[Libs-Or] Job Announcement: Digital Applications Librarian, Oregon State University Libraries

[Rielly, Loretta]

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: 
Digital Applications Librarian, Oregon State University Libraries
Oregon State University Libraries seeks a collaborative, innovative and
service-oriented Librarian to develop and implement next generation
digital access and storage systems. The incumbent joins an agile and
innovative library that is responsible for the development of
ScholarsArchive at OSU (the 8th ranked U.S. digital repository),
internationally recognized digital collections, the Oregon Explorer
natural resources digital library, the LibraryFind metasearch
application, and countless other digital initiatives. 
The Digital Applications Librarian is part of the Libraries' Digital
Access Services department and reports to the head of the department.
The department supports the libraries' continued transition to the
digital information environment by providing digital access, and
developing digital access tools, for the information resources that are
essential to the research of the university and the citizens of Oregon.
The department manages digital access and information management tools
including the integrated library system, digital repositories, digital
collections, link resolver, ejournal and database A-Z lists, proxy
software, and other emerging applications. Department staff and
librarians organize and provide access to all formats of library
resources using these tools, and are increasingly responsible for
facilitating open access to university-produced digital resources and to
the libraries' unique archival and special collections.

Position Responsibilities

The position investigates, recommends, implements and develops existing
and emerging information management applications and technologies
including the libraries' DSpace and CONTENTdm digital repository systems
and a next generation integrated library system. The first project for
the incumbent will be the evaluation and implementation of a next
generation integrated library system. The position maintains in-depth
knowledge of digital repository and integrated library systems,
particularly open source systems. The position assesses system
effectiveness in meeting operational library needs such as circulation,
acquisitions, serials, cataloging and metadata assignment. In addition,
the position makes creative use of APIs, continually enhances and
extends commercial, locally developed and open source applications,
develops tools to enhance workflows and provides vision and leadership
in the implementation of emerging information technologies. This is a
tenure-track position that participates in scholarly
research/publication and performs service activities in order to meet
promotion and tenure requirements.

Required Qualifications

1) A Masters degree from an ALA-accredited program or an advanced degree
from a computer science/information science program, as well as two or
more years experience working in libraries or an academic setting.
2)   Proficient in at least one object oriented language (C++, Java,
Python).
3)   Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
4)   Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with a
diverse population.
5)   Demonstrated experience with Unix or Linux server platforms,
related software, and basic system administration utilities.
6)   Creativity and strong analytical and problem-solving skills
7)   Ability to learn new technical skills quickly; ability to meet
deadlines; strong service orientation. 
8)   A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.

Preferred Qualifications

1)   Hands-on experience implementing and managing library applications,
digital repository systems or integrated library systems.
2)   Experience implementing and developing open source library
applications.
3)   Working knowledge of CONTENTdm and DSpace digital repository
systems. 
4)   Knowledge of XML, OAI-PMH and/or OAI/ORE. 


Employment Conditions:  This position is a full-time, 12-month, fixed
annual tenure track appointment at the rank of Assistant/Associate
Professor. Appointment at either the Assistant or Associate Professor
level will depend on the successful candidates' record of achievement.
Renewal is at the discretion of the University Librarian.  Salary range
of  $42,000-$55,000  annually plus medical, dental and life insurance;
staff tuition fee privileges for employee or a dependent at an Oregon
University System school (restrictions apply).  This position earns 15
hours of vacation and 8 hours of sick leave each month.

Application Procedure and deadline:  
For a complete announcement, qualifications and application procedures
see http://oregonstate.edu/jobs, posting 0003664.  For full
consideration, apply by January 19, 2009.  OSU is an AA/EOE.




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