Phila, PA, UPenn Library Web Manager Position Available

[John C. Hawkins]

NOTICE OF PROFESSIONAL VACANCY
LIBRARY WEB MANAGER - (INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST II)
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
 
SUMMARY
The Library Web Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating 
the design, development and maintenance of the University of 
Pennsylvania Library System's webpages. Develops and promotes standards 
and style guides for use by library web developers.Tracks new web 
development tools and provides training and guidance in their use.  
Reports to the Director for Public Services.
 
DUTIES
Leads a library web development team and in consultation with this group 
sets policy and makes decisions relating to web design and organization.
Works with all library web developers to maintain the quality and utility 
of the Library's electronic interface. Develops style sheets and 
standards, and promotes the use of these. Ensures the currency and 
accuracy of web links and information. Designs and supports customized 
WWW extensions such as enhanced indexing, electronic forms and future 
applications. Works closely with Library Systems staff to monitor and 
evaluate new web development tools, such as graphics software, HTML 
editors and search applications.  Monitors web development by peer 
institutions.  Stays current with HTML development, new web browsers, 
indexing tools, etc. Trains staff in the use of web development tools, 
provides expert advice and consultation.  Works with the Vice provost and 
staff to train, prepare web demonstrations, etc. for administrators and 
faculty groups. Works in close cooperation with University web developers 
and others on campus to share expertise and coordinate efforts where 
appropriate. Maintains statistics on web use. Supervises students 
assisting in web maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in theory and practice.  Excellent verbal 
and written communication skills.  Ability to act decisively and work 
with a dynamic team. Strong organizational skills and excellent sense of 
visual and structural design. Creativity and problem solving skills.  
Understanding of academic institutions and libraries.  Working knowledge 
of UNIX, hyper media and layout skills. HTML and Perl programming.  
Experience with desktop publishing software an advantage. 

SALARY & RANK
Information Systems Specialist II - P 5, $29,664-$38,677

APPLICATION PROCESS
Submit a cover letter, resume and names of three references to: Mr. R. I. 
Fisher, Library Human Resources, University of Pennsylvania, 3420 Walnut 
Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6206. Applications received by July 15th 
will receive 1st consideration. THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA IS AN 
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.