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Digital Projects Librarian and Institutional Repository Coordinator at The University of Connecticut Libraries

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Preservation Librarian, this position serves two main functions: Digital Projects Librarian and Institutional Repository Coordinator. The Digital Projects Librarian is responsible for managing digital reformatting operations that preserve and improve access to the University of Connecticut’s library and archival collections in all information formats (text, image, audio, video). As Institutional Repository Coordinator, this position oversees the day-to-day management, public education, marketing and promotion, and long-term planning for UConn’s institutional repository (IR), Digital Commons@UConn.

Minimum Qualifications:

A graduate degree in Library or Information Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association; two years experience using technology to deliver digital content in an academic research library or other cultural institution, or in a service bureau contracted to such an institution; demonstrated broad knowledge of current digital reformatting and digital conversion trends including issues relating to the application of metadata to digital objects; demonstrated knowledge of digital reformatting and digital conversion policies and technical procedures, including cost factors and productivity issues; basic knowledge of copyright issues as they relate to digital reformatting and scholarly communication; excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; evidence of excellent communication skills, including effective presentation and promotional abilities; evidence of participation in professional development activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Working knowledge of a range of computing platforms, storage environments, and digital library metadata frameworks (such as METS, MIX, and PREMIS, as well as the OAIS model) and operational experience with any of the following tools: CONTENTdm, XTF, DAITSS, FEDORA, SHERPA/RoMEO; Demonstrated initiative and commitment to public service; Experience with photography and scanning in a library or archival environment sufficient to be fluently conversant with image capture and manipulation issues; knowledge about scholarly communication issues and strong interest in pursuing the development of alternative publishing venues for faculty and students; preservation experience in an academic research library or other cultural institution, or in a service bureau contracted to such an institution; experience with grant writing and fund procurement.

University Setting:

The University of Connecticut, established in 1881, is a Carnegie Research I University. It was recently cited as one of the top 20 public national universities and is engaged in an ambitious twenty-year $2.3 billion campus building project. The main campus, situated in Storrs on 3100 acres of woodlands and rolling hills, is located approximately 30 miles from Hartford, the state capital, and midway between Boston and New York City. There are approximately 25,000 students system-wide.

University Libraries:

The University of Connecticut Libraries, members of the Association of Research Libraries, the Boston Library Consortium, and the Center for Research Libraries is a technologically advanced library and the exciting center of intellectual life on campus. The Libraries is organized in a team-based structure to engage more fully its ongoing strategic programs. These include: developing strong partnerships with academic departments and key organizations on campus; shaping user services through data collection and user feedback; providing desktop access to full-text, current awareness, and database information resources system-wide; and building and preserving research collections of excellence. This dynamic organization offers creative, motivated, and service-oriented individuals exceptional opportunities for growth and learning.

Compensation:

The anticipated hiring salary for this position is $54,000. University benefits include 22 paid vacation days/year, 12 paid State holidays, health and retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement.

Application Procedures:

Submit a letter of application, resume and the names, address, and telephone numbers of three professional references to:
Barbara Oakley, Interim Assistant Vice Provost for University Libraries
University of Connecticut Libraries
369 Fairfield Way, Unit 2005A
Storrs, CT 06269-2005

Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For more information about the University of Connecticut, the University Libraries or for a complete position description, please visit our web page at: http://www.lib.uconn.edu/about/recruitment. (Search # 2008073)

The University of Connecticut has a strong commitment to diversity and seeks a broad spectrum of candidates.

For further info, including the full job description, see:
http://www.lib.uconn.edu/about/employment/professional/digprojlib.htm