Electronic Resources & Digital Initiatives Librarian
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- Jan 25, 2023 Post Date
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- 23001333 Requisition #
Position Qualifications
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Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (or equivalent degree) from an ALA-accredited library or information science school.
Required Qualifications
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Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience in an academic environment dealing with at least two of the following: digital library initiatives, digitization, metadata, library technical systems, or archives/preservation.
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Awareness of and the ability to articulate the overall steps involved in producing a digital library collection, beginning with budgeting and selecting materials, and ending with training and launching a new online resource.
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Familiarity with the types of digital collections/resources typically found in an academic research library.
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Ability to work in a team-based setting where consultation, flexibility, collaboration, and cooperation are essential.
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Understanding of DEI/DEIB/DEIA issues and ability to effectively interact with diverse populations.
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Effective oral and written communication skills.
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Administrative experience with Alma or a similar ILS.
Desired Qualifications
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Working knowledge of one or more digital library management systems such as CONTENTdm, Islandora, DSpace, or Omeka.
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Experience with outreach and/or institutional social media engagement.
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Ability to implement the aspirations, visions, and missions of a large, academic research library as they relate to electronic resources and digital initiatives.
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Demonstrated project management skills and/or formal training in project management, workflow optimization, or continuous quality improvement.
Application Details:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
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Resume
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Cover Letter describing interest, qualifications, and experience advancing DEI/DEIB/DEIA in an academic environment, workplace setting, and/or the community.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Josh Gulick at joshua-gulick@uiowa.edu.
Benefits Highlights
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Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
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Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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