George Mason University, University Libraries seeks a Digital Library 
Developer to join our Digital Programs and Systems Division as we build 
new ways to deliver library content and services.

Duties include: Anticipating and investigating trends in digital library 
technology so we can respond quickly to new opportunities. Provide 
primary support for new initiatives in resource discovery, digital 
preservation, knowledge management, and scholarly communication. This 
position reports to the Associate University Librarian for Digital 
Programs and Systems.

QUALIFICATIONS: ALA-accredited MLS or ALA-recognized foreign equivalent 
or Masters in information science or information systems or a related 
field required. (Other advanced degree may be considered.) Ability to 
work independently on technology implementation projects; excellent 
analytical skills to support problem solving and systems analysis; 
ability to handle multiple, simultaneous priorities. Progressively 
responsible information technology work experience and demonstrated 
competence with web development tools and technologies. Capacity to meet 
requirements for reappointment and promotion under Librarian’s Handbook.

PREFERRED: Experience with at least one of the following technologies: 
SOLR/Lucene; Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) to include servlets and JSP 
with Tomcat or similar technologies; LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, 
PHP,/Perl/Python); experience with XML and related technologies 
(particularly XPATH and XSLT).

Salary range: $52,500 - $62,500

APPOINTMENT AND BENEFITS: 12-month Professional or Administrative 
Faculty appointment depending on academic qualifications. Excellent 
benefits: many health plan options and fully paid life insurance; 
several retirement plans, including TIAA-CREF (the university 
contributes an additional amount equal to 10.4% of salary to such 
plans); 24 vacation days and 12 paid holidays; tuition waiver for self; 
relocation assistance.

The University Libraries are experiencing a period of significant growth 
in funding, staffing and facilities. The University is a member of the 
Washington Research Library Consortium, the Virtual Library of Virginia, 
the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, and the Center for 
Research Libraries. For more information, please visit 
http://library.gmu.edu or http://www.gmu.edu.

Special Instructions to Applicants All applications MUST be submitted 
online at the George Mason University's employment web page 
(http://jobs.gmu.edu). Search by position number FA730z. Submit letter 
of application, resume, and names, addresses (including email address), 
and telephone numbers for three current references. Questions should be 
directed to Debra Hogan, Assistant to the University Librarian, at 
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Review of applications will begin on July 16, 2008 and will continue 
until the position is filled.