Position Announcement - Web Development Librarian

[Ernie Howe]

Web Development Librarian 

The University of Alberta Libraries, with a long tradition of service
excellence to the University and its communities, seek a dynamic
individual to lead the Library's web development.  As the creative
designer and coordinator of the Library's Web presence, you will
provide leadership in building a site which effectively uses new Web
technologies to present  the wide array of digital and print resources
available through the Library, guides users in their research
endeavours, and engages them through dynamic and interactive design.  

Your role will encompass design, development, maintenance, consulting,
and ongoing evaluation of the Library's Web-based services.  As a
member of the Information Technology Resources and Services portfolio,
you will work with other librarians and technical staff in the Web
development group, consult with library users for evaluation and
continuous improvement of the site,  and  other campus web developers
in promoting a consistent University presentation.  Through the
Library's Web policy team, you will shape decisions on long-term
directions for the Library's web presence, as well as its evolution
within the provincial library network initiative known as The Alberta
Library. 

The University of Alberta Library is Canada's second largest research
library, with an active program of electronic information products,
Web development supporting collections and services, and digital
library initiatives in areas such as document delivery, graphic image
and data collections, and Internet resource cataloguing.  For more
information, visit our web site at www.library.ualberta.ca. 


Qualifications, Preferred Skills and Experience:

Master of Library Science, or equivalent, from an ALA accredited
institution 

Demonstrated creativity and experience in designing, developing and
maintaining Web sites, including experience with tools and techniques
for supporting dynamic content, distributed authoring, client
authentication, and site indexing

Familiarity with Web programming tools, with expertise in one or more
of the following tools: Cold Fusion, Active Server Pages, JavaScript,
VBScript, and Perl. Experience with database development using Access,
SQL Server or Oracle would be an asset. 

Knowledge of information technology trends, their impacts on library
services and collections, emerging digital library applications and
metadata standards 

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and successful
participation in collaborative work environments. Front line
experience in library public services an asset. Organizational skills,
resourcefulness, and a sense of humour are essential. 

Applicants are encouraged to provide with their applications examples
of their work, either as URL's or files on disk, and references to one
or more library sites they judge as notable. 


Salary and Rank: 

This tenure track position is classified at the Librarian 1 level,
with a current salary range of $34,323 to $62,945, dependent on
qualifications and experience. Librarians at the University of Alberta
have academic status and participate in a generous benefits program.
Closing date for this competition is April 23, 1999. 


To Apply:

To apply, please mail, fax or e-mail your resume and the names of
three references to:

Karen Adams
Director of Library Services and Information Resources
Cameron Library
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
T6G 2J8

fax: (403) 492 -8302
email: karen.adams at ualberta.ca

The University of Alberta has a clear vision - to be indisputably
recognized as one of Canada's finest Universities.  The University's
vision of the optimum environment for learning and research demands
major investment in information technology services and
infrastructure, innovative and resourceful staff and commitment to a
dynamic process of change.  Further information is available on the
University's home page at: http://www.ualberta.ca.

In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, this
advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent
residents.  If suitable Canadian citizens and permanent residents
cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.

The University of Alberta is committed to the principle of equity in
employment.  As an employer we welcome diversity in the workplace and
encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including
Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible
minorities.