USC Libraries' Information Technology unit is seeking an experienced, service-
oriented Director of Web Services. The Director of Web Services is an integral
part of the Libraries IT team. The individual will lead planning, management,
development, and implementation of USC Libraries' web presence, ensuring that
services provided meet users' research needs and expectations, enhance the
user experience, and support the USC Libraries' strategic plan.

  
University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the
heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City. As an
employee, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member
of the "Trojan Family," comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make
the university what it is.

  
USC Libraries house, in the Doheny Memorial Library and 14 specialized
libraries, collections of over 4MM volumes, more than 5.8MM microforms, 3.1MM
images, and nearly 48,500 linear feet of manuscripts and archives. USC
Libraries provides access to over 98,700 serials in print and electronic
formats and nearly 330,000 e-books. USC's Digital Library ranks among the top
10% of academic repositories with 350,000 digital objects, 16 TB of data, and
an annual growth rate of 6%. The Web Director will be responsible for
providing end-users with access to our vast collection.

  
Specific duties include but are not limited to:

  * Supervise all assigned subordinate staff, usually through other supervisors. Recruit, screen, hire and train staff. Assess need for technical/professional growth and recommend development opportunities. Evaluate employee performance, provide guidance and feedback. Counsel/discipline as needed.
  * Set departmental goals/objectives and communicate to staff. Assess or define priorities to achieve performance objectives.
  * Manage Web development project teams within budget and project schedule.
  * Provide leadership, direction, and technical expertise to design, develop, maintain, and evaluate libraries' web/mobile presence for services, content, & interfaces.
  * Define and refine processes and procedures for Web site maintenance.
  * Serve as the library representative on university Web Council and task forces.
  * Advise management regarding information systems requirements. Facilitate planning and direct the design, installation, modification and operations of department information systems.
  * Evaluate vendor proposals for purchases of hardware, software and technical services to assure adherence to specifications. Analyze project(s) feasibility.
  * Prepare long and short range plans for web applications selection, systems development, systems maintenance, production activities and support resources, coordinating area efforts with university-wide efforts.
  * Develop project specifications. Plan and coordinate project schedules & activities. Direct coding, testing, installation, debugging and documentation of systems developments and/or enhancements.
  * Plan/implement necessary controls and procedures to protect systems and data from modification, disclosure or destruction.
  * Ensure web-related information systems products meet standards and user requirements.
  * Test web-related software and hardware and monitors and resolves problems.
  * Oversee development and maintenance of web systems, programming and operations documentation.
  * Development of training materials and programs for department staff/users.
  * Stay informed of new developments in field and technology changes. Make recommendations to management regarding web/web technology changes.
  * Develop/implement security related procedures. Coordinate security activities with University Public Safety Department. Promote and maintain standards for security. Ensure dissemination of security related information to staff.
  

**Minimum Qualifications**  
Minimum Education:Bachelor's degree

Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Experience:5 years

Minimum Field of
Expertise:Directly relevant experience administering comparable
information systems to be able to provide technical direction to systems
development and support staff. Supervisory and budget experience.

  
**Preferred Qualifications**  
Preferred Education:Master's degree

Preferred Experience:7 years

Preferred Field of
Expertise:Management experience in a comparably configured systems
environment.

  
For more information and to apply, go to [http://jobs.usc.edu/applicants/Centr
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