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Job: Deputy Department Head, User Experience Department at University of Arizona

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Deputy Department Head, User Experience Department
University of Arizona
Tucson

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to lead the library's
technology infrastructure and help desk services with a future-looking
perspective and focus on the user experience as Deputy Department Head, User
Experience. The Deputy Department Head for the library's User Experience (UX)
Department will oversee the library's technology operations, specifically
focused on our server, network, and production infrastructure as well as
workstation and user support (help desk), which will include analyzing server
and workstation support services, identifying problem areas, and proposing
solutions to enhance quality of service as well as leading the library's
efforts to adopt cloud-based computing approaches where appropriate, including
the development of DevOps approaches, enabling developers and system
administrators to best coordinate their efforts.

  
The ideal candidate should have clear evidence of collaborative leadership
skills and impeccable integrity as well as excellent interpersonal skills with
the ability to work in a highly collaborative and inclusive environment, one
that values and leverages the benefits of diverse perspectives. In addition,
he/she should have successful project management experience, including
managing complex technology projects with multiple stakeholders, as well as
excellent communication (both verbal and written), collaboration, and
facilitation skills.

  
User Experience Department (UX):

  
The library's User Experience department provides leadership in the design and
execution of how our users experience the library, both virtually and
physically. UX brings together expertise in user experience and instructional
design, along with the library's IT expertise and staff, and supports the
library's mission through its combined expertise and responsibilities with
technology support and development, usability and user experience, and
oversight of the library's web presence.

  
UX works closely with other departments throughout the organization to
understand library user and staff perspectives, as partners in the design and
implementation of optimal user experiences.

  
University of Arizona Libraries:

  
Why work at the University Libraries?
http://www.library.arizona.edu/about/employment/why.

  
Diversity Commitment:

  
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know
that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing
innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an
inclusive academic community. Diversity in our environment embraces the
acceptance of a multiplicity of cultural heritages, lifestyles and worldviews.
We translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have
experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues and
constituencies, as we believe that such experiences are both institutional and
service imperatives. Because we seek a workforce with diverse perspectives and
experiences, we encourage applications from individuals with demonstrated
knowledge of and relevant abilities working with culturally diverse
communities. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs.

  
University of Arizona:

  
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans;
life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and
holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family
members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and
cultural activities; and more!

  
Accepting a new position is a big life step. We want potential candidates and
their families to be able to make informed decisions. Candidates who are
considering relocation to the Tucson or Phoenix area, and have been offered an
on-site interview, are encouraged to use the free services offered by Above &
Beyond Relocation Services (ABRS).Ask your department contact to be introduced
to ABRS prior to your visit.

  
The University of Arizona has been recognized on Forbes 2015 list of America's
Best Employers in the United States and has been awarded the 2015 Work-Life
Seal of Distinction by the Alliance for Work-Life Progress! For more
information about working at the University of Arizona, please click here.

  
Duties & Responsibilities

  
Oversees the library's technology infrastructure:

Manages staff responsible for server and infrastructure operations

Provides leadership and expertise with server architecture design and
administration

Plans and oversees migration to IaaS / PaaS as appropriate

Provides expertise with DevOps approaches and tools

Oversees the library's IT help desk services:

Manages staff responsible for desktop and other user support services

Develops and implements best practices for library's help desk services

Develops metrics and assessment for help desk

Coordinates off-hours emergency support

Leads the development of technology policies, processes, and workflows:

Recommends and communicates IT policies for the library

Develops, implements, and assesses security policy for the library

Liaises to various campus units to coordinate technology efforts

Strategic planning and budgeting:

Oversees the library's operational technology budget

Provides vision for and strategic thinking towards the future of technology
support in the library

Contributes to the department's overall planning and strategies

  
Minimum Qualifications

  
At least five years of experience leading, supervising, coaching, and
mentoring information technology personnel.

Demonstrated expertise and experience with server architecture design and
administration.

Demonstrated understanding of IT security issues and practice.

Expertise and experience with AWS services and DevOps approaches.

Experience managing technology budgets.

  
Preferred Qualifications

  
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information science or related
discipline.

At least ten years of experience leading, supervising, coaching, and mentoring
information technology personnel.

Knowledge of and experience with typical library technology stack (e.g.
Millennium integrated library system, Illiad, EZProxy, Rosetta).

Experience administering both Linux and Windows server environments.

Project management experience, including managing complex technology projects
with multiple stakeholders.

Experience using technology project management tools (e.g. Redmine) .

Experience managing information technology personnel in an academic setting.

Demonstrated understanding of the value of user experience.

Knowledge and/or experience with software development processes.

Knowledge and/or experience with ITIL.



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