[Web4lib] Job Opening: Digital Library Metadata Services Coordinator

[Bradbeer, Gayle]

A great opportunity in Denver CO with a truly unique academic library.
Applications are accepted electronically at http://www.jobsatcu.com.

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Coordinator for Digital Library and Metadata Services

Auraria Library 

 

12 month Tenured/Tenure-Track Position

 

Position number: 00356278

Appointment Date by July 1, 2007

 

 

The Auraria Library, serving the University of Colorado at Denver and
Health Sciences Center, Downtown Denver Campus, Metropolitan State
College of Denver, and the Community College of Denver, seeks a dynamic,
energetic, and innovative individual to serve as Coordinator for Digital
Library and Metadata Services. 

Reporting to the Associate Dean for Access, Collections, and Technical
Services (ACTS), the incumbent in this position administers all aspects
of Auraria Library's digital initiatives including leading digital
library development and implementation and coordinating the library's
digital activities in support of such user services as the institutional
repository, online catalog, and metadata-based and federated searching
applications.

 

As one of three institutions within the University of Colorado system,
UCDHSC is an urban institution with 3 locations in the Denver metro
area.  UCDHSC is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse
student body, faculty and administrative staff.  The university strives
to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and
understanding.

 

The downtown campus is located in the heart of the city's commercial,
cultural and recreational district.  UCDHSC's location in downtown
Denver attracts a diverse population, comprising primarily commuters,
many of whom are non-traditional students.  This diversity is enriched
by UCDHSC's commitment to a philosophy of inclusion, embedded in all
aspects of campus life from its community members, curriculum, research
and community service, allowing for the creation of a learning
environment that welcomes, embraces, sustains and celebrates the unique
and shared experiences of faculty, staff and students.

 

 The Library is dedicated to providing an environment which stimulates
and nourishes the growth of ideas.  This is accomplished through
collections and services that support the curriculum, ranging from
vocational training to doctoral programs.  For more information about
the Library and the campus, visit: http://library.cudenver.edu

 

Responsibilities: 

*	Leads the planning, implementation and evaluation of the
Library's digitization activities

*        Oversees the Metadata and Archives/Special Collections
operations, consisting of 4 faculty (including two team leaders, one for
each operation), 4.5 staff, and several student workers.  

*	Chairs the Library's Institutional Repository Committee and
serves on other relevant committees (such as III Oversight)
*	Actively participates in the administration of the Library by
serving on Administrative Council in establishing Library priorities and
formulating library policies and procedures.  
*	Keeps abreast of developments impacting the Library, including
emerging trends in scholarly communication and library technical and
digital services 
*	Represents library on consortial and regional committees as
appropriate; and
*	Contributes to the profession through scholarly publications,
presentations, and service to library-related organizations 

Required Qualifications: 

*	Experience with library digitization projects/initiatives  
*	Experience with cataloging/metadata applications/operations
*	Familiarity with best practices for digitization and metadata
*	Experience with integrated library systems, such as Innovative
Interfaces Inc. 
*	Three or more years of supervisory experience
*	Record of working effectively and collaboratively with a variety
of library employees and library users in a challenging, complex,
ever-changing environment
*	Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal and communication (oral
and written) skills.  
*	Demonstrated planning and project management skills
*	Master's degree in library and information sciences.  

Preferred Qualifications:

 

*	Experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating library
digitization projects/initiatives 
*	Special Collections and/or archival experience
*	Supervisory experience in an academic or research library
*	Familiarity with electronic archives, institutional
repositories, or equivalent open access media  
*	Familiarity with digital asset management tools
	
	
*	Ability to take a broad view/perspective of library and campus
issues 
*	Proven track record of developing collaborative projects among
various library and campus units
*	Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the creative use of
current and emerging trends and technologies
*	Experience in developing grant proposals
*	Understanding of copyright and intellectual access issues
*	ALA-accredited graduate degree in Library and Information
Sciences or its foreign equivalent. 

 

Position Classification and Salary:  This is a tenured/tenure-track
faculty position with a minimum salary of $60,000, commensurate with
skills, experience, and rank. To be appointed with tenure, one must be
tenured at a comparable academic institution and meet the Auraria
Library's criteria for tenure and promotion.  The University of Colorado
offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits
programs, including eligibility, is located at http://www.cusys.edu/pbs

 

Application Procedures: Applicants should provide the following: 

 

*	A letter of application detailing how your education, background
and experience relate to the required and preferred qualifications
*	A current vita
*	A one to two page statement of research interests
*	Writing sample
*	Three professional references and their contact information

 

Applications are accepted electronically at www.jobsatcu.com
<http://www.jobsatcu.com/> 

 

Questions should be directed to Cynthia Hashert, Auraria Library, Campus
Box 101, Denver, Colorado 80204-2094 at Cynthia.Hashert at cudenver.edu

 

Review of applications will begin May 3, 2007 and will continue until
the position is filled.

 

The University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center is
dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty,
staff, students, and visitors. To achieve that goal, we conduct
background investigations as a condition of employment for all
prospective employees.

 

The Auraria Library and the University of Colorado is committed to
diversity and equality in education and employment.