Digital Resource Archivist and Curator
Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio metropolitan area

**The Ohio State University, Austin E. Knowlton School of Architecture  
Digital Resource Archivist and Curator**

  
The Digital Resource Archivist and Curator at the Austin E. Knowlton School of
Architecture leads the ongoing development and implementation of policies and
procedures that facilitate the acquisition, transfer, preservation,
arrangement, description and access to digital materials, including video (and
analog materials converted to digital), in accordance with emerging standards
and best practices; consults with and advises creators of digital content and
external donors of content, when necessary; acts as school staff liaison to
The Ohio State University Libraries.

  
The Digital Resource Archivist and Curator creates standards, policies,
procedures, and tools for processing, discovery and access to the school's
collections, and collaborates with faculty and staff on the active use of
these materials. Working closely with school leadership, faculty and staff,
the Digital Resource Archivist and Curator manages acquisition of digital
content in all formats for digital records in the Knowlton School Digital
Library Office and School Archive.

  
Position focus is on the collection and curation of content that represents
the unique holdings and creative product of the Knowlton School, including the
school's Baumer Lecture Series, other special events and exhibitions, and work
created by faculty, students and alumni. Curated content to be used for
numerous purposes, including: faculty, student and visiting scholar teaching
and research; student recruitment; advancement and alumni relations; general
outreach and support of major school initiatives, such as publications and
special events.

  
The Digital Resource Archivist and Curator manages the Digital Library Office,
which includes a large-format scanner, and School Archive, both located in
Knowlton Hall. The position oversees an operational budget, writes grants to
secure additional funding for core activities and supervises undergraduate and
graduate student staff. The Digital Archivist serves as the school's Carmen
and Mediasite affiliate via the affiliates program in the OSU Office of
Distance Education and eLearning. The Digital Resource Archivist and Curator
is responsible for maintaining the school's Digital Library website.

  
_Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:_

  
Demonstrated experience with web design and related software including Adobe
Creative Suite. Programming experience using Drupal, HTML, CSS, PHP, and
JavaScript. Experience with various database systems including MySQL.
Excellent visual and written communication skills pertaining to design.
Experience in website development and managing digital assets. Experience
working with images and video production. A demonstrated interest in the
design disciplines. Experience in office management and hiring, training and
supervising student employees. Ability to lift and carry 35 to 40-pound boxes.

  
_Required Qualifications:_

  
A degree in Information Systems or Library Science with an emphasis on digital
collections or an equivalent combination of education and experience from
which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. Knowledge of
metadata schemas, including ARTstor Core. Experience with managing
digitization projects. Proactive work ethic and ability to work effectively,
productively and collaboratively with only modest direct supervision.

  
_Duties Description:_

  
50% Manages digitization and cataloging of archival
collections, both new collections and existing archival content that needs to
be cataloged and digitized; manages bi-annual collection of student work to be
included in the school's Digital Library website and Student Work galleries on
the school's main website

  
20% Manages Digital Library Office and School Archives Office, including
budget oversight, student hiring training and supervision; provides strategic
direction for the Digital Library Office and School Archives; serves as
liaison to University Libraries; writes grants for external funding and
manages donor relations

  
30% Supports special projects and initiatives, both independently and as a
part of collaborative teams, that may be associated with school strategic
priorities, such as recruitment, advancement and outreach; helps maintain
school's YouTube and other social media pages; supports distance-learning
initiatives and serves as school's Carmen, Mediasite and Canvas affiliate

  
**Pay range $45,000 to $55,000**  
  
Applications must be submitted via the Careers at Ohio State website: [https:/
/www.jobsatosu.com/postings/68254](https://www.jobsatosu.com/postings/68254)

  
For information on how to apply or questions about the position, contact Doug
Sershen, [[log in to unmask]](mailto:[log in to unmask]
ce%20Archivist%20and%20Curator).



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