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Subject: [WEB4LIB] Job Opportunity: Web Services Librarian (Librarian I/II), University of Toronto
From: Judith Logan <judith.logan () UTORONTO ! CA>
Date: 2020-01-15 12:26:13
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Closes on Wednesday, February 12, 2020
University of Toronto Libraries; Information Technology Services, University of \
Toronto Libraries Toronto
Full Time
DATE REQUIRED: May 2020
Are you looking for challenging, meaningful work in a supportive and diverse \
environment? Are you looking for a career at one of Canada's top employers? Work \
where the world comes to think, discover, and learn. Consider a career at the \
University of Toronto. About the University of Toronto Libraries
The University of Toronto Libraries (UTL) system is the largest academic library in \
Canada and is consistently ranked among the top-10 research libraries in North \
America. The system consists of over 40 libraries located on three university \
campuses: St. George, Mississauga, and Scarborough. This array of college libraries, \
special collections, and specialized libraries and information centres supports the \
teaching and research requirements of more than 700 undergraduate degree programs and \
over 280 graduate programs, including over 60 professional programs, and. In addition \
to more than 15 million print and electronic volumes, the library system currently \
provides access to a vast array of electronic resources in various forms and over \
31,000 linear metres of archival material. More than 150,000 new items are acquired \
each year. The Libraries' data centre houses more than 500 physical and virtual \
servers and more than a petabyte of data.
University of Toronto Library System: http://onesearch.library.utoronto.ca/ \
University of Toronto: http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/ Policies for Librarians: \
http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/faculty-librarians.htm
The Opportunity
The University of Toronto Libraries seeks a user-focused, collaborative, and \
technologically adept librarian for the position of Web Services Librarian. The \
incumbent will apply a user-first lens to all of their work; they will coordinate \
selection, configuration, management and integration of the systems that support the \
seamless delivery of integrated library content, in conformance with defined \
standards and user requirements. The incumbent will coordinate provision of web \
analytics and related user analytics to inform the development of our digital library \
spaces, and support library colleagues in their provision of digital library content.
The incumbent will be a member of the University of Toronto Libraries' Information \
Technology Services Web Services team. They will work closely with content providers \
throughout the University of Toronto library system, and maintain strong \
relationships with faculty, administrators, CIO and distributed technical staff, \
students, and peers in other institutions and organizations to support an excellent \
experience for users of the University of Toronto's digital library.
Representative duties and projects include:
Working with technical and content managers and staff to coordinate the \
implementation of flexible and intelligent web technology infrastructure, content \
frameworks, and site navigation for library digital spaces
Coordinating the integration of our digital library with external web-based \
services Ensuring that the Libraries' web platforms and web sites are AODA \
compliant and maintained to a high standard of responsiveness and accessibility; \
coordinating related testing, review and upgrade work.
Collecting and providing assessment data such as web analytics, SEO research and \
qualitative usage data to understand user needs and support evidence-based decisions \
for web space development
Coordinating large-scale web redesign and platform migration projects, including
implementation of content requirements; provision of page types and templates to \
support digital content in conjunction with an information architect and developer; \
identification of candidate systems for the Libraries' digital library \
infrastructure. Supporting the distributed maintenance of UTL library content \
through instruction, documentation and consultation.
Providing input into a strategic plan for the UTL web space, with the objective \
of simplifying user experience and ensuring that our students and faculty can quickly \
and efficiently access the resources and services they need.
Required Qualifications
A degree from an accredited Master's level program in library and information \
studies Good knowledge of user experience and interaction design principles, best \
practices and trends
Strong understanding of information organization skills and their application in \
a digital context
Excellent and demonstrated working knowledge of web accessibility
Practical experience with relevant content management, issue tracking, \
collaboration version control and analytics tools such as Drupal, Confluence, Jira, \
LibGuides, WordPress, GitLab and Google Analytics
Solid working knowledge of HTML, CSS and wireframing tools
Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively in teams that encompass a \
range of professional roles and knowledge
Demonstrated strong user focus
Proven project management experience
Proven time-management and organizational skills; ability to lead multiple \
concurrent projects
Experience in technical implementation projects; ability to convey trade-offs and \
plans to colleagues with different levels of technical expertise who represent \
different library services and audiences.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills and creativity
Preferred Qualifications
Strong background in applying technology skills in a higher education context
Work experience in a consortial higher education library environment
Instructional experience
Salary and Terms of Appointment Salary and appointment level are based on experience \
and qualifications. This is a permanent status stream position.
Application Materials Required: A cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact \
information for three references of which at least two have supervised your work. \
Please send a single electronic file (MS Word or pdf) with a file name convention of \
[Surname, FirstName.WebServLib] to Library Human Resources at utlhr@utoronto.ca; or \
to Room 1140, 130 St. George Street, University of Toronto Libraries, Toronto, \
Ontario M5S 1A5; or by fax to (416) 946-5543 by February 12, 2020.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent \
residents will be given priority.
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively \
seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity \
and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit \
of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the \
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make \
our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and \
provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require \
any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please \
contact utlhr@utoronto.ca
The University of Toronto Libraries thanks all applicants but will only contact \
applicants selected for an interview.
NOTE: Librarians at the University of Toronto are members of the University of \
Toronto Faculty Association.
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and \
especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, \
Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ \
persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
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sans-serif; font-size: 18px"> <div>Closes on Wednesday, February 12, 2020</div>
<div>University of Toronto Libraries; Information Technology Services, University of \
Toronto Libraries</div> <div>Toronto</div>
<div>Full Time</div>
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<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px">DATE REQUIRED: May 2020</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br>
Are you looking for challenging, meaningful work in a supportive and diverse \
environment? Are you looking for a career at one of Canada's top employers? Work \
where the world comes to think, discover, and learn. Consider a career at the \
University of Toronto.<br> About the University of Toronto Libraries</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br>
</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px">The University of Toronto Libraries \
(UTL) system is the largest academic library in Canada and is consistently ranked \
among the top-10 research libraries in North America. The system consists of over 40 \
libraries located on three university campuses: St. George, Mississauga, and \
Scarborough. This array of college libraries, special collections, and specialized \
libraries and information centres supports the teaching and research requirements of \
more than 700 undergraduate degree programs and over 280 graduate programs, \
including over 60 professional programs, and. In addition to more than 15 million \
print and electronic volumes, the library system currently provides access to a vast \
array of electronic resources in various forms and over 31,000 linear metres of \
archival material. More than 150,000 new items are acquired each year. The Libraries' \
data centre houses more than 500 physical and virtual servers and more than a \
petabyte of data.</p> <p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br>
</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px">University of Toronto Library \
System:<span> </span><a href="http://onesearch.library.utoronto.ca/" \
style="color: rgb(5, 73, \
153)">http://onesearch.library.utoronto.ca/</a><span> </span>University of \
Toronto:<span> </span><a href="http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/" \
style="color: rgb(5, 73, 153)">http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/</a><br> Policies \
for Librarians:<span> </span><a \
href="http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/faculty-librarians.htm" style="color: rgb(5, \
73, 153)">http://www.hrandequity.utoronto.ca/faculty-librarians.htm</a></p> <p \
style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br> </p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px">The Opportunity<br>
The University of Toronto Libraries seeks a user-focused, collaborative, and \
technologically adept librarian for the position of Web Services Librarian. The \
incumbent will apply a user-first lens to all of their work; they will coordinate \
selection, configuration, management and integration of the systems that support the \
seamless delivery of integrated library content, in conformance with defined \
standards and user requirements. The incumbent will coordinate provision of web \
analytics and related user analytics to inform the development of our digital \
library spaces, and support library colleagues in their provision of digital library \
content.</p> <p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br>
The incumbent will be a member of the University of Toronto Libraries' Information \
Technology Services Web Services team. They will work closely with content providers \
throughout the University of Toronto library system, and maintain strong \
relationships with faculty, administrators, CIO and distributed technical staff, \
students, and peers in other institutions and organizations to support an excellent \
experience for users of the University of Toronto's digital library.</p> <p \
style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br> </p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px">Representative duties and projects \
include:<br> Working with technical and content managers and staff to coordinate \
the implementation of<br> flexible and intelligent web technology infrastructure, \
content frameworks, and site navigation<br> for library digital spaces<br>
Coordinating the integration of our digital library with external web-based \
services<br> Ensuring that the Libraries' web platforms and web sites are AODA \
compliant and maintained to<br> a high standard of responsiveness and accessibility; \
coordinating related testing, review and<br> upgrade work.<br>
Collecting and providing assessment data such as web analytics, SEO research and \
qualitative<br> usage data to understand user needs and support evidence-based \
decisions for web space<br> development<br>
Coordinating large-scale web redesign and platform migration projects, \
including<br> implementation of content requirements; provision of page types and \
templates to support<br> digital content in conjunction with an information architect \
and developer; identification of<br> candidate systems for the Libraries' digital \
library infrastructure.<br> Supporting the distributed maintenance of UTL library \
content through instruction,<br> documentation and consultation.<br>
Providing input into a strategic plan for the UTL web space, with the objective \
of simplifying user<br> experience and ensuring that our students and faculty can \
quickly and efficiently access the<br> resources and services they need.</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br>
Required Qualifications<br>
A degree from an accredited Master's level program in library and information \
studies<br> Good knowledge of user experience and interaction design principles, \
best practices and<br> trends<br>
Strong understanding of information organization skills and their application in \
a digital<br> context<br>
Excellent and demonstrated working knowledge of web accessibility<br>
Practical experience with relevant content management, issue tracking, \
collaboration version<br> control and analytics tools such as Drupal, Confluence, \
Jira, LibGuides, WordPress, GitLab and<br> Google Analytics<br>
Solid working knowledge of HTML, CSS and wireframing tools<br>
Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively in teams that encompass a \
range of<br> professional roles and knowledge<br>
Demonstrated strong user focus<br>
Proven project management experience<br>
Proven time-management and organizational skills; ability to lead multiple \
concurrent<br> projects<br>
Experience in technical implementation projects; ability to convey trade-offs and \
plans to<br> colleagues with different levels of technical expertise who represent \
different library services<br> and audiences.<br>
Excellent oral and written communication skills<br>
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills and creativity</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px">Preferred Qualifications<br>
Strong background in applying technology skills in a higher education context<br>
Work experience in a consortial higher education library environment<br>
Instructional experience</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br>
Salary and Terms of Appointment Salary and appointment level are based on experience \
and<br> qualifications. This is a permanent status stream position.</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br>
</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px">Application Materials Required: A \
cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three<br> references of \
which at least two have supervised your work. Please send a single electronic file \
(MS<br> Word or pdf) with a file name convention of [Surname, FirstName.WebServLib] \
to Library Human<br> Resources at utlhr@utoronto.ca; or to Room 1140, 130 St. George \
Street, University of Toronto<br> Libraries, Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A5; or by fax to \
(416) 946-5543 by February 12, 2020.</p> <p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: \
0px"><br> All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and \
permanent residents will<br> be given priority.</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br>
</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px">The University strives to be an \
equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase<br> diversity \
among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked \
with<br> our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic \
mission. The University is<br> committed to the principles of the Accessibility for \
Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such,<br> we strive to make our \
recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and<br> \
provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require \
any<br> accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please \
contact<br> utlhr@utoronto.ca</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br>
</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px">The University of Toronto Libraries \
thanks all applicants but will only contact applicants selected for<br> an \
interview.</p> <p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br>
</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px">NOTE: Librarians at the University \
of Toronto are members of the University of Toronto Faculty<br> Association.</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px"><br>
</p>
<p style="line-height: 24px; letter-spacing: 0px">The University of Toronto is \
strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially<br> welcomes \
applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / \
Aboriginal<br> People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and \
others who may contribute to<br> the further diversification of ideas.</p>
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