1. [LIBJOBS] Job Announcement:
Digital Projects Specialist, U. California, Irvine Libraries
DIGITAL PROJECTS SPECIALIST, The University of California, Irvine
Libraries
(one year contract position)
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Director of Information
Technology, the Digital Projects Specialist explores, adapts and
supports library information technologies for digital projects,
including the application of standards, metadata, discovery interfaces,
workflow design, production coordination, and quality controls
appropriate to specific projects. Works with the Libraries' Digital
Scholarship Program Working Group to develop solutions that can be
integrated with other systems utilizing current standards and within
the context of the Libraries' infrastructure. Collaborates and
coordinates with other staff in the UCI Libraries, on campus and
system-wide as appropriate.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Required:
Familiarity with current/emerging digital preservation technologies as
well as digital library standards, protocols & architectures.
Solid understanding of digital repository software (DSpace, Fedora,
EPrints).
Experience with or knowledge of relevant software tools and platforms,
storage issues, and metadata issues pertinent to digital libraries
and/or institutional repositories.
Experience with XML and XML-related technologies, such as XSLT,
SGML/XML/XSL.
Thorough understanding of standards and best practices for digital
collections.
Working knowledge of a range of computing platforms, storage
environments, and digital library metadata frameworks (such as METS,
MIX, and PREMIS, as well as the OAIS model).
Demonstrated knowledge of digital reformatting and digital conversion
policies and technical procedures, including cost factors and
productivity issues.
Ability to draft and maintain clear documentation and policies for
digital projects and programs.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Evidence of excellent communication skills, including effective
presentation and writing skills.
Ability to develop knowledge and skills related to the position
continuously.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and
to interact diplomatically with staff, patrons and vendors.
Skill to adapt to change and balance work priorities in a fast paced
environment.
Demonstrated ability to maintain a good attendance record.
Desired:
Experience planning, implementing, and/or maintaining an institutional
repository (IR) using DSpace, ContentDM, Fedora, or another IR package.
Basic knowledge of copyright and rights management issues as they
relate to digital reformatting and scholarly communication
Working knowledge of University of California Policies and Procedures.
Salary: Annual $57,936 - $78,668
For complete job description and to apply for this job: go to
https://staffing2.hr.uci.edu/CSS_External/CSSPage_Welcome.asp
Search for job number 2010-0316
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The University of California,
Irvine
is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through
diversity.
