User Experience Librarian, Morse Institute Library, Natick MA

Posted May 5, 2014

The Morse Institute Library is seeking a User Experience Librarian for a benefited permanent position at 36 hours a week.

 

User Experience Librarian. 

Job responsibilities include:  print and online reference service in person, by phone or electronically; readers advisory; webmaster for library website; computer troubleshooting and computer assistance to library users. The person in this position will also assist in the format, design, and coding of library websites and services content and perform basic troubleshooting of web services and assist with the maintenance of web applications.

 

The successful candidate will be proficient with information technology and electronic databases, and have demonstrated skills with best practices in reference work at a busy public library reference desk.  Must have a genuine commitment to excellent customer service and be a team player with excellent communication skills, patience, sense of humor, tact and timeliness.  Must be flexible, innovative and have knowledge of current trends in libraries, publishing and technology.

 

Desired qualifications: Technology skills

•       Two to four years work experience using HTML5, JavaScript, CSS3 and web standards to publish web content.
•       Experience using web editing software such as Dreamweaver or similar applications.
•       Experience with a CMS (Content Management System), preferably WordPress.
•       Advanced knowledge of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) techniques.
•       Advanced knowledge of information architecture, usability and web accessibility techniques.
•       Familiarity with cross-browser and cross-device web design, including responsive design.
•       Basic to intermediate knowledge of JavaScript and JQuery.
•       Experience using Photoshop or similarly robust image editing applications. Additional familiarity editing video and audio preferred.
•       Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting basic back-end web site issues.
•       Experience in computer networking, computer hardware and software installations and troubleshooting
•       Comfortable presenting in front of a group
•       Proficiency in working with a variety of e-book devices and their apps
•       Is comfortable working independently as well as collaborating with a group

Desired qualifications: Visual Design & Communication Skills

 

      Skilled at print and web graphic design, including advanced knowledge of graphics editing software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, GIMP, and/or Inkscape.

 

•       Skilled at writing for print and the web.
•       Skilled at creating instructional materials.
•       Familiarity with content strategy principles for the web.
•       Basic knowledge of video editing software.
•       Experience in wayfinding and space design.
•       Ability to conduct user research and assessment.
•       Ability to train staff and patrons.

 

 

Required Qualifications:

 

Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from an accredited institution.  1-3 years experience in reference at a public library preferred. 

 

Starting salary is $27.788/hour for 36 hours per week, with generous benefits

(4 weeks annual vacation), must be able to work Monday through Friday, including at least one evening a week and a Saturday rotation.  Flexibility to work other hours as needed may be required.

 

Please send your resume, cover letter and names of 3 references as electronic attachments to this email:  [email protected].  Closing date is Wednesday, May 14, 2014 by 5pm.

The Town of Natick is an equal opportunity employer.  

 

ONLY electronic/email submissions will be accepted.  Please do not mail your application material by US Mail.

 

You can address your cover letter to: 

 

Linda Stetson, Director

Morse Institute Library

14 East Central Street

Natick, MA 01760