[Web4lib] Job Posting: Library Web Applications Developer

[Michele Melia]

Library Web Applications Developer

Job Summary:

Upstate Medical University Health Sciences Library seeks an innovative,
creative and flexible team-player to participate in the development of a
state-of-the art library web presence. Responsibilities include: creating
and maintaining web, database and multimedia applications for the Library;
involvement in all phases of web-based projects including design,
development, testing, documentation and support; implementation of usability
guidelines/tests and current coding conventions; assistance with planning
departmental web and database development strategies; remain current with
cutting-edge web practices and emerging technologies. Additional
responsibilities: working with the Associate Director and the technical
services team to ensure that library resources and infrastructure meet the
needs of the Upstate community.  Reporting to the Head of Web Services; this
position will contribute to departmental tasks and special initiatives as
assigned.

The Health Sciences Library provides services and resources to a variety of
audiences including the colleges of medicine, graduate studies, health
professions, and nursing and University Hospital and the central NY
community.  Programs are expanding in the areas of evidence-based practice
and consumer/patient health information. We also are working to redesign our
web presence to meet more intuitively the needs of our customers. For more
information about our library and its services and resources, please visit
our homepage: www.upstate.edu/library 

Qualifications:

Required: Bachelor's degree and 2 years experience with web programming and
database design/management or Associate's degree and 4 years experience.
Demonstrated experience with dynamic, database-driven web technologies;
proficiency with web programming languages (i.e., PHP, Perl, ColdFusion) and
database design/management; functional knowledge of HTML, CSS, and UNIX.

Preferred: Advanced degree and/or certification; strong communication and
interpersonal skills, the ability to work on multiple projects with shifting
priorities and a propensity for learning new technologies;  proven ability
to interact successfully with various levels of staff in a team-oriented,
collaborative environment;  experience with project management

Salary:  $47,000 + DOQ

Application Procedures: Review of applications will begin immediately. You
may apply directly on-line at www.upstate.edu with a resume and cover
letter. Or you may mail your resume and cover letter to: Head of Search
Committee, Library Web Applications Developer, Health Sciences Library, 750
E. Adams Street, Syracuse, NY 13210.

SUNY Upstate Medical University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer, committed to
excellence through diversity.


Michele Melia, MA, MLS
Electronic Resources Librarian
SUNY Upstate Medical University
766 Irving Avenue
Syracuse, NY 13210
315.464.7192
meliam at upstate.edu