Digital Preservation Librarian Job at Digital Library Federation in New Orleans
Digital Library Federation, New Orleans, LA, United States
Tulane University Libraries at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA invites applications for the position of Digital Preservation Librarian. The Libraries consist of four physical locations across two campuses in one of the most vibrant and diverse cities in North America. The Libraries serve Tulane’s nine schools and one undergraduate college with over 4.6 million books and physical items; 1.2 million eBooks; nearly 200,000 online journals; 900 databases; and distinctive collections that focus on the many facets of New Orleans’s music, history, and culture. The Libraries host Tulane University Digital Collections , which include a digital library, electronic theses and dissertations, an exhibits platform, open access journals, and more. For more information about the Libraries visit https://library.tulane.edu/about .
Position Summary: The Digital Preservation Librarian leads the development of the cohesive digital preservation program ensuring the long-term access and preservation of digital assets under Tulane University Libraries’(TUL) stewardship. In collaboration with other library units, the Digital Preservation Librarian maintains and updates TUL Digital Preservation Framework, policies and practices appropriate for the long-term management and preservation of TUL’s digital assets both digitized and born-digital. The position also works closely with campus Information Technology to ensure long-term storage availability and with students and faculty with respect to data stewardship, and digital preservation issues. The Digital Preservation Librarian will bring a proactive awareness of social responsibility, historical institutional biases, and ethics of digital preservation. The Digital Preservation Librarian will have a strong commitment to providing excellent library service. The position reports to the Head of Digital Scholarship.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: ALA-accredited master’s degree in library or information science, archival certification, or a master’s or doctoral degree in another relevant field combined with at least three years in libraries and/or archives, with experience in digital preservation workflows, technologies, and policy appropriate experience in an academic library.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES:
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of digital preservation principles, issues, strategies, standards, and best practices.
Applied knowledge of preservation metadata and file format standards.
Familiarity with Trusted Digital Repositories, OAIS Reference Model, PREMIS, JHOVE and DROID.
Ability to normalize obsolete file formats.
Ability to gather, interpret, and analyze highly complex data to discern patterns, trends, and relationships to draw conclusions about digital collections.
Interest in developing digital preservation procedures and policy.
Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and in a group environment as part of a diverse team.
Commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace.
Ability to function fully and competently at technology competency Levels I and II outlined in the HTML Core Technology Competencies for Employees (See https://library.tulane.edu/about/job-opportunities ).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Participation in/contributions to digital preservation community (such as Digital Preservation Coalition, iPres, National Digital Stewardship Alliance, Open Preservation Foundation)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Process, arrange, and describe digital archival material in accordance with professional best practices, including all levels and forms of description. Maintain documentation of said practices for adoption and use. Developing and maintaining workflows grounded in current preservation practice. Conducting research or testing required to support and expand the library's digital preservation capabilities and strategies.
Leads the ongoing management of the library's digital preservation repository, which includes designing and implementing ingest, fixity and validation workflows for different content types and file formats. Provides expertise and guidance to managers in other library units on implementation and use of digital preservation methodologies, tools, workflow accessibility and sustainability best practices.
Participate as a member of the Digital Scholarship & Distinctive Collections division. Advise on the preservation and sustainability of data sets, and data management. Attend professional development opportunities for digital preservation procedures, or applications to keep current with the needs of TUL and emerging trends.
Performs other duties as requested or required, whether specifically mentioned in this job description.
Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000. Benefits include relocation assistance, tuition assistance, support for professional development and travel, and competitive health insurance and retirement contributions. For more details visit https://hr.tulane.edu/benefits/benefits .
To Apply: To apply for this position please visit https://apply.interfolio.com/161582 . To ensure full consideration, applicants must submit a letter of application, resume, and the names with full contact information of at least three professional references. Two of the three references must have supervised your work. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is selected. Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
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In Summary: The Digital Preservation Librarian leads the development of the cohesive digital preservation program ensuring the long-term access and preservation of digital assets under Tulane University Libraries’(TUL) stewardship . The position reports to the Head of Digital Scholarship . Tulane is committed to creating a community that foster a sense of belonging for all .
En Español: Las bibliotecas consisten en cuatro ubicaciones físicas a través de dos campus en una de las ciudades más vibrantes y diversas de América del Norte. Las librerías sirven Tulane's nueve escuelas y un colegio universitario con más de 4.6 millones de libros y artículos físicos; 1.2 millones eBooks; casi 200,000 revistas en línea; 900 bases de datos; y colecciones distintivas que se centran en las muchas facetas de la música, historia y cultura de Nueva Orleans. La posición también trabaja en estrecha colaboración con la Tecnología de Información del campus para garantizar la disponibilidad de almacenamiento a largo plazo y con los estudiantes y profesores con respecto a la administración de datos, y temas de preservación digital. El puesto reporta al Jefe de Becas Digitales. CONOCIENCIA REQUIRADA, SKILLS, ABILITADES/COMPETENCIAS: Un máster acreditado por la Alianza ALA en bibliotecas o ciencias de la información, certificación de archivos o un maestría o doctorado en otro campo relevante combinado con al menos tres años en las bibliotecas y/o archivos, con experiencia en flujos de trabajo de preservación digital, tecnologías y políticas apropiadas en una biblioteca académica. Mantener documentación de dichas prácticas para su adopción y uso. Desarrollar y mantener flujos de trabajo basados en la práctica actual de preservación. Realizar investigaciones o pruebas necesarias para apoyar y expandir las capacidades y estrategias de conservación digital de la biblioteca. Llevar a cabo el manejo continuo del repositorio de prescripción digital, que incluye diseñar e implementar los procesos de ingesta, fijación y validación de diferentes tipos de contenido y formatos de archivos. Proporcionar experiencia y orientación a los gerentes de otras unidades bibliotecarias sobre la implementación y utilización de metodologías, herramientas, accesibilidad de flujo de trabajo y mejores prácticas de sostenibilidad. Participar como miembro de la División Digital Scholarship & Distinctive Collections. Asesorar en la división de mantenimiento y sustentabilidad de datos y gestión de datos. Asistir a oportunidades profesionales de desarrollo profesional para procedimientos digitales de preservation de salud o aplicaciones actuales para mantenerse con los detalles de las necesidades emergentes. Para garantizar la plena consideración, los solicitantes deben presentar una carta de solicitud, currículum y los nombres con información completa de contacto de al menos tres referencias profesionales. Dos de las tres referentes deben haber supervisado su trabajo. La revisión de solicitudes comenzará inmediatamente y continuará hasta que se seleccione un candidato adecuado. Tulane University está comprometida a crear una comunidad y cultura que fomente el sentido de pertenencia para todos. Somos un empleador reconocido y educador que valora AA / EEO, Veteranos Protegidos e Individuos con Discapacidades. Alentamos a todos los candidatos calificados a aplicar. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Summary: The Digital Preservation Librarian leads the development of the cohesive digital preservation program ensuring the long-term access and preservation of digital assets under Tulane University Libraries’(TUL) stewardship. In collaboration with other library units, the Digital Preservation Librarian maintains and updates TUL Digital Preservation Framework, policies and practices appropriate for the long-term management and preservation of TUL’s digital assets both digitized and born-digital. The position also works closely with campus Information Technology to ensure long-term storage availability and with students and faculty with respect to data stewardship, and digital preservation issues. The Digital Preservation Librarian will bring a proactive awareness of social responsibility, historical institutional biases, and ethics of digital preservation. The Digital Preservation Librarian will have a strong commitment to providing excellent library service. The position reports to the Head of Digital Scholarship.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: ALA-accredited master’s degree in library or information science, archival certification, or a master’s or doctoral degree in another relevant field combined with at least three years in libraries and/or archives, with experience in digital preservation workflows, technologies, and policy appropriate experience in an academic library.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES:
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of digital preservation principles, issues, strategies, standards, and best practices.
Applied knowledge of preservation metadata and file format standards.
Familiarity with Trusted Digital Repositories, OAIS Reference Model, PREMIS, JHOVE and DROID.
Ability to normalize obsolete file formats.
Ability to gather, interpret, and analyze highly complex data to discern patterns, trends, and relationships to draw conclusions about digital collections.
Interest in developing digital preservation procedures and policy.
Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and in a group environment as part of a diverse team.
Commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace.
Ability to function fully and competently at technology competency Levels I and II outlined in the HTML Core Technology Competencies for Employees (See https://library.tulane.edu/about/job-opportunities ).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Participation in/contributions to digital preservation community (such as Digital Preservation Coalition, iPres, National Digital Stewardship Alliance, Open Preservation Foundation)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Process, arrange, and describe digital archival material in accordance with professional best practices, including all levels and forms of description. Maintain documentation of said practices for adoption and use. Developing and maintaining workflows grounded in current preservation practice. Conducting research or testing required to support and expand the library's digital preservation capabilities and strategies.
Leads the ongoing management of the library's digital preservation repository, which includes designing and implementing ingest, fixity and validation workflows for different content types and file formats. Provides expertise and guidance to managers in other library units on implementation and use of digital preservation methodologies, tools, workflow accessibility and sustainability best practices.
Participate as a member of the Digital Scholarship & Distinctive Collections division. Advise on the preservation and sustainability of data sets, and data management. Attend professional development opportunities for digital preservation procedures, or applications to keep current with the needs of TUL and emerging trends.
Performs other duties as requested or required, whether specifically mentioned in this job description.
Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000. Benefits include relocation assistance, tuition assistance, support for professional development and travel, and competitive health insurance and retirement contributions. For more details visit https://hr.tulane.edu/benefits/benefits .
To Apply: To apply for this position please visit https://apply.interfolio.com/161582 . To ensure full consideration, applicants must submit a letter of application, resume, and the names with full contact information of at least three professional references. Two of the three references must have supervised your work. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is selected. Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: The Digital Preservation Librarian leads the development of the cohesive digital preservation program ensuring the long-term access and preservation of digital assets under Tulane University Libraries’(TUL) stewardship . The position reports to the Head of Digital Scholarship . Tulane is committed to creating a community that foster a sense of belonging for all .
En Español: Las bibliotecas consisten en cuatro ubicaciones físicas a través de dos campus en una de las ciudades más vibrantes y diversas de América del Norte. Las librerías sirven Tulane's nueve escuelas y un colegio universitario con más de 4.6 millones de libros y artículos físicos; 1.2 millones eBooks; casi 200,000 revistas en línea; 900 bases de datos; y colecciones distintivas que se centran en las muchas facetas de la música, historia y cultura de Nueva Orleans. La posición también trabaja en estrecha colaboración con la Tecnología de Información del campus para garantizar la disponibilidad de almacenamiento a largo plazo y con los estudiantes y profesores con respecto a la administración de datos, y temas de preservación digital. El puesto reporta al Jefe de Becas Digitales. CONOCIENCIA REQUIRADA, SKILLS, ABILITADES/COMPETENCIAS: Un máster acreditado por la Alianza ALA en bibliotecas o ciencias de la información, certificación de archivos o un maestría o doctorado en otro campo relevante combinado con al menos tres años en las bibliotecas y/o archivos, con experiencia en flujos de trabajo de preservación digital, tecnologías y políticas apropiadas en una biblioteca académica. Mantener documentación de dichas prácticas para su adopción y uso. Desarrollar y mantener flujos de trabajo basados en la práctica actual de preservación. Realizar investigaciones o pruebas necesarias para apoyar y expandir las capacidades y estrategias de conservación digital de la biblioteca. Llevar a cabo el manejo continuo del repositorio de prescripción digital, que incluye diseñar e implementar los procesos de ingesta, fijación y validación de diferentes tipos de contenido y formatos de archivos. Proporcionar experiencia y orientación a los gerentes de otras unidades bibliotecarias sobre la implementación y utilización de metodologías, herramientas, accesibilidad de flujo de trabajo y mejores prácticas de sostenibilidad. Participar como miembro de la División Digital Scholarship & Distinctive Collections. Asesorar en la división de mantenimiento y sustentabilidad de datos y gestión de datos. Asistir a oportunidades profesionales de desarrollo profesional para procedimientos digitales de preservation de salud o aplicaciones actuales para mantenerse con los detalles de las necesidades emergentes. Para garantizar la plena consideración, los solicitantes deben presentar una carta de solicitud, currículum y los nombres con información completa de contacto de al menos tres referencias profesionales. Dos de las tres referentes deben haber supervisado su trabajo. La revisión de solicitudes comenzará inmediatamente y continuará hasta que se seleccione un candidato adecuado. Tulane University está comprometida a crear una comunidad y cultura que fomente el sentido de pertenencia para todos. Somos un empleador reconocido y educador que valora AA / EEO, Veteranos Protegidos e Individuos con Discapacidades. Alentamos a todos los candidatos calificados a aplicar. #J-18808-Ljbffr