[Web4Lib Position] Web Support Specialist/Webmaster For Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, Topeka, Kansas

[Tracy Seitz]

The following is an annoucment for a professional vacany

March 20, 2000

WEB SUPPORT SPECIALIST/WEBMASTER

The Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library is seeking applications for an
aggressive and creative WEB SUPPORT SPECIALIST/WEBMASTER.  This position
will be available June 1, 2000.

The Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library is ever growing and ever
changing.  The employees at the Library are experiencing exciting times with
new construction and new job opportunities.  If you are looking to make a
change and would like to work at a library full of opportunity and
excitement, this is the place for you.

The Library is committed to making a difference in the community.  The
Library serves a population of 160,000 with a total budget of $7 million; a
staff of 160 and over 85,000 registered borrowers.  August 1996, the voters
of Shawnee Co. approved a $23M bond issue to expand the present library.
This will expand the current 65,000-sq. ft. facility to 168,000 sq. ft.
Internationally known architect, Michael Graves, is the design consultant
for the project that will be completed in 2001.  Recently, the Library
opened a Vision 2000 technology-training center to provide training to
associates and patrons.  Join a team of four Automation staff to maintain
over 150 microcomputers; Dynix automated library system, web server and
various specialized servers.  The Library is currently moving aggressively
to expand technology and expects to have over 350 computers by the end of
2002.

The Web Support Specialist/Webmaster reports to the Automation Manager.  The
essential job functions include: develop and maintain library World Wide Web
services including the public web site in cooperation with library public
relations staff, Intranet web site, and library catalog web interface;
develop and implement a regular program to test usability and effectiveness
of library’s web presence; coordinate regular updates to the content of the
library’s web site with other library staff; troubleshoot hardware or
software related problems; maintain the overall network, Internet
accessibility, Web page design and implementation; select software and
hardware as authorized; assist in installation and repair of hardware and
software; train staff in the effective use of appropriate technology with
special emphasis on electronic mail, the Internet, and Web page design;
provide assistance to staff regarding technology-related problems,
questions, and projects; frequent interaction with library staff and patrons
is required.

The required/desired qualifications include:  Bachelor’s Degree in a related
field from an accredited college or university and two years of web
development experience; Master of Library Science and previous library
experience preferred; knowledge of and experience with HTML, PERL, JAVA
scripting and web development tools required; knowledge of UNIX, Windows NT,
Web PAC and IIS desired; experience with web site usability testing and
graphic design desired.  This position requires excellent communication,
organizational, and analytical skills.  The individual must have the ability
to be flexible and work independently.  Strong service orientation required.

Topeka, the Capitol City of Kansas, is located on I-70 linking Kansas City
(70 miles east), the University of Kansas-Lawrence (20 miles east), Washburn
University-Topeka and Kansas State University-Manhattan (50 miles west).
Topeka has a stable economy and very good housing at affordable costs.

Salary starts at $36,400.  Excellent benefits, including BCBS health/dental
at no cost to employee ($50/mo for family plan), retirement and cafeteria
plan, with 22 days vacation and 12 days sick leave.

Please submit an application with resume and three professional references
to Human Resources, Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 SW 10th,
Topeka, KS 66604-1374.  231-0518.  Visit our web site at
http://www.tscpl.org  EOE  (First review of applications received is
4/14/2000.  Applications accepted until position is filled.)