[CODE4LIB] Position Reopened: Web Designer, Johnson County Library (KS)
*Please excuse the cross-posting* Do you love to develop and continually improve elegant, highly functional, user-focused websites? Can you whip up delightful, well-designed graphics in your sleep? Wouldn't you jump at the chance to focus your work exclusively on a library's Web services and development, not be interrupted by other projects and still get to leave all the content development and maintenance to someone else? Johnson County Library seeks a creative and committed Web Designer with primary responsibility for developing graphics, design, interface and full functionality of the Library's website, mobile access, online catalog, and related Web services that are provided to patrons by the Johnson County Library or branded as Library-sponsored. In addition to developing all the CSS, writing code to interface with APIs, and developing other code such as JavaScript, the Web Designer helps to develop and conduct usability studies to ensure that the Library's Web services are customer friendly and easily accessible. As a member of the Web Content Team, the position reports to the Web Content Manager and works with four Web Content Developers as well as other library colleagues, patrons, and community partners to provide access to ideas, information, experiences and materials that support and enrich people's lives. Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 2 or more years Web design experience; 1 or more years experience developing, implementing, and analyzing usability studies; 2 or more years experience designing and implementing graphic design in an online environment; 2 or more years experience utilizing CSS, JavaScript, and XHTML to develop accessible, media rich websites; Additional qualifications include understanding of information architecture, familiarity with content management systems, expertise developing and analyzing usability studies, ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, outstanding interpersonal, communication, organizational, and leadership skills, and the ability to learn new technologies and to become familiar with code quickly. Preferred: Bachelor's degree in the following field(s) of study: Computer Science, User interface design, Information Technology, or Graphic Design, Master's degree in the following field(s) of study: Library science, User interface design, or Information architecture. Experience in libraries, experience with project management, experience with PHP, expertise with Web analytics tools and expertise administering Drupal and Wordpress. Salary range: $35,777 to $51,678, based on qualifications. Applications due by Aug. 25, 2011. Please apply online at www.jocolibrary.org/jobshttp://www.jocolibrary.org/jobs. Michelle Beesley Web Content Manager Johnson County Library office (913) 826-4600 ext. 64526 mobile (913) 888-8567 FAX (913) 826-4500 beesl...@jocolibrary.orghttps://access.jocogov.org/owa/,DanaInfo=jcmail.jocogov.org,SSL+redir.aspx?C=b46bd31cb1fb49f09180db62a0898740URL=mailto%3abeattiem%40jocolibrary.org http://www.jocolibrary.org
[CODE4LIB] Job: Web Content Developer at the Johnson County Library (Kan.)
Do you love writing for elegant, user-friendly websites? Wouldn't you jump at the chance to work with a team of clever and talented Web Content Developers and Designers in developing the next generation of fully integrated and engaging online library experiences? Johnson County Library, a vibrant, forward-looking public library, seeks a dynamic, creative, committed individual to serve as Web Content Developer with primary responsibility for writing, creating, repackaging and managing content for the Library's website; contributing to a lively social media presence; and analyzing Library and community information needs to plan for short and long-term site development. As a member of the Web Content Team, the position reports to the Web Content Manager and works with three other Web Content Developers and the Web Designer as well as other library colleagues, patrons, and community partners to provide access to ideas, information, experiences and materials that support and enrich people's lives. Qualifications Required: *Master's Degree in one of the following disciplines: Library/Information Science (ALA accredited school), Journalism, English, Communication, Information Design or related field. *2 years of experience in technical or non-fiction writing, online publishing or information design. *Previous experience in HTML. *Analytical skills, including research skills, ability to interpret data, conceptualize, analyze information and write formal recommendations based on findings. *Outstanding interpersonal, communication, organization and leadership skills, plus good attention to detail. Preferred: *1 year experience in meeting facilitation and project management. *Experience working in libraries. *Experience with usability studies and user-centered design practices; working with Drupal and Wordpress. *Expertise in training, education or library instruction; website and graphic design; Adobe Photoshop and Acrobat; content management; social networking software; web-based and XML applications such as RSS; and CSS. Salary range: $17.82 - $25.74/hr Contact: Please apply online at www.jocolibrary.org/jobshttp://www.jocolibrary.org/jobs. Applications received by Apr. 5 will receive first consideration. Michelle Beesley Web Content Manager Johnson County Library office (913) 826-4600 ext. 64526 mobile (913) 888-8567 FAX (913) 826-4500 beesl...@jocolibrary.orghttps://access.jocogov.org/owa/,DanaInfo=jcmail.jocogov.org,SSL+redir.aspx?C=b46bd31cb1fb49f09180db62a0898740URL=mailto%3abeattiem%40jocolibrary.org http://www.jocolibrary.orghttp://www.jocolibrary.org/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Programmer Analyst at the Johnson County Library
This position supports Library programs and systems by maintaining existing applications and developing new in-house software applications, additions, changes and modifications to third party applications. The position reports to the Library IT Manager and works closely with colleagues in Web Content, Marketing and Library IT to deliver applications that enhance the experience for internal staff as well as patrons and other external users. Will gather requirements from stakeholders, create project implementation plans and schedules, and develop applications based on these schedules. Other duties may include: * Completes programming assignments, which may include process automation, enhancements, configurations or builds with limited oversight by a more experienced developer analyst; assists in ensuring high component availability while facilitating growth in usage and increased functionality by applying knowledge of multiple programming languages and techniques. * Responds to end-user questions, inquiries, and ad-hoc requests to include report design; works directly with end-users in evaluating solutions, fulfilling requests, and resolving issues; recommends solutions to ensure system availability. * Participates in system design reviews and communicates with technical and non-technical audiences. * Creates, reviews, and maintains documentation related to system software use and support including procedures, processes, metadata. * Collects, edits, and maintains data; ensures data is accurate, current, and complete through quality assurance procedures; develops new, and enhances existing, datasets through various techniques such as data mining, process automation, workflow modifications, and agency collaboration. * Monitors and helps ensure system and subsystem availability and performance; analyzes and resolves problems; conducts tests and monitors activities; analyzes reports. Qualifications: * Associate's degree in the following field(s) of study: Information Technology or related field and two years of experience in the Information Technology field are required. * Experience can substitute for education. Education can substitute for experience. Location: Central Resource Library Date Opened: April 3, 2013 Date Closed: April 16, 2013 Position Grade: 16 Pay Rate: $23.30 - $33.66/hr Schedule: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F, with occasional after hours and on-call work. Contact: Please apply online at www.jocolibrary.org/jobshttp://www.jocolibrary.org/jobs. Michelle Beesley Web Content Manager Johnson County Library Office (913) 826 - 4526 | Mobile (913) 888-8567 beesl...@jocolibrary.org www.jocolibrary.orghttp://www.jocolibrary.org
[CODE4LIB] Job Available: Web Designer at the Johnson County Library
Johnson County Library is looking for a creative and committed individual to fill the position of Web Designer. This position will have the primary responsibility for developing the graphics, design and interface of the Library's website and related Web services. As a member of the Web Content Team, this position reports to the Web Content Manager and works on a team with Web Content Developers as well as colleagues, patrons and community partners to provide access to ideas, information, experiences and materials that support and enrich people's lives. Job functions include: * creating delightful usable Web interfaces; * using responsive design techniques suitable for multiple displays and devices; * designing layouts, color and styles for all Web interfaces; * writing and maintaining well-structured code; * creating paper and Web prototypes for feedback; * and continually improving the online user experience. Job Requirements: Associate's degree in the following field(s) of study: Information Technology or related field and two years of experience in the Information Technology field are required. Experience can substitute for education. Education can substitute for experience. Preferred requirements include: two or more years Web design experience, two or more years in graphic design in an online environment, two or more years' experience writing CSS and HTML5 to develop websites, and one or more years' experience working in a content management system such as Drupal or Word Press. Also preferred is a Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: Computer Science, Information Technology or Graphic Design. Pay Rate: $50,407 to $71,733, based on qualifications. Excellent benefits. Applications due by Jan. 3, 2014. Apply online at www.jocolibrary.org/jobshttp://www.jocolibrary.org/jobs Michelle Beesley Web Content Manager Johnson County Library Office (913) 826-4526 | Mobile (913) 888-8567 beesl...@jocolibrary.orgmailto:beesl...@jocolibrary.org www.jocolibrary.orghttp://www.jocolibrary.org
[CODE4LIB] Job: Web Developer at Johnson County Library in Overland Park, KS
Johnson County Library seeks an innovative, curious, positive, customer-focused Web Developer to work with the Web Content Team to develop Web presences that provide exceptional digital user experiences. Job duties include Development projects like: * Develop innovative custom Drupal modules to add website functionality Site building tasks such as: * Create complex Drupal Views and Content Types * Add thrilling functionality via plugging and configuring Drupal modules * Research exciting and mundane new Drupal modules for improved functionality and features Site maintenance and support tasks such as: * Manage users * Upgrade Drupal core and modules and monitor for security updates * Troubleshoot module and Drupal Core conflict * Support digital repository * Monitor for website and system performance * Maintain site structure and audit site architecture for security and efficiency Required: Associate's degree in the following field(s) of study: Information Technology or related field and two years' experience in the Information Technology field are required. Experience can substitute for education. Education can substitute for experience. Preferred: Extensive experience and demonstrated proficiency with PHP, JQuery /JavaScript, Drupal 7 management, Drupal module development. Experience with project management skills, HTML5, CSS, a version-control system such as Git or Subversion. Familiarity with customizing application APIs. Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: Computer Science or Information Technology. Pay Rate: $24.23 - $34.49/hour, based on qualifications. Excellent benefits. Applications due by Dec. 25, 2014. Apply online at www.jocolibrary.org/jobshttp://www.jocolibrary.org/jobs Michelle Beesley Web Content Manager Johnson County Library Office (913) 826-4526 | Mobile (913) 888-8567 beesl...@jocolibrary.orgmailto:beesl...@jocolibrary.org www.jocolibrary.orghttp://www.jocolibrary.org
