics, images, photographs, videos and other media to support content development. • Promote interface integration among library systems, such as the library discovery layers, interlibrary loan, websites, digital collection systems, and with campus-wide systems. • Work with a wide range of stakeholders to iteratively test and develop user interfaces with key user groups. • Participate in library teams and special projects related to library discovery, digital publishing, and user experience testing. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA- accredited library school. • Demonstrated design experience in a variety of digital formats, such as web pages, discovery systems, and mobile interfaces. • Knowledge and experience with mobile web development, notably responsive web design techniques. • Undergraduate degree concentration or equivalent experience that demonstrates abilities in web development and mobile web development. • Minimum one year of experience and/or formal training in Web/multimedia development. • Experience in programming languages, including PHP, jQuery/JavaScript, shell scripting, etc. • Experience with UNIX/Linux/OSX operating systems and the LAMP environment. • Highly developed written and verbal communication skills. • Knowledge of passive usability tools, such as log analysis and website analytics systems. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience working with content management systems, such as Drupal, Wordpress. • Experience working with and theming digital content platforms, such as Omeka, DLXS, etc. • Knowledge of Agile development methodologies. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/5328/