Web & Systems Librarian (Assistant Professor)
https://employment.uwlax.edu/postings/18655
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Web & Systems Librarian (Tenure Track)https://employment.uwlax.edu/postings/18655
This 9-month tenure-track faculty appointment will direct, manage, and support the library’s evolving web and integrated systems infrastructure across multiple platforms. Lead the development and maintenance of the library website with a focus on user-centered design. Ensure the functioning of the integrated library system (ILS), discovery interface, authentication services, and other auxiliary systems. Assist in reference services, information literacy instruction, and collection development in assigned subjects. Participate in collegial governance, as well as campus and professional activities.Evaluate and implement user-centered web design in compliance with accessibility standards while maintaining the reliable organization and navigation of the library’s website.Administer, support, and provide analytics for the ILS and discovery interface (Ex Libris Alma/Primo VE), including collaborating with other librarians and UW System staff.Oversee the interoperability of the ILS and discovery interface, authe
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Are you a tech-savvy information enthusiast with a passion for enhancing online experiences? We are seeking a dynamic Web and Systems Librarian to join our team. In this role, you'll oversee our library's web presence, ensuring a seamless user experience and integrating our online systems. You'll play a pivotal role in empowering student success by enhancing access to educational resources and integrated library systems. Your expertise will help us optimize and innovate our online services, providing patrons with easy access to valuable resources. If you're eager to blend your technical skills with your love for libraries, apply now and help us shape the future of information access!
The individual will effectively oversee and maintain the library’s web presence and integrate the online systems infrastructure, while also engaging actively with the broader academic and professional community to enhance access to online resources. As a member of the Library Department, you will participate in reference services, collection development, and information literacy instruction. This is a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position with expectations for librarianship, scholarship, and service.
Responsibilities include:
Provide leadership and direction for the library website, the ILS and the Library Web Team.
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Serve as Campus Contact for UW Libraries Shared Library Systems consortium.
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Ensure seamless integration of the ILS, discovery interface, authentication services, and other auxiliary systems across multiple platforms.
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Maintain expertise and best practices in web design trends and ILS updates.
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Participate in reference services, including occasional weekend desk shifts.
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Participate in information literacy instruction activities.
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Participate in collection development areas of interest or expertise.
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Serve on Murphy Library, university, UW System, and professional committees as elected or appointed.
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Engage in an active program of scholarship, professional and community service as outlined in the University’s Faculty Handbook and the Library’s Departmental Guidelines
Murphy Library supports and values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. We seek a colleague who shares the department's commitment to diversity and who will be a dedicated teacher, active scholar, and effective mentor for students with diverse backgrounds, preparation, and career goals.
Murphy Library is integral to student success at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. Located in the heart of campus, the library provides a dynamic and diverse learning environment centered on the core principles of service, stewardship, information literacy and equity of access. Librarians have faculty status and are members of the library department, which is a peer-reviewed academic department. Murphy Library is administered by the library director who functions as an academic dean.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent international degree.
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Post MLS professional experience working with web design and/or library systems.
Preferred Qualifications
At least one year of post MLS professional experience working with web design and/or library systems.
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Familiarity with working in a peer-governed academic department including conducting research and participating in professional service.
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Demonstrated experience with the LMS Alma/Primo in a consortia environment.
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Demonstrated experience with web development and/or design.
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Demonstrated experience integrating library systems and auxiliary systems.
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Familiarity with Springshare products.
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Familiarity with programming languages.
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Knowledge of data analytics and the ability to generate reports from library systems.
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Experience with vendor communication and project management
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Familiarity with web accessibility compliance standards.
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Experience conducting web user research to understand user behavior to inform web design.
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Professional experience working in an academic library environment.
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Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively collaborate with project stakeholders, faculty/staff, colleagues, and students.
International Applicants and Applicants with International Degrees
When a position requires an ALA accredited degree, degrees from international institutions will be accepted under the following conditions:
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a. The degree has been recognized by the ALA as equivalent, or;
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b. The degree has been evaluated at the candidate’s expense by a U.S. credentialing
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service recommended by the ALA.
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International applicants or applicants with international degrees will be given a specific amount of time as determined by the Search & Screen committee.
Salary and Rank: Competitive salary for a full-time, 9-month tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Partial summer contracts may also be available.
Earliest Possible Starting Date: Monday, August 26, 2025.
First consideration will be given to applications received by March 24, 2025.
Note: Electronic submission of application materials is required. For additional information about this position and to apply, please visit: https://employment.uwlax.edu/postings/18655
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Web & Systems Librarian (Tenure Track)https://employment.uwlax.edu/postings/18655
This 9-month tenure-track faculty appointment will direct, manage, and support the library’s evolving web and integrated systems infrastructure across multiple platforms. Lead the development and maintenance of the library website with a focus on user-centered design. Ensure the functioning of the integrated library system (ILS), discovery interface, authentication services, and other auxiliary systems. Assist in reference services, information literacy instruction, and collection development in assigned subjects. Participate in collegial governance, as well as campus and professional activities.Evaluate and implement user-centered web design in compliance with accessibility standards while maintaining the reliable organization and navigation of the library’s website.Administer, support, and provide analytics for the ILS and discovery interface (Ex Libris Alma/Primo VE), including collaborating with other librarians and UW System staff.Oversee the interoperability of the ILS and discovery interface, authe
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Mike Olsonhttps://www.uwlax.edu/profile/molson3
Assistant Professor
Cataloging & Discovery Librarian, Murphy Library | UW-La Crossehttps://www.uwlax.edu/
molson3@uwlax.edumailto:molson3@uwlax.edu | 608.785.8638 | 113 Murphy Library
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