User Experience (UX) Librarian

Department

website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary $,-$,, offers will be commensurate with experience.

Anticipated Start Date / / 5 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date / / 4 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants should attach a 1-2 page letter of interest, a complete CV, and the names, titles, and contact information of three professional references.

The University of Georgia Libraries wish to emphasize that preferred qualifications are not required and we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop preferred knowledge, skills and abilities.

Applicants are encouraged to communicate the ways in which their work meets required or preferred qualifications in ways that may not be obvious.

Candidates should submit their materials by September , 4, however, the position will remain open until filled.

Questions? Email libjobs@ Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@).

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Position Details

Position Information Classification Title Librarian AC FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Fiscal ( mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications An ALA-accredited Master’s in Library and Information Science or relevant terminal degree Position Summary The University of Georgia Libraries seeks an innovative, service-oriented individual for the position of User Experience (UX) Librarian.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping how our patrons interact with our resources and services. This faculty Librarian position reports to the Systems and Discovery Librarian;

participates in professional activity; and serves on library, university, and statewide committees. Discovery and Digital Services is a new unit within the UGA Libraries recently formed as a result of our organizational assessment work.

The position will work with a team dedicated to exploring and implementing user-centered library systems and applications, including the Libraries’ web presence, archival discovery, and IR platform.

This role will develop and support content strategies and style guides for the libraries’ user interfaces including the library websites and discovery layers;

collaborate with library departments and technology staff to design and test user interface improvements; and serve on Library, campus, regional, and national organizations and initiatives.

UGA librarians are non-tenured faculty members. UGA offers an attractive benefits program including a choice of health and retirement plans, dental plan, vision plan, tuition remission, paid relocation, days annual leave, days sick leave, and paid holidays.

Additional Requirements Candidates will be considered at the rank of Librarian / Archivist I, II, III, or IV.

• To be considered at the level of Librarian / Archivist II, candidates must have 2 years of professional experience after completion of their master’s degree in librarianship / information science, or 2 years of professional experience after completion of their terminal degree in a related field
• To be considered at the level of Librarian / Archivist III, candidates must have 5 years of professional experience after completion of their master’s degree in librarianship / information science, or 5 years of professional experience after completion of their terminal degree in a related field
• To be considered at the level of Librarian / Archivist IV, candidates must have years of professional experience after completion of their master’s degree in librarianship / information science, or years of professional experience after completion of their terminal degree in a related field

For more information about the requirements for the Librarian and Archivist ranks, please see the Guidelines for Librarian / Archivist Faculty Rank and Promotion : sites / default / files / admin / Relevant / Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and / or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies

• Familiarity with UX design, information architecture, or digital content management principles;
• Ability to work with users to test, analyze, and report usability and accessibility of public user interfaces and work with development staff to improve general user experience and comply with WCAG standards
• Knowledge of discovery layers like EBSCO Discovery Service (EDS) and / or content management systems like Drupal or WordPress;
• Knowledge of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and how SEO relates to the discovery of library resources;
• Knowledge of Google analytics or otherweb analytics platform;
• Strong communication and collaboration skills;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate technical information to a general audience and to interact effectively with students, faculty, and staff;
• Ability to work collegially and in a leadership role with library colleagues in a complex and changing environment;
• Ability to embrace change, think creatively and work independently;

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.

g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities.

• For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website . Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia;
• confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for;

and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website . Duties / Responsibilities Duties / Responsibilities

• Collaborates across library departments to develop and support content strategies that ensure the libraries’ digital interfaces are intuitive, accessible, and user-friendly;
• Uses a variety of assessment methods to better understand the needs of our users, inform design decisions, and identify and implement improvements to optimize the library’s discovery service, OPAC, website, and other digital platforms;
• Develops and supports internal style guides and UX resources for the libraries’ content contributors and provides training to libraries staff to ensure content contributors can operate effectively in the system and meet the needs of our users
• Leads task-based working groups in order to propose enhancements to systems, services, and spaces based on user needs;
• Organizes and categorizes digital content, making it easier for users to find relevant materials;
• Champion accessibility best practices, ensuring that all library resources comply with WCAG guidelines;
• Educates library staff on UX principles and assists with implementing user-centered practices;
• Work closely with librarians and developers to create cohesive user experiences;
• Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in UX design

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