Description
The Digital Initiatives & Systems Librarian is responsible for overseeing and managing all systems, technologies, and initiatives related to library operations and digitization efforts. This includes ensuring seamless access to digital library resources and materials; identifying, setting, and implementing standards and best practices for library systems and technologies; developing innovative solutions for resource preservation, discovery, and access; spearheading special projects to support technological innovation within the law library; working collaboratively with others to coordinate efforts, serving as a liaison with other departments, vendors, and staff; serving as the administrator and primary point of contact for the library’s integrated library system, research guides platform, and digital repository; and managing grants and other project monies tied to digitization and preservation initiatives.
The Digital Initiatives & Systems Librarian is responsible for the functional supervision of staff and students engaged in digitization projects, providing leadership, guidance, and support. In addition, they participate in collection development activities, assist with outreach initiatives, and engage in strategic and budget planning with the library’s administrative team.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in library and information science (or equivalent degree) from an ALA-accredited library or information science school.
- Minimum of three (3) years related experience involving digital library initiatives, digitization, metadata or technical services, and/or digital archives or preservation. (Academic environment preferred.)
- Working knowledge of one or more digital library management systems such as CONTENTdm, Islandora, DSpace, or Omeka.
- Demonstrated project management skills and/or formal training in project management or workflow optimization/evaluation.
- Ability to work in a team-based setting where consultation, flexibility, collaboration, cooperation, and resilience are essential.
