[Web4lib] Position Announcement - Web Services Programmer

[Brandon Dudley]

Please excuse the cross-posting.

Please direct all inquiries to the contact information listed at the end 
of this message. Also, the below is posted on the web at 
http://www.sonoma.edu/hs/jobs/2895.html

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Sonoma State University

Web Services Programmer
Analyst Programmer - Career
University Library
First Review of Applications: September 11, 2007
Please refer to #2895 in all correspondence regarding this position.

Position:Under the general supervision of the Director of Library 
Technology, the Web Services Programmer develops Web applications and 
integrates Web 2.0 services to ensure the seamless delivery of online 
library resources and is primarily responsible for the development of 
application, Web Services, database backend, and integrated software 
solutions.   The Web Services Programmer (WSP) is responsible for 
writing, modifying, and debugging complex computer programs using Perl, 
PHP, JavaScript, SQL, XML, and other languages and protocols as needed. 
  The WSP applies systems analysis procedures, including consulting with 
users and vendor’s documentation, to determine software and system 
design specifications and utilizes structured programming techniques as 
well as knowledge of operating system and network configuration, 
programming and protocols to integrate programming requirements and 
objectives; provides project documentation and implementation plans; 
manages workflow; advises on overall technical system requirements; and 
ensures the successful completion of project-on-time and within budget. 
   Work is generally performed on campus and in an office setting, with 
occasional evening and weekend work required to meet operational needs.

Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree with three years of experience in 
programming web-based applications is required, preferably in a higher 
education setting.   MLS or equivalent, from an ALA-accredited program 
is preferred.  The successful candidate will possess excellent 
interpersonal and communication skills; project management experience, 
with a record of good time and fiscal management; knowledge and 
understanding of existing and evolving standards; programming and 
debugging experience with such languages as PERL, PHP, JavaScript and 
SQL in a LAMP environment; an understanding of database design and 
structures; and experience with HTML, XHTML, DHTML, CSS, XML, XLST. 
Must have an understanding of Web 2.0 programming standards and 
architecture; technical and vendor documentation and ability to maintain 
internal documentation; knowledge of network configuration, programming, 
and protocols.  Experience is preferred in developing applications in a 
academic library setting; working with freeware or open source 
applications, appropriate to an academic library environment; commercial 
and/or open source web content management systems; and developing 
applications to work with current Innovative Interfaces and ExLibris 
APIs.  The successful candidate will possess the proven ability to work 
independently as well as part of a team; work accurately with a high 
degree of attention to detail; prioritize and organize assignments; work 
cooperatively with faculty, staff, administration, patrons, and vendors; 
and be flexible in a constantly changing, fast-paced environment, with 
constant interruptions.    Some evening and weekend hours may be 
scheduled to meet operational needs; and occasional travel by car and 
air are required. (Evidence of degree(s) or certificate(s) required at 
time of hire.)

Salary and Benefits: The salary range is $4,170 to $8,536 a month. 
Starting salary placement will not exceed the beginning of the range. 
This is a full time, non-exempt position, which will lead toward 
permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary 
period.  A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available 
at http://www.calstate.edu/Benefits/Summaries/2006_SupportServices.pdf 
or by request at Human Services.

Application Process: A completed SSU Employment Application form is 
required for each desired position by the filing deadline. Filing 
deadlines may be extended to meet the needs of the recruitment. A resume 
may be submitted in addition to the application. Please be aware that 
any resume submitted without a completed application will not be 
considered. For more information on the application process and to 
download an on-line application, please visit 
www.sonoma.edu/hs/application.html. You may also contact Human Services 
to have an application mailed to you. Materials submitted with your 
application will not be returned. Human Services must receive 
applications for staff positions by 4:30 p.m. on the filing deadline 
date, unless otherwise specified. The ADA Coordinator is available to 
assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation in the 
hiring process.
In addition to meeting fully its obligations of nondiscrimination under 
federal and state laws, Sonoma State University is committed to creating 
a community in which a diverse population can learn, live, and work in 
an atmosphere of tolerance, civility, and respect for the rights and 
sensibilities of each individual, without regard to economic status, 
ethnic background, political views, or other personal characteristics or 
beliefs. Sonoma State University is an Equal Opportunity /ADA Employer.



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