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Web Technologies, Content & User Interfaces Librarian

The University of Miami Libraries seeks a creative, innovative individual to 
provide leadership in the content, technology and effective user interfaces of 
the Libraries web presence and promotes user-centered resources, digital 
services, and technologies designed to enhance the user experience.

UNIVERSITY: The University of Miami is one of the nation’s leading research 
universities in a community of extraordinary diversity and international vitality. 
The University is privately supported, non-sectarian institution, located in 
Coral Gables, Florida, on a 260-acre subtropical campus. The University 
comprises 11 degree granting schools and colleges, including Architecture, 
Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Communication, Education, 
Engineering, Law, Medicine, Music, Nursing, and Marine and Atmospheric 
Science (www.miami.edu). 

THE LIBRARY: The University of Miami Libraries (www.library.miami.edu) ranks 
among the top 50 research libraries in North America with a combined 
collection of approximately 3 million volumes, 48,000 current serials, and over 
33,000 E-journal titles. The Otto G. Richter Library lies in the heart of the 
campus and serves as the central library for the University. Other University of 
Miami libraries include the Paul Buisson Architecture Library, the Judi Prokop 
Newman Business Information Resource Center, and the Marta & Austin Weeks 
Music Library, the Marine and Atmospheric Science Library, and the Louis 
Calder Memorial Library. The campus also has an independent Law library. The 
Libraries provide support and services for approx. 10,100 undergraduates, 
5,100 graduate students, and 10,000 full and part time faculty and staff. The 
Libraries has a staff of 37 Librarians and 86 support staff and is a member of 
ARL, ASERL, CLIR, NERL, OCLC, RLG, and SOLINET.

POSITION: Reporting to the Director for Information Management and 
Systems, the Web Technologies, Content, and User Interfaces Librarian 
provides leadership and direction in the design and development of the 
Libraries’ web presence for all services, content, and interfaces; supervises 
the Libraries Web Administrator.  Works with the Web Administrator to co-
chair the Libraries Web Team and convene a Content Managers Group for 
discussions and dissemination of information; develops and recommends 
policies, standards, and guidelines for web content development, 
implementation, and management in collaboration with Library and University 
stakeholders;  oversees usability of all user interfaces and web design, and 
develops guidelines and assessment strategies to provide a superior 
experience for all users.; coordinates testing, initiates focus groups, develops 
reports, and disseminates information to necessary staff;  collaborates 
effectively with Systems and Digital Initiatives staff, stake-holders and unit-
level managers to conceptualize and determine technologies and design in the 
delivery of user-centered library services, incorporating web 2.0 technologies 
to provide new features and functionality; participates as an ex-officio 
member of the Libraries’ Student Advisory Group, and attends Education and 
Outreach Services meetings for informational purposes;  works with 
Instructional Advancement and participates in programming for the Libraries’ 
Faculty Exploratory to support and promote faculty development and the use 
of technology in teaching and learning;  networks, collaborates and actively 
participates in local, regional, national, or international organizations regarding 
related issues;  represents and promotes the University of Miami Libraries in 
local, state-wide, regional, national, or international organizations as 
appropriate ; serves on/participates in Libraries and University organizations, 
committees, task forces, and teams as appropriate. 

QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program 
or foreign equivalent; experience with and demonstrated knowledge of current 
trends and issues in public computing, web technologies, digital media, and 
quantitative and qualitative usability assessment ; two to three years 
experience with web and database design in an academic environment using 
standards-based, user-centered information architecture ;  strong leadership 
skills and ability to work independently, collaboratively, and in teams within 
the Library and University Web communities; familiarity with relevant 
standards and technologies, such as PHP, XML, XHTML, CSS, SQL, XSLT, and 
Javascript;  understanding of information seeking behaviors in an academic 
research environment; demonstrated effective oral, written, and interpersonal 
communication skills; demonstrated commitment to user-centered library 
service and the ability to work flexibly and creatively in a changing and fast-
paced environment with a culturally diverse population; demonstrated project 
management, organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills; evidence of 
continued professional development, involvement, and contribution. Desired: 
Working knowledge of web content management systems and relational 
databases; familiarity with digital media technology and providing access to 
digitized audio, video and images.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate 
with experience and qualifications of the person selected. This is a non-tenure 
track twelve-month faculty appointment at the Assistant rank. The position 
offers a comprehensive benefits package including: paid pension plan; partially 
paid medical and dental insurance plans; life, disability, and long-term care 
insurance available; tuition remission; 13 paid holidays; and 22 days annual 
vacation. Additional employment benefits available include credit union; 
Employee Assistance Program; bookstore, and sporting event discounts; 
optional fee-based membership in a state-of-the-art wellness center, moving 
allowance, and no state or local income taxes. More information on benefits 
can be found at:  http://www.miami.edu/benefits/pdf/bensum-faculty06.pdf.

APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS: Review of applications will begin 
immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications and 
nominations will be accepted until a suitable candidate is selected. 
Applications should be submitted electronically and must include a letter of 
interest, curriculum vitae and the names of three references. The references 
will not be contacted before the appropriate time. Send nominations and 
applications to: 

Marylen Exposito, Human Resources Manager 
Otto G. Richter Library 
University of Miami 
P.O. Box 248214 
Coral Gables, FL 33124-0320 
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The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. 
The University has a strong commitment to diversity and encourages 
applications from candidates of diverse cultural backgrounds.