Web Council Chair Position - Arizona State University West

[Alissa Connelly]

Web Council Chair, Arizona State University West.  We are seeking an
innovative and energetic professional to provide leadership and direction
for the management and development of the Library's website.  The Chair will
coordinate the use of web technology to accomplish the Library's mission and
goals, attend relevant meetings to contribute to planning and
decision-making, communicate and collaborate with Library units and staff as
well as relevant campus and university departments and units.  The Chair
will supervise Web Council staff in the coordination of content development,
the development of new web-based services, the evaluation and assessment of
new content and services in consultation with content providers, the
development of guidelines and standards, and the daily management and
maintenance of the Library's website.  The Web Council Chair will
participate in public service activities through reference desk rotation
and/or instruction.  

ASU West Library is implementing innovative service programs built on
desktop delivery, customizable user interfaces, and information literacy.
The Library makes extensive use of electronic systems and resources and
spends more than $1M annually for collections and access.  One of the
Arizona State University campuses, ASU West combines the small campus
environment with research institution resources and serves both the academic
and surrounding community.  ASU West is implementing a lower division
curriculum which includes learning communities with librarians as members of
the instructional teams.  Library staff receive excellent support for
professional activity, service, development and computing.  Visit the
Library's web site for additional information:
<http://www.west.asu.edu/library/info/info.html> 
 
Required qualifications:  ALA-accredited Master's Degree.  Demonstrated
experience with: the design, development, and management of library
websites; database and web searching.  Demonstrated knowledge of: how people
use information; HTML and web authoring or development tools; emerging
trends in web technology.  Demonstrated skill in communication.

Desired qualifications:  Demonstrated experience: with Cold Fusion, creating
database-driven websites; conducting usability studies; in reference or
instruction; project management; supervision; participating in group
projects.  Demonstrated knowledge of accessibility standards.  

Rank and Salary: This is a continuing appointment (tenure) position with
requirements for professional contribution and service.  Rank: Assistant
Librarian; Salary: $38,000 minimum.

To Apply:  Submit current resume with letter of application addressing
background and experience relevant to the qualifications to: Chair, Web
Council Chair Search Committee, ASU West Library, PO Box 37100, Phoenix,
Arizona 85069-7100.  Names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail
addresses of four professional references will be required prior to
interview.

Deadline for Applications:  Applications must be received by August 15, 2001
or the 15th day of each month thereafter until the position is filled.

General Information About ASU West:  Arizona State University West, a vital
component of ASU's multi-campus structure, serves more than 5,000
undergraduate students at its modern growing campus in Phoenix, one of the
country's most dynamic multi-cultural and economic environments. ASU West is
an urban, commuter campus with a focus on learner-centered education. The
University is committed to a balance of research and teaching,
faculty-student research collaboration, interdisciplinary perspectives, and
the development of University-community partnerships. ASU West is dedicated
to increasing the diversity of its campus community, and encouraging an
environment that offers students knowledge about local, national, and global
communities. ASU West is an AA/EO employer in policy and practice.