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The position below may be of interest.

 

Institution:

University of Denver Penrose Library   

 

Job Title: 

Coordinator Digital Technologies   

 

Posting Hiring Range: 

Minimum of $75,000

 

Job Summary:

This faculty position provides creative and dynamic leadership, expertise and coordination for all technology-based projects and services and reports to the Dean and Director of Penrose Library.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned:

The position identifies, evaluates and recommends software solutions for digital content, standards-based methods and best practices related to access to digital resources, web design and web-based applications and the development of digital preservation strategies. Directs Penrose Library Systems Department, which manages and maintains the library's technology environment, including telecommunication, workstation and server hardware and software, the library's website, and the integrated library system. This position represents the library in advancing the importance of digital initiatives in meeting the University's mission, through communication with external entities on campus and statewide. Serves in a leadership role as Facilitator of the Digital Library Team, and serves as a member of the library's Policy Council. Engages in scholarly activities through research and publication. Participates in national and regional professional organizations. Serves on library and campus committees.   

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Expertise with application of information technology in library services. Experience in an academic library. Experience with Innovative Interfaces, Inc. integrated library system. Experience managing a digital library system.   

 

Minimum Qualifications:

These qualifications refer to education and/or experience.  Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and knowledgeably, verbally and in writing. Proven ability to manage in a highly collaborative environment of teamwork and cooperation. Evidence of commitment to professional development and scholarly activities through research, publication, and service to national and regional professional organizations.   

 

Required Qualifications:

These qualifications are mandatory in order to perform the functions of the job (i.e. valid drivers license, certifications.)  ALA-accredited MLS degree or equivalent advanced academic qualification in information technology or information services.

 

Proven knowledge of systems development and experience in implementing web and database applications. Evidence of innovation in implementing emerging information technologies. Working knowledge of digital preservation trends. Expertise with application of information technology in library services. Demonstrated knowledge of standards-based metadata schemes, such as XML, EAD, and METS. Demonstrated ability to plan, manage and oversee complex projects. Five years of ever increasing management responsibility.   

 

Job Open Date  07-15-2005   

Job Close Date  Open Until Filled 

Job Category  Faculty   

Job Type  Full-Time   

Appointment Status  Benefited   

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Apply online at: https://www.dujobs.org/

 

 

Nancy Allen

Dean and Director, Penrose Library

University of Denver

2150 E. Evans Avenue

Denver CO  80208

303.871.2007 (v)

303.871.2290 (f)

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