112756 Digital Library Manager - Boston, MA
Job Information
ID :
#10071270
# of Positions :
1
Experience Required :
5 years
Duration :
Full Time Regular
Shift :
First Shift (Day)
Hours per week :
40
Job Description
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Scholarly Resources, the Digital Library Manager will build a digital library program, providing vision and leadership in the creation and delivery of digital content. The Manager wil work closely and collaboratively with senior administrators, Archives and Special Collections, technical services and systems staff, and others to ensure fast-paced development of digital library initiatives which respond to the needs of the University community and align with collections and preservation priorities. These include the digitization of special collections and other library materials in text, image, and video formats, the further development of digital repository systems to preserve and make accessible the intellectual output of the University, and the implementation of discovery tools related to these initiatives.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will bring to the position a combination of digital projects experience and an understanding and vision for building great digital collections. Master's degree or equivalent in Library Science, Information Science or Computer Science. Requires 6-8 years progressively responsible experience with the concepts and software/hardware applications used in organizing and presenting digital information. The candidate will also have demonstrated project management experience with demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and implement effective programs, complex projects, and services. Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to handle complex analytical and detailed work. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a complex environment. Knowledge of current digital technologies, standards, and best practices. The ideal candidate will present a strong combination of demonstrated experience and knowledge across the areas of metadata and associated functional standards, including METS, XML/XSLT.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University. Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Northeastern University is an E-Verify Employer.
How To Apply
If applying from the Careers@Northeastern site:
1. Click on the 'Add to My Positions' button;
2. Click on the 'View My Positions' button;
3. Click on the 'Apply for Positions' button;
4. Follow the instructions on how to complete 'The Application Process'.
If applying from an external job site:
1. Copy the following URL and paste it into a new browser window:
https://psoft.neu.edu/psc/neuhrprdpub/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/NEU_HR.NEU_JOBS.GBL
2. Find the position(s) you are interested in applying for and follow the instructions available on the Careers@Northeastern site.
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Scholarly Resources, the Digital Library Manager will build a digital library program, providing vision and leadership in the creation and delivery of digital content. The Manager wil work closely and collaboratively with senior administrators, Archives and Special Collections, technical services and systems staff, and others to ensure fast-paced development of digital library initiatives which respond to the needs of the University community and align with collections and preservation priorities. These include the digitization of special collections and other library materials in text, image, and video formats, the further development of digital repository systems to preserve and make accessible the intellectual output of the University, and the implementation of discovery tools related to these initiatives.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will bring to the position a combination of digital projects experience and an understanding and vision for building great digital collections. Master's degree or equivalent in Library Science, Information Science or Computer Science. Requires 6-8 years progressively responsible experience with the concepts and software/hardware applications used in organizing and presenting digital information. The candidate will also have demonstrated project management experience with demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and implement effective programs, complex projects, and services. Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to handle complex analytical and detailed work. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a complex environment. Knowledge of current digital technologies, standards, and best practices. The ideal candidate will present a strong combination of demonstrated experience and knowledge across the areas of metadata and associated functional standards, including METS, XML/XSLT.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University. Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Northeastern University is an E-Verify Employer.
How To Apply
If applying from the Careers@Northeastern site:
1. Click on the 'Add to My Positions' button;
2. Click on the 'View My Positions' button;
3. Click on the 'Apply for Positions' button;
4. Follow the instructions on how to complete 'The Application Process'.
If applying from an external job site:
1. Copy the following URL and paste it into a new browser window:
https://psoft.neu.edu/psc/neuhrprdpub/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/NEU_HR.NEU_JOBS.GBL
2. Find the position(s) you are interested in applying for and follow the instructions available on the Careers@Northeastern site.
Company Information
Name :
Description :
Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston, and a leader in interdisciplinary research, urban engagement, and the integration of classroom learning with real-world experience. Our signature cooperative education program, one of the largest and most innovative in the world, is ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. We offer a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in six undergraduate colleges, eight graduate schools, and two part-time divisions.
Type :
Direct Employer
Address :
716 Columbus Place Suite 250
Boston, MA 02120
Boston, MA 02120
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