Digital Collection Librarian jobs in Illinois
Digital Collection Librarian maintains a library's digital collection of books, serials, documents, audiovisuals, or other materials, and assists groups and individuals in locating, obtaining and using materials. Trains others in the creation or preservation of digital resources and the use of the library's digital system(s). Being a Digital Collection Librarian is responsible for the library's open source projects and procures licenses for digital content. Interacts with IT staff in selecting/developing, implementing and maintaining the library's technical infrastructure. Additionally, Digital Collection Librarian requires a master's degree in library science from an ALA-accredited school in a related field. Typically reports to a director. The Digital Collection Librarian manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Digital Collection Librarian typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Collection Development Librarian
- Town of Normal
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IL 61761, IL
FULL_TIME
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The starting salary for this position is $60,303 to $70,942 depending on qualifications; full salary range for this position is $60,303 to $95,898.
Normal Public Library seeks an innovative, collaborative librarian to join the Tech Services staff, with a primary focus on development and maintenance of the library’s juvenile circulating and digital collections. The successful candidate will join a team dedicated to providing excellent services, collections, and programs to all in our community.- Develop and maintain relevant, high-interest, and diverse collections for children in accordance with the library’s collection development policy, best practices in collection management, and publishing trends
- Employ vendor services, professional tools, and purchase suggestions to evaluate, select, and purchase sufficient materials in various physical and digital formats across age groups in a timely fashion
- Work with colleagues to analyze existing collections, community trends, and ILS data to identify the needs and interests of diverse communities, anticipate public demand, and improve collection performance
- Set annual deselection goals and coordinate deselection of materials in areas of responsibility
- Participate in team assessment of library-wide resources and services to recommend necessary improvements
- Supervise staff as assigned in the absence of a supervisor and provide onboarding training in collection development processes and practices
- Create positive experiences for library patrons by effectively and efficiently performing job tasks
- Present a positive image of the library in attitude, communications, and appearance while performing duties in both the public and staff areas
- Demonstrate professional, positive, cooperative, team-oriented working relationships
- Provide direct service at service desks
- Assist customers via readers’ advisory, reference, and technology
- Perform other work duties as assigned, relative to the operational needs of the library
- MLS from an ALA-accredited graduate program
- Experience in collection management for youth
- Strong commitment to public service
- Demonstrated understanding and appreciation of diversity and the importance of inclusion as shown by a commitment to apply and incorporate the differences, complexities, and opportunities that diversity brings to an organization
- Ability to communicate pleasantly and professionally both orally and in writing with diverse customers and staff of all ages
- Excellent skills in the usage of traditional and emerging technologies
- Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Proven experience providing readers’ advisory and customer service in a library setting
- Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and to varied work schedules
- Interested applicants should be flexible, outgoing, creative, and self-motivated with a positive attitude and a sense of humor
Required schedule includes days, evenings, and weekends.
The Town of Normal’s identity is strong and distinct, shaped by its history and unique local assets and by every member of the community. Normal is a progressive community defined by a culture of lifelong learning; agricultural roots; family-friendly neighborhoods; a wealth of arts and entertainment amenities; and a forward-thinking and sustainable approach to community development. The Town of Normal and Normal Public Library are committed to providing exceptional customer service, fiscal sustainability, and promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion.
Application
Applications will be accepted from qualified applicants until position is filled and should include cover letter, current resume, and a list of three references with current contact information. Please upload your supporting documents as PDFs and include your name in the file name.
Normal Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. - 6 Days Ago
Part-Time Librarian
- Time Librarian - CCC Careers
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Chicago, IL
PART_TIME
- PART-TIME LIBRARIAN OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE The Library of Olive-Harvey College, one of the City Colleges of Chicago, seeks an innovative, collaborative, customer service-oriented, technologically astute...
- 1 Month Ago
Librarian
- Triton College
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River Grove, IL
FULL_TIME
- Please see Special Instructions for more details. 1. Rate of pay of $26 per hour, maximum 28 hours per week; 2. Official transcripts required prior to employment; 3. Recommended candidate for hire wil...
- 13 Days Ago
Librarian
- Lake Forest School District
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Forest, IL
FULL_TIME
- JobID: 2760 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Librarian Date Posted: 3/22/2024 Location: Cherokee School Date Available: 08/19/2024 Closing Date: 06/01/2024 Lake Forest Elementary School Distr...
- 29 Days Ago
Digital Preservation Specialist (Photo Scanning) Full Time
- the-digital-convert
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Skokie, IL
FULL_TIME
- Job Description: The Digital Convert is looking for very responsible, organized digital preservation specialists to assist full-time in the transfer and editing of various media to digital formats. Yo...
- 2 Days Ago
Digital Marketing Account Manager (Fully Remote)
- Built-Right Digital
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Naperville, IL
FULL_TIME
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- Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
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Illinois (/ˌɪlɪˈnɔɪ/ (listen) IL-ih-NOY) is a state in the Midwestern and Great Lakes region of the United States. It has the fifth largest gross domestic product (GDP),
the sixth largest population, and the 25th largest land area of all U.S. states. Illinois is often noted as a microcosm of the entire United States. With Chicago in northeastern Illinois, small industrial cities and immense agricultural productivity in the north and center of the state, and natural resources such as coal, timber, and petroleum in the south, Illinois has a diverse economic base, and is a major transportation hu...
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Income Estimation for Digital Collection Librarian jobs
$53,464 to $73,127
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What does a Digital Collection Librarian do?
Digital Collection Librarian in Reno, NV
The Digital Content Management Section is responsible for providing digital acquisitions support to Library Services, and for the lifecycle management of digital collections that are not otherwise under the care of a custodial division.
December 31, 2019
Digital Collection Librarian in San Antonio, TX
The Digital Collections Librarian will also play a vital role in collaborative processes to evaluate, select, and implement software solutions that support our digital assets.
February 12, 2020
Digital Collection Librarian in New York, NY
The Digital Collections Librarian will be responsible for the planning, operations, and management of this program, and will manage the lifecycle of our digital assets and projects, from the acquisition or creation of digital objects to their long-term preservation.
January 09, 2020