Lead configuration, maintenance, and strategic development of the Information Gateway Integrated Library System (ILS), Ex Libris/Clarivate, and digital collections
Administer and continually optimize the Ex Libris Alma and Primo VE platforms, including system configuration, workflows, and integrations
Ensure seamless interoperability between the ILS and third-party systems (e.g., authentication, discovery, analytics)
Manage digital collections, including metadata quality, access, and preservation
Leverage and assess emerging technology to employ automation, AI and GenAI tools to improve workflows, metadata creation, content discovery, and user engagement
Establish internal processes and lead implementation regarding changes/updates in digital copyright law to ensure compliant access and dissemination
Work collaboratively with Data Scientists to establish a data visualization strategy to analyze usage data to inform collection development and improve digital services
Provide training and support to implement new AI digital information technologies, Alma, Primo, and related technologies and work closely with IT Development teams
May supervise up to two staff including Digital Curation Specialist and Business Analyst
Requirements
Master’s degree in digital library information science, digital information systems, digital curation, or dual degree in legal studies or communications law and library information science
Minimum 2 years’ experience with managing digital collections
Demonstrated knowledge of digital copyright law and guidance
Deep understanding of Alma workflows (acquisitions, cataloging, fulfillment, analytics) and Primo VE customization
Demonstrated ability to extract and analyze LIS data, integrate meaningfully with other data sets and visualization
Working knowledge of Power BI
Experience with metadata standards (MARC, Dublin Core, MODS, etc.)
Familiarity with APIs, integrations, and system interoperability
Demonstrated expertise in ensuring compliance with accessibility standards and centering user-centered design principles
Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript) for automation or data manipulation
Alma Administrator Certification
Minimum 7 years of experience managing Ex Libris Alma and Primo VE in an academic or research library setting
Proficient with M365 applications (e.g. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Proficient with virtual communication platforms (Teams, Zoom, Mural, etc.)
Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills
Benefits
Pay range: $73,722.00 - $125,327.00 per year
Nationwide remote work (Remote Office US99)
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs
We are an equal opportunity employer
Benefit offerings referenced in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
Alma workflowsPrimo VE customizationmetadata standardsscripting languagesdata visualizationautomationdata analysissystem interoperabilitydigital copyright lawdigital curation
Soft skills
analytical skillscommunication skillsproject management skillscollaborationtraining and supportuser-centered design