Web Services Specialist--Oak Park Public Library
Oak Park Public Library
Oak Park

 Web Services Specialist

August 2016

The Oak Park Public Library is looking for a Web Services Specialist for the
Library's web presence and online services. This position will be a part of
Digital Services, and will work collaboratively with other library staff
including Communications and Materials Services staff and content contributors
throughout the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Administering and updating the Drupal CMS

• Designing the information architecture of the website

• Managing multiple web projects

• Collaborating with staff for content creation

• Performing user experience and usability testing

• Tracking usage

• Coding for special features (PERL, Javascript, etc . . .)

• Integrating apps and digital tools into the site as needed

• Performing search engine optimization

• Staying current on linked data and semantic web technologies

• Providing first level support for issues arising from website or web
peripherals

• Creating and maintain work and procedure documentation

• Sharing knowledge with staff content contributors and technical support
staff

  
Requirements:

• MLIS or in process of attaining an MLIS or similar degree from an ALA
accredited University

• BA or BS in web design and development or relevant experience

• Extensive experience administering a Drupal website

• Understanding of UX principles

• Proven experience with Web coding languages

• Proven ability with and knowledge of web-based technologies, personal
computers, and mobile devices across a wide-range of platforms

• Ability to work well both independently and as a collaborative team player

• Curiosity and the willingness to learn and grow

• Ability to write for the web

• Strong track record of project management

• Experience with developing or tweaking third party apps

• Able and willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and
weekends

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

  
  
This position is full-time 40 hours per week, with occasional off-hours
availability for special projects. Salary range begins at $43,825.60 with
excellent benefits. The Library supports ongoing training and professional
development.

The Oak Park Public Library is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage
diverse candidates to apply.

Please send a resume, cover letter, and portfolio of two to three completed
web projects to Eric Battaglia, Manager for Digital Services at
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