Digital Services Librarian

LAC Federal

Digital Services Librarian supporting a federal library in advancing digital library systems and data integration. Managing user-centered research platforms and enhancing metadata workflows for accessibility and compliance.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeBeltsville • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $82,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaScriptTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support integration of internal and external data sources into digital platforms (e.g., PubAg, Ag Data Commons, ORCID, ARIS)
Develop and maintain metadata workflows to improve data quality, consistency, and discoverability
Perform metadata mapping, normalization, and quality control using standards such as MARC21, Dublin Core, and MODS
Test, validate, and troubleshoot APIs supporting access to publications, datasets, and analytics
Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to improve system interoperability and data exchange
Conduct user experience (UX) analysis to enhance search interfaces and submission workflows
Support Section 508 accessibility compliance for digital content and user interfaces
Develop dashboards and reports to track metadata quality, integration performance, and usage metrics
Create documentation, SOPs, and training materials for library systems and workflows
Participate in testing, validation, and continuous improvement of digital library tools and processes
Provide support for automation of data pipelines and batch processing workflows
Contribute to cross-platform collaboration and metadata harmonization initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program, or related field (e.g., Information Science, Informatics, Computer Science) with equivalent library experience.
Understanding of the use of metadata schema and tools (in particular MODS, MARC/MARCXML, PubMed and JATS/XML).
Demonstrated experience with metadata standards (e.g., MARC21, Dublin Core, MODS)
Experience working with integrated library systems (ILS) or library services platforms (e.g., Ex Libris Alma/Primo or similar)
Advanced knowledge of library automation operations and digital library services platforms
Experience supporting data integration, metadata workflows, or repository systems
Familiarity with APIs, data exchange formats (JSON, XML), and system interoperability concepts
Knowledge of utilizing computer technology and software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheet, and database software; web-based tools) to perform archival, records, or information management activities.
Awareness of federal requirements for public access to scientific research results.
Experience with Git version control and familiarity with GitHub or GitLab.
Intermediate or advanced understanding of web standards, including HTTP(S), HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Effective time management to set, manage, and meet deadlines.
Capacity for perpetual learning, research, and versatile problem-solving.
Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate technical information to technical and non-technical audiences, both in writing and verbally.
Experience presenting and reporting on efforts to effectively communicate to a diverse group of stakeholders across multiple organizations.
Comfortability working both closely and professionally with others on a technical team and independently.
Experience using data analysis or reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or similar)
Knowledge of accessibility standards (Section 508 or WCAG)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development

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Hard Skills & Tools

metadata mappingmetadata normalizationmetadata quality controlAPIsdata integrationlibrary automationdata pipelinesdata analysisGitweb standards

Soft Skills

time managementproblem-solvingcommunicationcollaborationanalytical skillsorganizational skillsperpetual learninguser experience analysispresentation skillsindependence

Certifications

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS)Public Trust clearance