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Digital Initiatives Librarian, Media and Data Repository Development -- 
Georgia Institute of Technology -- Georgia
 

Library: Georgia Institute of  Technology, Library and Information
Center, Digital Initiatives Librarian, Media and Data Repository
Development. The primary purpose of this position is to lead the
development of new repositories for multimedia / learning objects and
for datasets. Reporting to the Head, Digital Initiatives Department,
digital initiatives librarians at Georgia Tech coordinate projects
regarding the management (production, capture, access, migration and
preservation) of the digital intellectual output of Georgia Tech and the
digital conversion of library and archival collections. The Digital
Initiatives Librarian will investigate, coordinate, and serve as the
"point person" on a team charged with designing new
repositories, starting with a digital media and learning object
repository. The Librarian will also participate in technical projects
regarding existing repositories (e.g. SMARTech) and future repository
development projects (e.g. dataset repository). This position will act as
the library's expert on the technical management of multimedia-based
digital objects such as: learning objects and related digital
instructional materials; digitally captured courses, recorded lectures and
symposia; digital audio/video files, and other types of multi-file,
complex digital objects. Other activities the librarian may assist with
are e-publishing initiatives, digital collections-building work, and
collecting the digital intellectual works of the faculty and students. The
work will focus immediately on: Designing and implementing a digital
media and learning object repository, devising its operating procedures
and workflows, managing relevant standards usage and compliance, and
designing and creating associated standards-based metadata. Other
activities this position will be involved in are: managing databases;
participating in and overseeing the conversion of analog audio and video
materials into digital form; migrating digital media resources into newer
formats; working closely with other Digital Initiatives, Archives, and
Systems staff and other university faculty and staff in a collaborative
work environment to carry out digital media repository projects (i.e. with
the Digital Media Laboratory of the Electrical and Computer Engineering
Dept.). Maintain awareness and develop in-depth knowledge of new
media/learning object practices, assesses and integrates them into
library practices for digital object management. Provides information
training and support to improve the overall knowledge of Web-based
technologies known by the library faculty and staff, keep aware of new
standards, technologies, and applications and adopt them for library use
as appropriate. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent
advanced degree. Knowledge of current and emerging technologies in digital
and Web-based library services. Knowledge and experience with emerging
audio, video, and multimedia file formats and metadata standards. Examples
of metadata forms include Dublin Core, METS, PREMIS, MPEG-7, audioMD,
videoMD and other SCORM/IMS-compliant metadata schema. Experience with
software applications to produce multimedia objects such as Macromedia
Flash (highly desired), Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop, iMovie,
Final Cut Pro, PageMaker, InDesign, and Quark. Awareness of institutional
and learning object repository software systems such as DSpace, Eprints,
Fedora, Harvest Road Hive, Learning Tree, Intrallect Intralibrary, etc.
Knowledge of current digital library technologies, standards, and best
practices. Demonstrated ability to plan, initiate, and implement effective
programs, projects, and services.  Excellent organizational skills with
aptitude for complex analytical and detailed work.  Ability to work
independently, enthusiastically, and collaboratively in a complex and
rapidly changing environment.  Ability to provide effective individual and
group training. Demonstrated record of ongoing professional development.
Excellent visual, oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Desired: Background and experience in instructional technology or
instructional design. Two or more years' experience implementing digital
repositories and/or creating digital collections, including digital
audio and video. Academic library experience. Supervisory experience. 
Familiarity with library automation software applications, e.g. DSpace,
Voyager, SFX, MetaLib; database design and development.   Demonstrated
advanced proficiency in multimedia object development using multimedia
authoring tools such as Macromedia Flash in an educational environment is
highly desired. Familiarity with script languages. Experience with XML. 
Experience in developing interfaces for online resources on the World Wide
Web. Salary and Benefits: Appointments will be made at the Librarian I
(entry-level) or Librarian II level.  Appointment level and salary are
based on qualifications and experience.  Minimum salary for Librarian I is
$42,000.   Librarians are members of the General Faculty and are
non-tenured.  The benefits package includes 21 days vacation, 12 paid
holidays, 12 days sick leave, health/dental insurance options, and
retirement options including TIAA/CREF.  Relocation Allowance
supported by the Price Gilbert, Jr. Charitable Fund.  Visit the Georgia
Tech Human Resources page to view the benefits package. Environment:
As an ARL library supporting an institution with nearly 5,000 graduate
students and over $300 million per year in research activity, Georgia Tech
provides an environment that will challenge and engage creative leaders on
the frontier of new ways to capture and manage intellectual content.
Through its dynamic team of librarians and technologists, the Library's
Technology and Resource Services Division provides the operations needed
to maintain the information resources required to support an exceptionally
energetic academic enterprise. The Library and Information Center
(http://www.library.gatech.edu), a member of the Association of Research
Libraries, is central to the Institute's instructional and research
programs. The Georgia Institute of Technology, with nearly 20,000 faculty,
students, and staff is one of the nation's outstanding universities, with
nationally recognized programs in science and engineering. The Library is
a leader in library automation, participates in the statewide consortium,
Galileo, and provides access to an ever-increasing number of databases,
electronic books and electronic journals. Application Process:
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and will be accepted until the
position is filled.  Candidates are urged to apply as soon as possible to
receive full consideration.  Employment is contingent on proof of the
legal right to work in the United States.  Send letter of application,
resume, and names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of 5
references to Sharon Baines, SPHR,  HR Officer, Library and Information
Center, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia 30332-0900.   An
Equal Employment Opportunity Institution.

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