Digital Res. Mngt Librarian Requisition # S00907P FLSA Exempt Location IIT-Mies Campus (MC), 10 West 35th St., Chicago Department Galvin Library GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Digital Resources Management Librarian implements, maintains, supports, and enhances a wide range of technologies and systems to provide innovative library services and ensure access to the library’s extensive range of online information resources and digital collections. This position plays a key role in the identification, development and adoption of new and emerging technologies at the library, and supports the campus community in the use of existing information technology as well as data and computational literacy. Special Schedule Requirements Occasional nights and weekends may be required. EEOC Statement Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer committed to enhancing equity, inclusion and diversity within its community. It actively seeks applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, creed, national origin, disability, age, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity and expression. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Education & Experience Master’s degree, with a Master’s in Library and Information Science from an ALA-Accredited program required. A minimum of three years of directly relevant professional experience working with information technology, digital initiatives, web services, and/or library systems required. Experience with lifecycle management of electronic resources preferred. Experience supporting and maintaining library automated systems, institutional repositories, digital collections, exhibit, or publishing software, and archival management systems including but not limited to such systems as Alma, Primo, Omeka, and Islandora desirable. Knowledge & Skills Knowledge of library, communication, and web standards such as, OpenURL and link resolvers, proxy systems, SUSHI, linked data, OAI-PMH, REST, HTML, CSS, and XML, as well as knowledge of relational database systems required. Experience with scripting languages, python or R preferred. Knowledge of Drupal, Islandora, and other content systems preferred. Strong service orientation, excellent oral and written communication skills, and excellent project management skills required. Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development required. List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred. No specific certifications or licenses are required. Key Responsibilities Key Responsibility Provide lifecycle management of the library’s electronic resources, including journals, ebooks, and databases. Troubleshoot access and connectivity issues, and participate in the ongoing assessment, selection, and integration of these resources. Percentage Of Time 20 Key Responsibility Work closely with the Head of Library Systems and Web Services and the library’s Digital Initiatives Group to articulate a clear, compelling and sustainable vision for digital initiatives and emerging technologies in the Library. Collaborate across the library to identify, develop, and implement new digital initiatives and maintain and enhance existing digital projects. Participate in projects to improve and optimize workflows through automation and system integration. Percentage Of Time 25 Key Responsibility Provide ongoing support for various library systems, including the integrated library system, archives management system, institutional repository, and interlibrary loan management system. Assist in maintaining the library’s various web properties, including both open-source and proprietary platforms. Percentage Of Time 25 Key Responsibility Act as a liaison to the library and campus community for data and computational literacy initiatives. This may include spearheading specific workshops, consultations, and/or cross-campus collaborations. Percentage Of Time 10 Key Responsibility Represent IIT Libraries at campus, regional, and national levels. Pursue personal professional development and contribute to the profession through local and national professional and scholarly activities. Percentage Of Time 10 Key Responsibility Other duties as assigned. Percentage Of Time 10 Work Hours Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm or comparable schedule Occasional evening and weekend hours possible. Position Category Full Time Posting Date 01/28/2022 Closing Date Posted Until Filled Yes Quicklink for Posting https://iit7.peopleadmin.com/postings/8054 ---- Brought to you by code4lib jobs: https://jobs.code4lib.org/jobs/51782-digital-resources-management-librarian
