Digital Preservation Librarian (Assistant Librarian)

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Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

The Libraries are the indispensable hub of discovery, learning and creativity with the teaching and research that goes on in the colleges and academic departments. We offer rich and extraordinary collections at the University Libraries. The Libraries resources and services enable and support the University missions of teaching, research, and service. Learn more about our various libraries at https://library.tamu.edu

What We Want

The Digital Preservation Librarian will lead the development of an active and comprehensive digital preservation program at the Texas A&M University Libraries. This Assistant Librarian will be responsible for the ongoing implementation of systems, strategies, and policies for the long-term preservation of digital content containing both digitized and born-digital materials. The Digital Preservation Librarian is expected to be accurate and precise in their work, as this charge includes stewardship or management of a considerable number of digital files, storage spaces, inventories, and processes. The selected candidate will be required to collaborate with fellow librarians, library professionals, and information technology specialists across the University Libraries working on digital projects, workflows, and repositories. The position falls within the Digital Services section of the Libraries’ Preservation Department and reports directly to the Director of Preservation.

What You Need to Know

Salary: $62,900.00

Special Note: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent combination of education and experience in digital preservation librarianship

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing

• Ability to interact with patrons, colleagues, and administrators positively and professionally

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with a keen attention to detail

• Working knowledge of computer software and online programs

• Ability to be flexible and adapt to workplace changes, challenges, and delays

• Must be able to travel independently to other locations for preservation-related conferences by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines

• This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited college or university

• 2 years of related digital preservation or digital curation experience

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of digital preservation activities, strategies, standards, and best practices

• Demonstrated proficiency using various MS Office applications and services.

• Experience or familiarity with the following:

• At least one enterprise-level digital preservation system and storage solution

• Digital preservation metadata standards

• National/International collaborative digital preservation efforts

• Digital format registries and format identification tools

• Markup languages such as HTML and/or XML

• Project management and/or digitization efforts

Responsibilities:

• Administers Digital Preservation Systems: Design, implement, and maintain workflows that facilitate accurate and efficient use of existing digital preservation systems, tools, and storage spaces to ensure long-term protection of and access to the Libraries’ digital content. Perform regular fixity checks to ensure file integrity of the Libraries’ preserved content. Manage and operate all production and testing instances of the Libraries’ digital preservation solutions such as Archivematica and DuraCloud.

• Manages Digital Preservation Program: Develop effective strategies and feasible solutions for ensuring the long-term viability of all the Libraries’ digital collections. Document the program’s developing policies, strategies, objectives, procedures, and activities in compliance with accepted standards and best practices in the field. Stay current on new and updated technologies, guidelines, and practices in digital preservation and related fields. Provide liaison and advisory support to Libraries’ and campus stakeholders for digital preservation projects and preserved collections content.

• Conducts Digital Preservation Assessment, Audits, and Planning: Assess the Libraries’ digital preservation program using the NDSA’s Levels of Digital Preservation V2.0 Matrix, and update that assessment as the program continues to develop and improve. Maintain and/or review inventories, databases, and manifests to ensure accuracy of digital preservation records and metadata. Conduct file-management tasks and gauge digital storage assets in support of digital preservation workflows. Develop and update a digital preservation plan for all extant file formats within the Libraries’ digital collections and assorted media materials.

• Participates in Professional Service: Represent the University Libraries while participating in associations, consortia, conferences, and professional development activities. Serve on library and campus committees as able and appropriate. Also may serve with regional or national working groups on topics applicable to the field of digital preservation.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.