Lead Developer / Programmer Analyst 3

Description

Lead Developer / Programmer Analyst 3
Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Yale University
New Haven, CT
Salary Grade:  25
Requisition:  #19610BR
www.yale.edu/jobs

Schedule:   Full-time (37.5 hours per week); Standard Work Week (M-F, 8:30-5:00)

Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut.  Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include two major art museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.

THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY
The Yale University Library, as one of the world's leading research libraries, collects, organizes, preserves, and provides access to and services for a rich and unique record of human thought and creativity. It fosters intellectual growth and is a highly valued partner in the teaching and research missions of Yale University and scholarly communities worldwide. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including more than 12.5 million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaged in numerous digital initiatives designed to provide access to a full array of scholarly information. Housed in the Sterling Memorial Library and fifteen school and departmental libraries, it employs a dynamic, diverse, and innovative staff of over 500 who have the opportunity to work with the highest caliber of faculty and students, participate on committees, and are involved in other areas of staff development.  For additional information on the Yale University Library, please visit the Library's web site at http://www.library.yale.edu/.

BEINECKE RARE BOOK & MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY
The Beinecke Library, one of the world's largest buildings devoted entirely to rare books and manuscripts, is Yale's principal repository for literary archives, early manuscripts, and rare books. The Beinecke collections are internationally known and heavily used by scholars from around the world. For further information about the Beinecke Library, consult the library's web site at: http://www.library.yale.edu/beinecke.

POSITION FOCUS
Reporting to the Head of Technology and Digital Assets, the Lead Developer develops, integrates, implements, and supports both front end and back end web applications.  Works collegially and collaboratively with staff within Beinecke, across the Yale University Library, the Office of Digital Assets & Infrastructure, and Yale Information Technology Services. Takes the lead role in providing recommendations, technical guidance, designs and documentation for projects related to implementing new systems, improving existing systems, describing how the new technology will integrate into staff workflows, and specifying how outside units or vendors will participate in projects. 

REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
1.       Provides technical expertise in developing programs or systems of moderate to large size.
2.       Responsible for the development and delivery of applications, programs, and systems.  Evaluates departmental business and administrative processes and needs. Identify, define, and analyzes system requirements to meet the expectations of stakeholders and intended end user needs, scheduled timeline, and budgetary targets.
3.       Defines and designs new systems and applications. Provides business solutions. Performs complex problem solving.
4.       Provides technical guidance and recommendations for projects which includes architectural design, technology selection and methodologies to apply. Responsible for the creation, definition, requirements, communication and management of project plans. Plans billable time and project implementation costs.
5.       Provides ongoing maintenance and support for applications and systems.
6.       Drives the development of systems documentation. Develops formal design proposals and cost and time estimates for new systems. Trains and mentors technical staff. Provides training to end users.
7.       Recommends and creates new policy.
8.       Applies and keeps current with existing and emerging technologies and methodologies. Provides ongoing input to the establishment of programming standards, procedures, and methodologies.
9.       May perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
1.       Provides technical expertise in developing and supporting programs or systems of moderate to large size for use by patrons and staff of the Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library and the Yale University Library.
2.       Takes the lead role in providing recommendations, technical guidance, designs and documentation for projects related to implementing new systems, improving existing systems, describing how the new technology will integrate into staff workflows, and specifying how outside units or vendors will participate in projects.
3.       Takes a technical leadership position in selecting and implementing various library-related software packages and participating in software projects both within the Yale community and beyond.
4.       Formulates and implements project plans, coordinates with other departments and user groups, and brings projects to timely completion for a diverse set of user communities.
5.       Drives the development of systems documentation.  Develops formal design proposals, cost and time estimates for new systems. Trains and mentors technical staff.  Provides training to end-users.
6.       Applies and keeps current with existing and emerging technologies and methodologies.  Provides ongoing input to the establishment of programming standards, procedures, and methodologies and makes appropriate recommendations.
7.       May be assigned additional responsibilities as required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree.  Five years of related experience in analysis and programming of medium to large-scale systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1.       Expert knowledge of: server-side web programming languages; user-facing web standards and platforms; all aspects of coding, debugging, and unit testing routines for any project.
2.       Demonstrated ability with: managing, migrating, and integrating complex data sets; using and developing web applications and services, both local and cloud based server environment using UNIX, Linux, and Microsoft Server running web server software.
3.       Database administration and programming experience, particularly with MS SQL Server (SSIS, SSRS), MySQL, PostgreSQL, and/or Oracle.  Must demonstrate the ability to craft SQL, stored procedures, automate regular ETL routines, and user-defined functions.
4.       Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines in an environment of multiple and changing priorities.  Apply well-developed analytical and problem solving skills with an ability to address high-level technical problems and provide workflow and resource analysis. 
5.       Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written expression.  Demonstrated ability to work well independently and with others.  Must be willing to present work to both technical and lay audiences.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS
Experience with: PHP, Python, Ruby on Rails, .Net using C# or Visual Basic, and/or Java; user-facing web standards/platforms  (Drupal, WordPress, HTML/XHTML, cross-browser CSS, Javascript, jQuery/AJAX, mobile web); library software (Atlas Aeon, Archivists’ Toolkit, VuFind, Blacklight, LadyBird); search platforms (i.e. Apache Solr);  web server software (Apache HTTP, Tomcat, Microsoft IIS 6/7).  Demonstrable track record of developing high quality and innovative applications, products, and services preferably in a library, academic institution, or the non-profit sector.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more.

Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references should be sent by creating an account and applying online at http://www.yale.edu/jobs for immediate consideration - the STARS req ID for this position is 19610BR.  Please be sure to reference 19610BR in your cover letter.

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. Internal candidates may be subject to a motor vehicle or credit check for this position based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent on successful completion of the required background check.  Please visit http://www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process.

Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.