Digital Resources Management Librarian

Description

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