Berkeley - UC Berkeley - Digital Services Librarian

http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/LHRD/JPF00357.html 

 

The Sheldon Margen Public Health Library
Hiring range: Associate Librarian I - Associate Librarian III - Temporary Status
$53,116 - $59,119 per annum, based on qualifications

The position is a temporary, 3 year appointment commencing with date of hire. It is funded by the California Department of Public Health and subject to renewal if funding is available.

The University of California, Berkeley seeks a versatile, creative, and technology-savvy librarian with a background in a public health-related field to lead and maintain the Public Health Library's contract digital and web services. The librarian will also participate in providing public services and conducting public health-related literature searches.

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Head of the Public Health Library and the Head of Library Applications and Publishing, the Digital Services Librarian will be responsible for managing the Public Health Library's enterprise IT services (40%) and engaging in instructional design and outreach to the Public Health community (60%). The management of IT services includes oversight of content and design, as well as close collaboration with University Library IT to ensure that the web services are in compliance with security, service continuity and service quality standards. The position will also serve a digital instruction role, creating and maintaining web content including digital learning objects and engaging in outreach efforts with Public Health patrons and communities. The position is also responsible for monitoring best practices and trends in emerging technologies and will proactively research, recommend, and develop/adapt/implement technologically innovative services to match user needs. With the Public Health Library's other academic staff, the librarian will share in the responsibility for providing reference service, conducting instruction sessions, and performing public health-related literature searches for contract state agency health professionals. In addition, the librarian will assist in the Document Delivery unit and help with providing library services to other clientele.

UC Berkeley librarians are expected to participate in library-wide planning and governance, to work effectively in a shared decision-making environment, and to be active professionally. Professional contributions beyond the primary responsibilities are required for advancement in the Librarian series. The successful candidate will show promise or evidence of such contributions.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• . MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited library school at time of application

Additional Qualifications:

Required

• Subject expertise or library experience in a public health-related field
• Web coding and programming experience such as PHP, ASP, Perl, JavaScript, CSS
• Experience working in interactive digital learning environments and with collaborative tools such as Adobe Connect, WebEx, GoToMeeting, ReadyTalk
• Demonstrated experience providing instructional and reference services including the creation of online tutorials, surveys, or guides
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technology tools/skills
• Demonstrated understanding of instructional design concepts, especially in an online environment
• Sound understanding of web accessibility issues and familiarity with accessibility standards and validation tools
• Strong commitment to excellence in public service and improving the user experience
• Evidence of professional initiative, flexibility, and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse population of faculty/staff, students, and colleagues

Preferred:

• Experience using Inmagic DB/TextWorks or Web Publisher Pro
• Experience with e-learning management systems such as Canvas, Sakai, Moodle
• Experience with integrating new technologies into the delivery of information service
• Understanding of traditional PC/Mac and Mobile operating systems including Windows, Macintosh, iOS and Android platforms
• Understanding of the role of client and enterprise information technology in the design and delivery of digital information service
• A demonstrated skillset that includes digital content creation and management tools
• Experience managing information technology services in an academic setting
• Familiarity with the standards and best-practices in IT security, service management and continuity planning

DEADLINE: Consideration will be given to applications received by March 17, 2014.

Submit applications online at https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF00357. Applications must include a cover letter detailing a statement of qualifications, curriculum vitae noting degrees and relevant work experience, and the names and contact information of three references who are knowledgeable about the applicant's qualifications for this position.

Send inquiries to:

Susan E. Wong
Director, Library Human Resources
Library Human Resources Department
110 Doe Library
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA 94720-6000
Phone:(510) 642-3778
Email: librec@library.berkeley.edu