Digital Service Librarian

LAC Federal

Digital Services Librarian managing digital library systems and enhancing user experience. Administering platforms like Ex Libris Alma and Primo with a focus on UI/UX design.

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

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaJavaScriptPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Configure and manage library systems, including Ex Libris Alma and Primo; optimize workflows, cataloging parameters, discovery layers, and integrations.
Administer and support research databases for content delivery and database services.
Provide ongoing management of Symplectic Elements or similar research information management systems (RIMS).
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with vendors and IT to resolve system-level challenges.
Participate in system upgrades, testing, and quality assurance.
Design and configure UI components and user-focused interfaces within library platforms to enhance usability and accessibility.
Conduct usability testing and recommend enhancements to navigation, search behavior, and interface layouts.
Work with stakeholders to gather UI/UX requirements for digital services.
Use scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, and other relevant languages (e.g., Bash, SQL) to automate workflows, configure interfaces, transform data, and enhance system functionality.
Develop scripts for batch processes, API integrations, metadata manipulation, and custom system behaviors.
Ensure data integrity, metadata quality, and system consistency across digital platforms.
Provide direct support to end-users, including librarians, researchers, and administrative staff.
Develop and deliver training materials and workshops on system use, advanced search techniques, and custom features.
Create documentation, FAQs, knowledgebase entries, and “how-to” guides.
Collaborate with digital initiatives teams to align library platforms with organizational goals.
Track user feedback, performance metrics, and service analytics to inform upgrades and refinements.
Stay current with emerging digital library trends, best practices, and tools.

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.
Proven experience administering library systems such as Ex Libris Alma and Primo.
Experience working with research databases, discovery services, and digital content platforms (e.g., PubAg).
Strong scripting/programming skills in Python and JavaScript/Java.
Experience with APIs, data transformation tools, and metadata workflows (MARC, JSON, XML).
Familiarity with research management systems such as Symplectic Elements or equivalents.
Understanding of UI/UX principles, accessibility (WCAG), and web-based systems configuration.
3–5+ years of experience working in digital library environments or academic/research library systems.
Demonstrated experience configuring library platforms, supporting end-users, and managing digital services.
Experience creating scripts or automation tools to support system functions and data quality.
Excellent communication and training skills.
Customer-focused with ability to work collaboratively.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Ability to work independently in an onsite environment and manage multiple priorities.

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

Ex Libris AlmaPrimoPythonJavaScriptBashSQLAPIsmetadata workflowsMARCJSON

Soft Skills

communicationtrainingcustomer-focusedcollaborativeanalyticalproblem-solvingindependenttime management

Certifications

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS)ALA-accredited program