[Dspace-general] Digital Repository Services Librarian, University of Alberta Libraries

[Shawna Sadler]

On behalf of Peter Binkley

*Digital** **Repository** **Services** Librarian*

*University** of **Alberta** Libraries*

The University of Alberta Libraries is looking for a dynamic librarian 
with marketing and technology skills to take primary responsibility for 
the Library's digital repository and its services, including its 
geographically-based data repository and services. You will administer 
the digital repository and its services and provide leadership to those 
serving in the liaison role in developing strategies to recruit content 
for the repository. You will also take responsibility for communication 
with and support for users of the digital and spatial data repositories, 
the Open Journal System and the Open Conference System Hosting Service 
and will coordinate metadata activities with respect to the digital and 
spatial data repositories.  

As the Digital Depository Services Librarian, you will collaborate with 
the staff of the Information Technology Resources and Services Unit, the 
Data Library and the Maps Library to ensure the successful 
implementation of the repositories.  You will liaise with on-campus 
users of the repositories, including the Faculty of Graduate Studies and 
Research to ensure the deposit of e-theses. Your external involvement 
will include participation in local, regional and national bodies 
related to digital repositories in order to maximize service available 
to campus users. 

The University of Alberta Library is Canada's second largest research 
library, with an active program of electronic information products, Web 
development supporting collections and services, and digital library 
initiatives in areas such as document delivery, graphic image and data 
collections, and Internet resource cataloguing.  For more information, 
visit our web site at _www.library.ualberta.ca 
<file:///C:%5CDocuments%20and%20Settings%5Ckdelong%5CLocal%20Settings%5CTemporary%20Internet%20Files%5COLK52B%5Cwww.library.ualberta.ca>_. 


*/Qualifications, Preferred Skills and Experience:/*

Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited institution.

Knowledge of marketing strategies appropriate to libraries and to 
expanding voluntary participation in repository services

Knowledge of information technology trends and their application to 
emerging digital library issues such as image display, metadata 
standards, authentication, integration/reference linking technologies, 
search standards and protocols

Knowledge of GIS applications and services; skills in ArcGIS or other 
GIS software would be an asset.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and successful 
participation in collaborative work environments. Experience in the 
liaison role highly desirable.  Front line experience in library public 
services and collection development an asset. Enthusiasm, 
resourcefulness, organizational skills, and a sense of humour are 
essential.

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

*/Salary and Rank: /*

This tenure-track position is classified at the Librarian 2 level with a 
current salary range of $65,571 to $104,291.  Librarians at the 
University of Alberta have academic status and participate in a generous 
benefits program. Closing date for the position is March 23rd, 2007.

*/To Apply:/*

Please mail, fax or e-mail your resume and the names of three references to:
Karen Adams
Director of Library Services and Information Resources
Cameron Library
University of Alberta Edmonton, Alberta
T6G 2J8
Fax: (780) 492-8302
E-mail: karen.adams at ualberta.ca

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