Web Development Librarian

THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA LIBRARIES Web Development Librarian The University of Alabama Libraries seeks an enthusiastic, entrepreneurial librarian to join our collaborative, data-driven environment. Reporting to the Technology Development Librarian, this position will be instrumental in web development projects and supporting new technology initiatives critical to advancing our strategic plan and fulfilling our teaching, research, and service missions. This position identifies and implements promising new web technologies that enhance user services and improve online experiences. Key responsibilities include maintaining and enhancing the University Libraries web presence, extending web frameworks, applications, and tools, and developing modern system integrations. The candidate must remain current with emerging technologies and be comfortable with training library faculty and staff on supported platforms. Technology support for managed library systems and services will include troubleshooting, data analysis, and system enhancements. Working within the web development team, the Web Development Librarian will support key existing platforms such as Open Journal Systems, SpringShare, ILLiad, CONTENTdm, DSpace, ArchivesSpace, Aeon, Omeka, and WordPress. A critical aspect of this role involves taking a people-centric approach to analyzing workplace needs and recommending solutions to stakeholders. Additionally, the position will contribute to training faculty on new technologies and actively engage in faculty affairs. The University Libraries are actively involved in the development and implementation of strategic open-source initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to contribute development work to projects such as DSpace, ArchivesSpace, Open Journal Systems, and the FOLIO Library Services Platform. The Web Development Librarian will focus on continuous improvement and professional development to remain informed about trends in library systems and emerging technologies. The successful candidate must be willing to continually learn, develop, and apply additional expertise through work-related experiences and professional development opportunities. They may be asked to pursue grant writing opportunities and submission of projects relevant to the mission of University Libraries and the University of Alabama. They must also possess the ability to navigate change and ambiguity as they successfully solve the types of complex problems encountered in research settings. Responsibilities of the position evolve as the library environment continues to change.

The University of Alabama Libraries, a system of seven separate discipline-related libraries, is proud to support the research enterprise at the University of Alabama via a comprehensive and integrated network of resources, services, and technologies designed to meet the academic and research needs of students, faculty, and staff. We take pride in serving as a hub for innovation, knowledge creation and dissemination, research assistance, and collaborative learning. As a U.S. Government Documents Regional Depository since 1860, University Libraries also serves the public and our local community. The University of Alabama Libraries maintains memberships in the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Greater Western Library Alliance (GWLA), the Coalition of Networked Information, centerNET, LYRASIS, HathiTrust, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, LOCKSS, the Network of Alabama Academic Libraries, and the Alabama Digital Preservation Network. University Libraries provides strong mentorship for faculty and staff, with ongoing collaborative opportunities, and administrative support for innovative services and ideas. We promote and administer a robust professional development environment that supports faculty research and conference travel, and we are invested in academic freedom with teaching and research. We are heavily invested in performing the same high value research that our stakeholders produce, and that assists in our data-driven strategic planning for the future. Our staff routinely update and maintain cutting edge programs of service in support of our stakeholders. Our faculty librarians have developed a record-breaking instruction program, including a series of research data services and workshops, that consistently perform at the top of the SEC.