Librarian II, Virtual Services, New York

Department: Library
Location: Manhattan
Responsibilities: NYIT seeks a Virtual Services Librarian to coordinate the development of library web content including next-generation research guides, innovative tutorials, virtual tours, interactive web-based forms, integration of social networking platforms, and other initiatives to further develop state-of-the-art online library services and resources. Serving in a train-the-trainer role, the successful candidate will teach other librarians new and existing technologies, pedagogical techniques, and learning strategies. He/she will work with patrons, understand user needs and incorporate them into web services; design, implement and maintain an effective library web site within a CMS framework. Working with the library’s Web Committee, the Librarian will serve as a point of contact for uniformity, consistency, and development of web site standards and policies and perform evaluation and assessment of library web resources, services, and digital learning objects. The Virtual Services Librarian will participate in reference, information literacy, and collaborate with departments outside the library to further develop and integrate the library’s website within the overall college website and online learning management system (Blackboard).
Qualifications: MLS from an ALA accredited school and 3+ years experience in managing a web site and information technology projects in a library environment, preferably academic. Experience with HTML, PHP, CSS, XML, Access, SQL, Camtasia, and Photoshop; fluency in the latest web tools (blogs, RSS, podcasting, social bookmarking, twitter, online surveys, etc.) and library implementation of mobile technology; working knowledge of Web 2.0; demonstrated ability to create effective library instructional and informational materials; knowledge of web design, graphic design, instructional design, ability to identify and evaluate the latest web development tools, applications, and to teach others how to use them effectively. For immediate consideration please submit cover letter and resume to: Corina Hendea, Associate Director, Human Resources at chendea@nyit.edu. EOE
Contact: chendea@nyit.edu