Technology and Digital Strategies Librarian

Title: Technology and Digital Strategies Librarian

Location: Cleveland, OH United States

Job ID

13890

Location

Case Main Campus

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Job Description:

Salary Grade

Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary range available for this position at the time of its posting. The salary range is between $65,780 and $83,212, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data.

Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.

Job Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Creation & Curation Services, the Technology & Digital Strategies Librarian coordinates, develops, advises, and supports when needed all library technology and digital strategies in collaboration with the Kelvin Smith Library leadership team. Systems include the library services platform, and infrastructure for resource preservation and access. The librarian is also responsible for oversight of desktop support and other technology equipment and resource needs. The Technology and Digital Strategies Librarian serves as the primary contact and collaborator with the University's central IT department (UTech) to ensure efficient and effective technology support across all aspects of the library's strategic initiatives and operations. This position will work collaboratively with all library teams and play a leadership role in library-wide planning and decision-making as a member of the KSL Leadership Team. Expectations for Leadership Team members are outlined in the team charter.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provides creative and innovative leadership to Kelvin Smith Library, collaborating across teams and externally. Communicates effectively and employs general management theories and practices. Plans for library or functional area(s), including the design and evaluation of policies, services, and programs. Effectively implements relevant policies, operations, and services with a user-centered approach. Implements change management when needed, develops operational procedures and policies, and advocates for all necessary staff and resources. Collects and analyzes data for evidence-based decision-making and planning. (25%)

2. Identify, articulate, and implement innovative digital strategies for the development, management, and maintenance of all technology-driven services for Kelvin Smith Library. Ability to translate requirements, identify technologies and support needs, and implement solutions that enable the goals of library teams and the mission and vision of Kelvin Smith Library and Case Western Reserve University. (15%)

3. Serve as the Library's liaison to UTech for the purchase, implementation, and support of all technology and digital storage solutions, including administrative, public, and lab computing. Manage a dedicated technology budget and approve technology purchases. Oversee the day-to-day priorities of two UTech personnel assigned to support Kelvin Smith Library technology operations. Collaboratively establish prioritization of work and communicate performance results with UTech supervisors. (15%)

4. Provides leadership and support for all aspects of Library Services Platform for Kelvin Smith Library, all Case Western Reserve University campus libraries, and the Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM). Serve as OhioLINK lead implementer for our campus Library Services Platform. Carry out or support a variety of large and/or complex data loading, extraction, and manipulation or transformation processes for a range of library uses and with a variety of data types including but not limited to catalog/bibliographic data, holdings and item data, user data, etc. (15%)

5. As a member of the Kelvin Smith Library Leadership Team, actively contributes and engages in information sharing, ideation, library-wide planning, decision making, and the development of KSLs strategic framework. Implements all strategic objectives relevant to your position as leader in the organization and your area of focus. Specific LT guidelines are outlined in the team charter (15%)

6. Contributes to the library, the institution, and the profession through sustained and progressive scholarship, creative expression, and service at the state, regional, national, or international level; contributions will support the advancement of librarianship and increase service to the University, and community.(8%)

7. Cultivates a work environment that promotes and maintains an environment and culture of empathy, collaboration, and respect (6%)

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform other duties as assigned. (1%)

CONTACTS

Department: Work with Kelvin Smith Library leadership on policy and planning of resources, services, and operations. Frequently collaborate with staff on all levels of the organization to support the provision of excellent library services and resources. (45%).

University: Consult regularly with UTech to ensure efficient and effective design and implementation of technology-based solutions. Consult and collaborate with Case Western Reserve University Library directors and key staff to ensure effective Library Services Platform design and management. (30%)

External: Engage with affiliate libraries (Cleveland Institute of Music) for purposes of efficient and effective Library Services Platform support. Direct collaboration with OhioLINK for Library Services Platform and other technology operations and supported technologies. Occasional collaboration with colleagues in OhioLINK and other academic libraries. Coordination with external technology and platform vendors to ensure optimization and support for all library operations. (25%)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but may oversee non-exempt staff, student employees, and temporary full or part-time workers.

QUALIFICAITONS

Education/Licensing. Master's degree in Library/Information Science or an advanced degree in a relevant discipline plus 6 years of library experience.

Experience. The Technology and Digital Strategies Librarian must have sufficient library experience and expertise in library leadership, management, and the work of a team/unit/department to serve as a supervisor, advisor, and mentor.

Librarian Level: Appointment to the level of librarian assumes that all requirements of that level have been met and sustained, that the individual will demonstrate continued and outstanding growth in the profession and perform existing duties and responsibilities at the highest level. Librarian levels are outlined in the librarian assembly handbook.

REQUIRED SKILLS

1. Ability to make evidence-based decisions on a strategic basis; to engage in leadership activities in library, scholarly, and professional organizations; to exercise the highest level of professional judgment and provide evidence of longstanding leadership. Able to apply best practices; can use advanced techniques and technology to innovate; able to perform or administer most complex or most specialized duties; communicate effectively; and employ general management theories and practices.

2. Evidence of professional contributions publishing, creative contributions, presentations, and/or professional service at the state, regional, national, or international level; notable contributions to advance librarianship and increase service to the University and community; keeps abreast of the role and application of trends for libraries in higher education

3. Demonstrated experience with library services platforms, e-resource management systems and principles, digital repositories and preservation strategies, and other library technologies. These include general practices and standards for library technical services workflows (cataloging, metadata, acquisitions¿)

4. Evidence of managing and optimizing complex desktop, storage, and networked technologies

5. Ability to manage and forecast a budget.

6. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

7. Demonstrable collaborative management style and a commitment to exceptional user services.

8. Ability to cultivate an environment of empathy, collaboration, and respect.

9. Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.

10. Ability to meet consistent attendance.

11. Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.

WORKING CONDITIONS.

Typical office/library environment. The employee will perform repetitive motion using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. While the standard schedule for this position is daytime Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30 am to 5:00pm, flexibility and availability to cover operational hours outside the normal schedule, including evenings and Sundays, are required to ensure continuous support and effective management of the library's services. Must be flexible to adjust the work schedule to accommodate changes in operational hours, including over university breaks, summers, and holidays and to meet staffing needs.

Hybrid Eligibility

This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangement up to two remote days per week at the discretion of the department. New employees may begin a hybrid schedule upon approval from the supervisor, successful completion of an orientation period and signing the remote work checklist certification form.

EEO Statement

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.