Law School Digital Initiatives and Systems Librarian - 528833

The University of Alabama•Tuscaloosa, AL

24d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Law School Digital Initiatives and Systems Librarian oversees the library’s technology infrastructure. Oversees acquisition of library technical systems. Maintains and updates existing systems and staff training. Designs and maintains the library’s website. Provides long-term planning. Collaborates in the provision of research, reference, and instructional services.

Requirements

Master's degree and some experience including digital library initiatives, digitization, metadata or technical services, and/or digital archives or preservation.
Working knowledge of one or more digital library management systems such as CONTENTdm, Islandora, DSpace, or Omeka.
Demonstrated project management skills and/or formal training in project management or workflow optimization/evaluation.
Ability to work in a team-based setting where consultation, flexibility, collaboration, cooperation, and resilience are essential.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years related experience involving digital library initiatives, digitization, metadata or technical services, and/or digital archives or preservation.

Responsibilities

Oversees the library’s technology infrastructure.
Oversees acquisition of library technical systems.
Maintains and updates existing systems and staff training.
Designs and maintains the library’s website.
Provides long-term planning.
Collaborates in the provision of research, reference, and instructional services.
Oversees and manages all systems, technologies, and initiatives related to library operations and digitization efforts.
Ensures seamless access to digital library resources and materials.
Identifies, sets, and implements standards and best practices for library systems and technologies.
Develops innovative solutions for resource preservation, discovery, and access.
Spearheads special projects to support technological innovation within the law library.
Works collaboratively with others to coordinate efforts, serving as a liaison with other departments, vendors, and staff.
Serves as the administrator and primary point of contact for the library’s integrated library system, research guides platform, and digital repository.
Manages grants and other project monies tied to digitization and preservation initiatives.
Supervises staff and students engaged in digitization projects, and provides leadership, guidance, and support.
Participates in collection development activities, assist with outreach initiatives, and engage in strategic and budget planning with the library’s administrative team.