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Job Description

The Librarian for Digital Projects (or Web Developer) is an on-site position and a part of the Library Technology and Assessment Services team at Vanderbilt University. This position is key to assuring that new and current web applications adhere to current web guidelines. Reporting directly to the Director of Library Technology and Assessment Services, this position will work with other groups, both internal and external, to assure that library collections are available through the various web applications.

The Vanderbilt Libraries are central to the educational and research mission of the university. While building upon our traditional strengths, we are also responsive to rapidly changing research technologies of the twenty-first century. Our aspiration is to help students and faculty turn information into knowledge, understanding, and innovation. In each library on campus, we strive to create beautiful and useful spaces for contemplation, collaboration, and even inspiration.

This position is SkillBridge eligible.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop interfaces for the library’s digital collections and ensure they maintain a consistent look and feel.

• Assure W3C WCAG compliance of library websites.

• Maintain and develop the library’s public website, web applications, and other core web services

• Works with others in LTAS to assure the security of the library web environment.

• Work with others in LTAS to help set priorities and timetables for digital projects.

• Work to assure that analytics are collected on all library systems through Matomo and/or Google Analytics

• Participate on committees, project teams, and other groups to complete projects

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A Master of Library Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited institution is strongly preferred. However, a degree in computer science, or relevant equivalent work experience, will be considered.

• At least one year of related work experience, in addition to education or substitute work experience, is required.

• Demonstrable experience with developing applications for a web environment is required.

• Experience with creating and maintaining CSS is required.

• Experience with various programming languages, including Ruby, PHP, Perl, Python, etc., is required.

• The ability to work collaboratively is required.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please note, all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected: criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification.

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Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education. Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.