<div dir="ltr"><div>Please excuse cross-postings.</div><div><br></div><div>
<div class="gmail-adn gmail-ads"><div class="gmail-gs"><div class="gmail-"><div id="gmail-:5l3" class="gmail-ii gmail-gt"><div id="gmail-:5l4" class="gmail-a3s gmail-aXjCH"><div dir="ltr"><div><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><b>Web & <span class="gmail-il">Discovery</span> Librarian</b><br></span></font></div><div><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">
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</span></font></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%">Faculty Rank:<span>  </span>Assistant Professor</span><span style="background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span></span></span></span></font></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%">Tenure Track /
Nine month.<span>  </span>Possibility of additional summer
employment.</span></span></font></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2">Full posting: <a href="https://jobs.sou.edu/postings/8541" target="_blank">https://jobs.sou.edu/postings/8541</a>

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</div><div><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><br></span></font><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The priority deadline is <b>September 30, 2020</b>.</span></font></p></div>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%">Southern
Oregon University Hannon Library seeks an innovative and dynamic librarian to
lead the development and management of the Hannon Library website, the ExLibris
Primo <span class="gmail-il">discovery</span> layer, LibGuides, and other library web platforms. </span><span style="color:black;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%">Within a collaborative
environment, the successful candidate will develop, implement and assess library
websites and web projects. An essential aspect of this position is a commitment
to improving the web interface and enhancing student success through solid usability,
accessibility, and information architecture practices. The Web & <span class="gmail-il">Discovery</span> Librarian
will ensure an engaging and effective experience for our users.</span></span></font></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><br></span></font></p>



















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will develop and maintain a current, responsive, user-friendly, and accessible
web presence for the library. This position will engage in student-focused
usability testing as part of an assessment strategy that also includes web
analytic tools.</span><span style="background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span></span></span></span></font></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%">This librarian will </span>optimize
our <span class="gmail-il">discovery</span> platform so that resources can be found as easily as possible.<span style="color:black;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"> Working
closely with vendors and appropriate library staff, this position will establish
and maintain consistent online access to electronic resources across
multiple platforms. The librarian will stay abreast of emerging trends and
best practices related to e‐resource access</span>.<span style="background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span></span></span></span></font></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><b><u><span style="color:rgb(112,48,160);background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span><span style="text-decoration:none"><br></span></span></span></u></b></span></font></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%">The Web & <span class="gmail-il">Discovery</span>
Librarian will chair the </span><span style="color:black;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%">Hannon Library’s Web and <span class="gmail-il">Discovery</span> Team.
This position will also liaison with other web developers and IT staff on
campus to ensure that our websites are in accordance with campus policies and
guidelines and that authentication for our electronic resources is as seamless
as possible. The librarian will serve as the SOU <span class="gmail-il">Discovery</span> Representative to
our consortium, the Orbis Cascade Alliance.</span><span style="color:rgb(83,129,53);background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span></span></span></span></font></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">In
alignment with academic background and library need, this librarian will be
assigned subject liaison areas. In this role, the librarian will provide
faculty-requested instruction sessions and serve as collection coordinator for
these disciplines.<span>  </span><span style="color:black;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%">The librarian
will d</span>evelop and promote instructional and user support materials that
support campus and distance students in their program, including LibGuides and
online tutorials and videos.<span>  </span>The
librarian will also be responsible for selecting book purchases for their
subject areas.<span></span></span></font></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Southern
Oregon University is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive learning
environment for all students. Librarians play an important role in making
students feel at home and also helping them move toward the successful
completion of their studies. In our efforts to further this goal, each
librarian will be a Hannon Library liaison to a student group associated with equity,
inclusion, and diversity.<span></span></span></font></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Other
major responsibilities include providing research guidance at the Research Help
Desk (6-8 hours/week), via email, and in one-on-one consultations to a diverse
student body and faculty with interdisciplinary research interests. The
librarian will also participate in library committees and team-based projects. <span> </span><span style="color:black;background:rgb(239,239,239) none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span></span></span></span></font></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">This
position reports directly to the University Librarian and is a tenure-track
faculty position. The librarian will be expected to participate in service and
scholarly activities commensurate with faculty rank. <span></span></span></font></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><b><u><span style="color:rgb(112,48,160);background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span><span style="text-decoration:none"><br></span></span></span></u></b></span></font></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%">Southern
Oregon University is a public liberal arts institution of approximately 6,000
undergraduate and 500 graduate students. The surrounding area is known for
cultural offerings such as the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Ashland
International Film Festival, and the Britt Music Festival. The Rogue Valley is
also renowned for outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and biking. We
offer excellent comprehensive health and retirement benefits.</span><span style="background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span></span></span></span></font></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Required qualifications:<span></span></span></font></p>

<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">ALA-accredited
     MLS.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">A second master’s degree or in the
     process of completing a second master’s degree. (Successful applicant must
     complete the second master's degree to achieve tenure and promotion.)<span style="background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span></span></span></span></font></li><li><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Proficiency with web development
     technology such as HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, PHP, Bootstrap, etc.<span style="background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span></span></span></span></font></li><li><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%">Demonstrated
     ability to adhere to Web Content Accessibility Guideline 2.0 standards.<span></span></span></span></font></li><li><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Proven understanding of and dedication to
     information architecture and usability principles.<span style="background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span></span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Demonstrated ability to interact with a
     diverse population.<span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Evidence
     of excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.<span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Commitment
     to professional growth and development, especially in the realm of web
     development, Primo <span class="gmail-il">discovery</span>, and electronic resource access.<span></span></span></font></li></ul>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.5in;line-height:15pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><b><span style="color:rgb(83,129,53);background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span> </span></span></b></span></font></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:15pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%">Preferred qualifications:</span><span style="background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%"><span></span></span></span></font></p>

<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Successful
     teaching experience, preferably in an academic or research library. <span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:12pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">3 or more years of experience as a reference
     librarian.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:12pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">3 or more years of web development experience,
     preferably in an academic library.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:12pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Experience with or coursework applicable to
     usability testing.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:12pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Experience or coursework applicable to managing a <span class="gmail-il">discovery</span>
     system.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:12pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">ExLibris Primo Back Office certification and
     experience.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:12pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Experience in or coursework applicable to managing an
     OpenURL link resolver service and knowledge base.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:12pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Experience in managing proxy server configurations,
     especially EZProxy.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:12pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Experience investigating and addressing electronic
     resource access issues.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:12pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Experience or coursework applicable to creating
     functional and accessible web forms.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:12pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Experience with electronic resource vendor
     administrative modules.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:12pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Proven visual design skills, especially in the web
     context.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:12pt;background:white none repeat scroll 0% 0%;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Proficiency with Photoshop or similar image editing
     software.</span><span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Proficiency
     with Angular JS.<span></span></span></font></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Background
     in currently needed subject areas such as Native American studies, visual
     arts, or performing arts.</span></font></li></ul><div><br></div><div>
------------------------------<br><b>Emily Miller-Francisco</b><br><div>Collection Development Librarian</div><div>Hannon Library<br></div>Southern Oregon University<br><div><a href="tel:541-552-6819" value="+15415526819" target="_blank">541-552-6819</a> / <a href="mailto:millere@sou.edu" target="_blank">millere@sou.edu</a>  <br></div><div><i>pronouns<font color="rgb(0, 0, 0)"><font size="2">: </font></font>she/her/hers</i></div><div><i><br></i></div><div><i>
<span><font size="2" color="#000000">Southern Oregon University is built on the <span>traditional</span> <span>lands</span> of the Takelma and Shasta peoples. Today we recognize the many <span>tribes</span> and bands who call the Klamath Basin region their ancestral territory, and we highlight the continued sovereignty of the nine <span>tribes</span> of Oregon and Northern Californian <span>tribes</span> who have ties to this place.</font></span></i></div>

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