LIBRARY WEBMASTER

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Part-Time Library Webmaster EMPLOYER: American Baptist Theological Seminary (DBA) American Baptist College DEPARTMENT: Library Services REPORTS TO: Director of Library Services

EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/01/2026

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining the Susie McClure Library’s website for American Baptist College. ** This role is a temporary 1-year project, contingent upon the renewal and availability of grant-based funding.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Website Management: Routinely updates, redesigns, and maintains the library's official website, event calendars, promotional slides, and digital forms.
• Content & Branding Coordination: Works with library staff and other departments to ensure consistent messaging, brand identity, and up-to-date program information across web and social platforms.
• Technical & System Support: Oversees basic front-end and back-end updates, database or CMS upkeep, proxy/e-resource link management, and integration with the library service platform (LSP) or integrated library system (ILS) in support and collaboration with the Assistant Director/Technical Services Librarian and Systems Librarian.
• Staff & Patron Assistance: Troubleshoots web-based technologies, digital archives, online databases, and public-facing digital tools in support and collaboration with the Technical Services Librarian and Systems Librarian.
• Digital Accessibility Standards: Establishes and documents rules to ensure the website complies with modern accessibility standards, such as WCAG and ADA requirements.
• Privacy & Security Frameworks: Coordinates with library leadership and IT to draft and update user privacy policies, data collection guidelines, and cookie consent rules. Page 2 of 3
• Acceptable Use Policies: Helps define the rules for academic internet use, digital reservation systems (when applicable), and interactive online library spaces.
• Digital Resource Guides: Creates step-by-step documentation, video tutorials, and internal reference guides for troubleshooting website bugs or updating event calendars.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA) from a four-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience; OR
• Master's Degree (MA) or equivalent, or four to ten years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience or coursework in Information Technology, Library Science, Web Design, or digital communications (frequently paired with relevant hands-on experience.
• Proficiency in content management systems such as Stacks CMS, HTML, CSS, JavaScript basics, database administration, and library digital platforms is a plus.
• Strong writing, editing, and graphic design skills for digital publications and outreach.
• Certificates, licenses, and registrations required: o N/A
• Computer skills required: o HTML, CSS, JavaScript; o Content Management Systems (CMS); o Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and/or Canva; o Microsoft Office Suite (365)
• Other skills required: o General Design Principles or formal certification proving your proficiency in visual asset creation tools like Photoshop or Illustrator.

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.

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• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to sit.
• Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Occasionally/Frequently/Continually required to talk or hear.