[Web4lib] Job Posting: Software Applications/Web Developer -- UMass Lowell

[Fisher, Joseph]

Apologies for cross posting. . .

General Summary (Purpose) of Position
The Software Applications/Web Developer creates, tests, implements,
analyzes, modifies, and supports various software applications to
enhance library services.

Examples of Duties:
1. Enhance library services by:
* Installing, customizing, and administering open source and proprietary
software solutions to meet UML Libraries' needs.
* Investigating open source and proprietary software to identify
opportunities for the UML Libraries.
* Assisting in the selection of web based applications.  
* Providing documentation and training on new software products and
services.
* Collaborating with librarians to determine possible software
modifications.
* Developing scripting and programming solutions to help integrate web
based services.
* Developing HTML forms and templates for web-based application
interfaces.
* Installing new software packages and upgrading legacy software with
Systems Office personnel. 
* Collaborating with librarians and staff on evaluating and selecting
enterprise level software such as integrated library systems (ILS) by
investigating and making recommendations.
* Communicating and training appropriate library staff on new ILS
features. 
* Providing technical support for the library webmaster and web
committee.
* Collaborating on digitization projects.
* Modifying digital archive applications.
* Writing SQL queries.

2. Promote the University's commitment to customer service by:
* Serving on Library and University committees as appointed by the
director.
* Building effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the
University by freely sharing appropriate information and providing
assistance when needed.
* Ensuring optimum service to all internal and external partners in
response to all requests for service and information.
* Maintaining an environment that is welcoming to persons of all
backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor's Degree, Computer Science preferred.
* At least three years professional experience.
* Demonstrated expertise in Java programming; Professional experience in
Java programming highly desirable.
* Experience working in a library; Academic library experience
preferred.
* Expertise in web services development.
* Experience with and working knowledge of a wide variety of information
technology applications. 
* Expertise in: PHP, Javascript, XML, HTML, CSS, Also desirable: Perl;
ASP. 
* Expertise in at least one of the following: Oracle SQL, MySQL, or
MSSQL; also desirable: Visual Basic.
* Experience with: Linux/Unix, MSAccess; also desirable: Solaris,
ASP.NET,
* Experience with Fedora Commons, DSpace, and Drupal highly desirable.
* Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills (written
and oral).
* Strong problem solving skills; ability to meet challenges creatively.
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
* Ability to organize work and to work well under pressure.
* Must be self motivated.
* Ability to work evenings as necessary.
* A job offer for this position is contingent upon a satisfactory
response to a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check and
review.

Supervision Received:  Reports to the Head of Access Services

Initial review of applications will begin October 17, 2008.

 

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Search for Software Application/Web Developer-Library
University of Massachusetts Lowell
C/O Human Resources
883 Broadway Street, Dugan Hall 200
Lowell, MA  01854-5113
Job Reference Number: REPC-AP050801 
Or
E-mail cover letter and resume to careers at uml.edu
Please include reference number in subject line of e-mail.