Emerging Technologies and Web Applications Specialist

Description

Penn State University Libraries is seeking an Emerging Technologies and Web Applications Specialist. The Emerging Technologies and Web Applications Specialist will provide programming support to develop web 2.0, semantic Web and other emerging Web technologies and assist with integrating them into enterprise software systems. Responsibilities include monitoring trends in user-centered Web design and emerging web technologies, creation of user-centered web tools and widgets, assisting with JAVA and JSP programming to support the Libraries Web content management system, participating in cross functional teams and providing regular communication to library employees. This job will be filled as a level 3 or level 4, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher plus four years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience for a level 3. Additional experience and/or education and competencies are required for higher level jobs. Required skills include: Java, JSP, HTML, CSS, SQL, JavaScript, and familiarity with Web 2.0 technology development; demonstrated experience and enthusiasm with emerging Web technologies; demonstrated commitment to diversity; ability to effectively communicate specialized information to a non-specialized audience and excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Preferred skills include experience with XML/XSLT, HTML 5, CSS3, jQuery, Ajax, additional server side scripting languages such as PHP, ColdFusion, etc., Oracle databases; project management, excellent customer service and demonstrated teamwork. Previous library experience is a plus. The successful candidate will be an energetic self-starter, curious and excited about new technologies. The University Libraries is a multicultural environment that embraces respect and diversity. Electronically submit a cover letter, salary requirements and resume at www.psu.jobs <http://www.psu.jobs> or mail to The Pennsylvania State University, Employment and Compensation Division, Job #A-33398, Fifth Floor, James M. Elliott Building, University Park, PA 16802 or fax to 814-865-3750. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

-- Janis Mathewson Department for Information Technologies (I-Tech) Penn State University Libraries University Park, PA 16802-1812 (814) 865-4867

-- Janis Mathewson Department for Information Technologies (I-Tech) Penn State University Libraries University Park, PA 16802-1812 (814) 865-4867