Posted 10/26/2009: Medoa Specialist II, Unviersity of the Pacific Library, Stockton, California

The University of the Pacific Library is seeking a Media Specialist 2.

Primary job responsibilities include supervising the operation of the library's Multimedia Studio and associated student technology assistants, assisting patrons with the development of rich multimedia materials, and maintenance and improvements of the library's website and electronic resources access links.

Essential functions include: training and assisting library patrons with the development of multimedia including digital editing, imaging, graphic design and animation; operating and maintaining the hardware and software used in the Multimedia Studio; maintaining the Library web site, catalog, and other electronic resource access web pages; hiring, training, and supervision of student assistants; providing desktop and technical support for patrons, staff and faculty as needed within the library; maintenance of other library equipment and software, including back-office support of the library's computer systems and other technology-related duties as needed.

Required: AA or BS/BA Degree; 1-2 years experience in multimedia production; Extensive knowledge of  multimedia hardware and software; PC and Apple desktop as well as Windows and Linux back-office computing environments; CD/DVD authoring skills; digital audio, image and video techniques; web page programming skills including HTML, PERL, PHP, XSL, JAVASCRIPT and SQL; strong commitment to customer service and effective problem resolution; demonstrated ability to achieve goals independently, as well as through good working relationships with colleagues. Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in a multicultural setting and a deep commitment to supporting and promoting diversity in higher education.

Preferred: Demonstrated experience in emerging multimedia and social networking technologies and their application within an academic library environment. Graduate work in instructional media, preferably in Education Media, Instructional Design, Marketing, or Public Relations.

Please see www.pacific.edu/hr for an on-line application or apply at Department of Human Resources, University of the Pacific, 3601 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, CA 95211. Position opened until filled.

When applying, please mention that you saw this ad on LISjobs.com/Library Job Postings on the Internet.