Digital Projects Librarian- Assistant Professor, Plymouth State University, Plymouth, NH
Posted October 13, 2015
Plymouth State University (PSU) is a vibrant regional comprehensive university that combines a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and in community engagement. Plymouth State University, located in the scenic heart of the Lakes Region and White Mountains of New Hampshire, has approximately 4,300 undergraduate students and 2,300 graduate students. Lamson Library and Learning Commons is seeking a librarian to coordinate with the Scholarly Communication Librarian in the migration of image and print to digital formats with other departments across campus. The position reports to the Dean of Library and Academic Support Services.
Acceptable Minimum Qualifications
- ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library Science
- 1 year experience in developing and managing digital assets and creating metadata in support of digital libraries/collections
- Strong public-service orientation
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Knowledge of current cataloging rules and standards
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
Additional Desirable Qualifications
- Two years of experience in an academic library
- Awareness of current issues and trends in metadata and digital library development
- Experience with a digital content management system (CONTENTdm, Digital Commons, DSpace, etc.)
- Familiarity with a variety of metadata standards (Dublin Core, VRA Core, MODS, METS, OAI-PMH, etc.)
- Experience with cataloging, including OCLC Connexion and WorldShare
- Familiarity with a variety of controlled vocabularies (LCSH, Getty thesauri, etc.)
- Understanding of copyright laws and rights management issues in a digital environment
- Familiarity with emerging information resources and technologies
- Project management skills
- Reference and instruction experience
- Health Sciences information background