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---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Cathy Pillow <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Date: Tue, Jan 17, 2017 at 12:56 PM Subject: Restricted Faculty position posting on HR site for Project Digitization Specialist To: Library List <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Working Title: Project Digitization Specialist Rank: A/P Faculty / Lecturer - Restricted appointment Posting Number: AP0170015 Position Summary: The University Libraries at Virginia Tech seeks a service-oriented, innovative, technically savvy, and self-motivated Project Digitization Specialist to support the “Women of Design: Revealing Women’s Hidden Contributions to the Built Environment” digitization project. Over the course of two years, the “Women of Design” project will select, digitize, describe, and provide virtual access to approximately 800 cubic feet of material from Virginia Tech’s Special Collections that illuminate the contributions of women to architecture and design in the United States and across the world from 1929 to 2010. The Project Digitization Specialist will be a full-time, faculty-level position for a two-year period, reporting to a grant funded Project Manager. This two-year grant project is supported by the “Digitizing Hidden Special Collections and Archives” program, a national competition administered by the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) for digitizing collections of rare and unique content in cultural heritage institutions. The program is generously supported by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and follows the model of CLIR’s “Cataloging Hidden Special Collections and Archives” program. Major Responsibilities: The Project Digitization Specialist will have primary responsibility for scanning items selected for digitization and creating associated metadata for those digital items. In addition, they will assist with completing background historical research on items for potential digitization, identify items for potential copyright or privacy concerns, and review scanned items and metadata for quality control. They will also collaborate with other staff in the University Libraries to ensure that technical standards and professional practices are followed, monitor production numbers, and work with participants to meet project deadlines. Required Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a minimum of a master’s degree in library and information sciences or a relevant field Experience working in a library or archives setting. Strong technical skills and the demonstrated ability to communicate effectively are also required. Preferred Qualifications: The preferred qualifications include: Experience with mass-digitization projects Digitization of cultural heritage materials Securing rights for digital content Reading proficiency of foreign languages (e.g., German, Spanish, Bulgarian) Experience working with design, building, or architectural records. An understanding of architectural and women’s history is also preferred. Employment Conditions: Must have a criminal background check. How to Apply for this Job: Applications must be submitted online at www.jobs.vt.edu<http://www.jobs.vt.edu>. The application package needs to include a C.V., a cover letter addressing the candidate’s experience with the responsibilities associated with the position and the required and preferred qualifications, and names of three (3) references and their contact information. Review of applications will begin February 10, 2017 and continue until the position is filled. Employee Category: Administrative and Professional Faculty Appointment Type: Restricted with an ending date of March 31, 2019 Percent Employment: Full-time Pay Range: $45,000 dependent on qualifications and experience Department: Library Work Location: Blacksburg Work Schedule: 8am-5pm M-F or as assigned Posting Date: 01/13/2017 Job Review Date: 02/10/2017 Quick Link: http://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/72907 <http://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/70438> <http://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/70438> Cathy C Pillow Human Resources Manager University Libraries 540-231-4407<tel:%28540%29%20231-4407>