User Experience (UX) Professional

Posting Detail Information

Working TitleUser Experience (UX) Professional

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid / in-office work

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202401408AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional / Research Professional

Classification TitleProf / Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours / Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$76,500 - $86,000

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; its a thriving community thats transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https : / / inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu / about / ) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11 : 59pm (MT) on08 / 26 / 2024

Description of Work Unit

The Colorado State University Libraries is the heart of learning and research on campus, connecting curious minds to vital information and knowledge. The library system includes a primary library, Morgan Library, and a branch library in CSUs Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The Libraries mission is to curate inclusive collections and provide equitable access to materials and services critical to student success, research brilliance and community engagement. The Libraries employs approximately 80 faculty and staff and 100 student employees who collaborate to meet the informational needs of users in the Libraries physical and digital spaces.

The CSU Libraries is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice. As part of a land grant university built on indigenous lands, we are mindful of our history and recognize that equity and social justice work requires intention, persistence, and humility. We believe that improving equity and enacting social justiceamong our staff, in our services, in our spaces, and in our communitiesis a guiding star toward a better future.

The Library Technology Services team plays an important part in achieving the strategic goals and priorities of CSU Libraries (https : / / lib.colostate.edu / about / strategic-plan / ) by administering, developing, and supporting library applications and technologies. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the library, the university and the profession, we strive to create user centered systems that enhance discovery and preservation of knowledge resources and services.

Position Summary

The User Experience (UX) Professional will be instrumental in ensuring a seamless and empowering online user experience for staff and users by eliminating barriers to managing, discovering, and using library resources and services. The person in this position will be responsible for creating a deep understanding of Libraries online user behavior with UX assessment methods and analysis. They will actively work with the Library Technology Services team and library staff to apply their findings and implement solutions across a wide variety of online applications and discovery methods. CSU Libraries supports flexible work options for this role including in-person, hybrid or fully remote with expected on-site visits up to 3 times a year.

Required Job Qualifications

Preferred Job Qualifications

Diversity Statement

Personal or professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by persistent effort, active planning, allocation of resources and / or accountability for diversity and inclusion outcomes.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryUser Experience (UX) Design and Implementation

Duty / Responsibility

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategoryOnline User Experience (UX) Research and Analysis

Duty / Responsibility

Percentage Of Time30

Job Duty CategoryProduct Management and Consultation

Duty / Responsibility

Percentage Of Time20

Job Duty CategoryProfessional Development and Service

Duty / Responsibility

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please upload the following documents :

At Colorado State University, diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than words they are a call to action. The CSU Libraries supports this vision with a commitment to boosting equitable access to knowledge by eliminating barriers to discovery. We seek candidates from a rich diversity of lived experiences who are excited to work with users in an inclusive university community that welcomes and affirms the diversity of people, identities, perspectives, and ideas. Applicants are encouraged to think broadly about and communicate how their skills and experiences transfer to the qualifications in ways that may not be obvious. We strongly encourage those who will further advance the Libraries commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. We welcome applicants with a range of experiences, including those new to the profession.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the time of hire. CSU Libraries will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search ContactAlyssa Baechle, library_human_resources@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https : / / oeo.colostate.edu / ) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the Universitys Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https : / / www2.ed.gov / about / offices / list / ocr / docs / howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and / or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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Salary : $76,500 - $86,000