Recognizing the programmatic importance of the Library's Web presence, the following principles and structure will guide the development and maintenance of Web pages and sites representing the Yale University Library.

1. Web Development Specialists In consultation with Library Human Resources, LMC members will designate at least one Web development specialist for units under their direction.  The Web development specialist will serve as a resource for other staff members, including student staff, with Web development responsibilities.  The Web development specialist will be required to possess an appropriate level of knowledge about Web development and the Library Web server.  This staff member will also be responsible for ensuring that Web pages in the unit adhere to Web development policies and guidelines developed by Web Advisory Group (WAG - the Library's Web Advisory Group has been replaced by the Public Interfaces Committee, PIC), to University policies (including specific "proscriptions on use" noted in the Yale University Information Technology Appropriate Use Policy located at Yale University Policy, and to copyright law.

   PIC, in cooperation with the Web, Workstation & Digital Consulting Services (WW&DCS), will maintain a regular training program and appropriate documentation for library staff designated as Web development specialists.

1. The Web development specialist should possess a minimal set of skills as mandated by WAG.  These skills currently include, but are not limited to, the following:

   1. Familiarity with Library Web development policies;
   2. Working knowledge of HTML;
   3. Working knowledge of the designated Web editor(s);
   4. Understanding of basic UNIX commands;
   5. Understanding of the structure of the Library Web Server, directories and permissions;
   6. Understanding of FTP.

2. Authorized Web Development Tools: PIC and the WW&DCS will have the joint authority to select and provide support for standard Web development tools, such as HTML editors, Dreamweaver, and assure an ongoing assessment of such tools.  WW&DCS and PIC will provide staff with the basic assistance and training needed for using these tools.  The Library Human Resources Staff Training program may also organize training sessions.

3. Accounts on the Library Web Server: The WW&DCS creates staff accounts on the library Web server.  In order to prevent damage to Web content, the head of the WW&DCS, in consultation with the unit head whenever possible, will have the authority to refuse or suspend public directory accounts and/or directory permissions for staff members lacking necessary Web development skills.

Approved by LMC on 8/16/00