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ACA Digital Library of Appalachia Project Director (Revised and Reposted) Job Summary: The Digital Library of Appalachia Project Director is a two-year grant-funded position working within the Appalachian College Association (ACA) that is responsible for upgrading and enhancing the Digital Library of Appalachia (DLA). The ACA is a consortium of 36 private institutions serving the Appalachian regions of Kentucky, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. The DLA provides online access to archival and historical materials related to the culture of the southern and central Appalachian region. The contents of the DLA are drawn from special collections of ACA member institutions. Job Responsibilities: The Digital Library of Appalachia Project Director reports to the Coordinator of Library Programs and works collaboratively with other program staff. The Project Director: Contributes to the building and promotion of the DLA and its resources to other ACA institutions and the scholarly community at large, including the addition of archival materials, maintaining and updating the DLA website, and participating in outreach activities. Designs and implements workflows for digitization and metadata application. Works with external organizations to upgrade the hardware and software and contract for training for ACA institutions. Provides follow-up and as needed training at all participating institutions. Maintains documentation on training, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Collects, compiles, analyzes and distributes statistics detailing the activities of the DLA, including, but not limited to: database usage statistics, event attendance data, and any data required for external reporting. Participates in consortia-wide committees established to further the mission of the DLA. Explores and develops future grant possibilities in collaboration with the Coordinator of Library Programs. Job Requirements: Possess a masters degree in Library Science or a related field (Archives, Museum Studies, Instructional Technology, etc.) OR equivalent education and experience. Experience in successfully directing complex projects through to completion. Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively both as a team member and independently. Knowledge of current digitization best practices for all formats. Experience maintaining and updating websites. Preferably have familiarity with CONTENTdm software. This position is located at the ACA office in Berea, KY, but requires extensive travel throughout the region served by the ACA to train staff in the use of CONTENTdm and the DLA. Have excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrated leadership ability, and creative and innovative problem-solving skills. Compensation: This is a two year contract consultant position. Salary is commensurate with experience. Application Instructions: Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume via electronic mail to [log in to unmask] If you are unable to send a cover letter and resume via electronic mail, please send your cover letter and resume to our mailing address at: Appalachian College Association 210 Center Street, Berea, KY 40403 Attention: Office Manager Completed applications (cover letter and resume) received prior to Sunday, March 21, 2010, will be given priority. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.