WEB DEVELOPER

The Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library is seeking a creative, energetic Web Developer to help move our Digital Branch to the next level of sophistication. The successful candidate will help maintain and build-out tscpl.org, help develop specialty sites, build searchable databases, and work on web design.

Required qualifications:
• A bachelor's degree plus 2 years experience building websites and web applications, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Web 2.0 mindset and an understanding of Web 2.0 philosophies, including integrating all platforms from podcasts to text messages to handheld devices to social networking platforms.
• Strong demonstrated background in XHTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, XML, XSLT
• Demonstrated ability to seek out and learn new technology
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Ability to work in and contribute to a diverse team environment
• Must be a self-starter
Desired qualifications:
• Experience with web 2.0 APIs including del.icio.us, flickr, Google maps, etc
• Library experience, especially in a public library
• Design experience would be helpful
• MLS


The Web Developer reports to the Digital Services Supervisor. The starting salary range begins at $46,752 a year and may be higher depending on qualifications. Excellent benefits, including BCBS health & dental insurance at a nominal cost to the employee, retirement through KPERS, and a cafeteria plan, with 22 days vacation and 12 days sick leave.


To apply, please submit a completed TSCPL application form with a resume and compelling cover letter to 
          Human Resources
          Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library
          1515 SW 10th Avenue
          Topeka, KS 66604-1374
          By email: employ@tscpl.org.
An application form is available at our web site here (http://www.tscpl.org/pdf/empapp.pdf). The selection committee will be reviewing applications and candidates until the position is filled. A pre- and/or post-employment drug screen, criminal history record check, and physical capacity test are required as a condition of employment. TSCPL is an equal opportunity employer.


The Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library is committed to making a difference in its community, serving over 91,000 registered borrowers among a population of 167,000 with a staff of 240 full and part-time employees and over 400 active volunteers. Founded in 1870, the Library operates from a 168,000 square foot Main Library facility, designed by Michael Graves and opened in 2002. In 2007 over 2.3 million items were circulated from a collection of 512,000 items; over 207,000 reference questions were answered; over 127,000 people attended meetings in the 14 meeting rooms offered by the Library; over 4,700 patrons attended computer training; over 23,000 patrons attended Gallery shows and over 71,000 attended programming offered by library staff. The library's digital branch website hosted over 360,000 unique visitors last year.