Accessible Web Services Librarian (UX & Catalog)

University of Alabama Libraries; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama Libraries seeks a Librarian I (Web Services) to design and maintain library websites and web-based applications with strong focus on accessibility and usability. The role supports content creation for instruction and marketing materials and collaborates with Systems staff to improve discovery interfaces.

Key duties include developing accessible public and staff sites, training staff, and evaluating interfaces for WCAG compliance, using analytics to assess site usage, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or MLS with 0–1 year (or 4–5 years with BA/BS) related experience.
• Experience in a library environment preferred.
• Experience supporting technology in higher education.
• Experience with open-source software development and troubleshooting.
• Experience using web UI frameworks such as Bootstrap.
• Experience using SQL and relational databases.
• Experience managing and configuring Windows IIS web servers.

Responsibilities

• Designs and maintains accessible library websites and web-based apps.
• Trains staff on web content development and accessibility.
• Collaborates with Systems team to enhance discovery interfaces.
• Reviews and updates web content for currency and WCAG compliance.
• Evaluates online interfaces for usability and accessibility.
• Uses analytics to report on site usage.
• Keeps staff informed about technology developments.

Skills

WCAG accessibility

Usability testing

Analytics

Web content development

Staff training

Education

Master’s degree in CS/MIS or MLS

Bachelor’s degree in CS/MIS or related field with 4–5 years experience

Tools

Bootstrap

SQL

Windows IIS

Content Management Systems

Job description

University of Alabama Libraries seeks a Librarian I (Web Services) to design and maintain library websites and web-based applications with strong focus on accessibility and usability. The role supports content creation for instruction and marketing materials and collaborates with Systems staff to improve discovery interfaces.

Key duties include developing accessible public and staff sites, training staff, and evaluating interfaces for WCAG compliance, using analytics to assess site usage, and