Emerging Technologies Librarian
Created:
September 5, 2015
Description
Reporting to the Head of Library Information Technology, the Emerging Technologies Librarian supports the management and development of an array of library-related IT systems and services to library users in support of the mission, vision and values of Raynor Memorial Libraries and Marquette University.Specific responsibilities
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Provide ongoing support for a variety of library systems:
- Web application support for web services (LibGuides, CONTENTdm, and bepress Digital Commons)
- Existing departmental resource pages in SharePoint
- Lead the migration of library web resources to a content management system – OU Campus
- Develop and maintain data analytics and metrics for library IT systems and services
- Participate in the ongoing assessment of existing technology and explore and identify new and emerging technologies in collaboration with Library IT staff and library departments
- Assist in the provision of staff training
Required Qualifications
- ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Science
- Minimum 2 years related experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of operations, services, key issues and trends in academic libraries
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate with diverse constituencies
- Strong commitment to customer service and support
- Knowledge of web analytics and accessibility standards
- Knowledge of Web site creation and maintenance in a CMS environment
- Successful project management experience
- Experience with Integrated Library Systems (III Sierra preferred)
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and library innovation
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of web technologies and metadata manipulation and scripting languages (e.g. XSLT, Java, JavaScript, Python, or PHP)
- Knowledge of semantic metadata formats and standards (e.g. SPARQL, RDF, BIBFRAME, schema.org)
- Knowledge of digital repository projects and metadata development and maintenance for local digital collections
- Experience leveraging library APIs
- Experience with workflow design and automation
- Experience with SharePoint services and functionality
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Published: Saturday, September 5, 2015 00:09 UTC
Last updated: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 23:41 UTC