Digital and Web Services Librarian - Westerville, United States - Otterbein University

Description

Location: Westerville, OH

Job Type: Administrative Staff

Job Number: 00292

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Library

Opening Date: 03/13/2024

DESCRIPTION

Otterbein University is looking for a qualified Digital and Web Services Librarian to oversee the management, preservation, and distribution of the university's digital content in the institutional repository. This role involves managing library web services and website content. Join as an exempt Staff with Faculty Rank Librarian.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

- Provide leadership and manage policy and planning activities for the university's digital collections infrastructure
- Collaborate with various departments to establish partnerships and secure funding for digitization projects
- Assist university programs in utilizing institutional repository materials for research and teaching
- Support scholarly communications services and initiatives to enhance campus awareness of research impact
- Curate metadata and workflows for digital content discovery and management
- Administer library web operations, including page development, maintenance, and training
- Offer general and specialized reference services, supervise library shifts, and participate in information literacy programs
- Act as a liaison for designated departments, providing instructional support and consultation on scholarly communications
QUALIFICATIONS

To excel in this role, candidates must possess an MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited library school and at least one year of relevant experience in an academic library setting. Supervisor experience is desirable. Proficiency in digitization standards and technologies such as DSpace and familiarity with digital publishing tools is required. Understanding of digital scholarship and information literacy practices is a plus.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Upon review, applications should include a cover letter, resume or C.V., and a minimum of three professional references. The deadline for applications is April 30, 2024, with continuous review until the position is filled

Otterbein University is committed to equal opportunities in education and employment.

Discover a comprehensive benefits package at Otterbein University, including:

• Tuition benefit for employee and dependents
• 4 weeks of paid vacation and 10 days of sick leave annually
• 11 paid holidays and additional bonus days
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for employees, dependents, or domestic partner
• Retirement plan contributions
• Disability coverage
• and more

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