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Hi everyone, The Penn Museum (University Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology) is searching for a full-time Collections Database Administrator, official post here: https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/University-Museum/Collections-Database-Administrator_JR00001647. The Collections Database Administrator is part of a new department here at the Penn Museum-Digital Records, Archives, and Publications-and is a key member of a team responsible for the Museum's digital resources. The DBA reports to the Manager of Digital Records, Archives, and Publications (me) and works closely with members across the staff of the Museum who rely on the central collection resource. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in database standards, cross-departmental coordination, and leading internal change. We're revving up for digitization across the Museum's million-object collection, where we'll be enhancing cataloging as well as capturing high-quality images, and the new DBA will play a foundational role in accomplishing that work. If you are interested in applying, please follow the instructions at the link above. All applications must go through the University jobs portal to be considered. If you know someone who might be interested in this opportunity, please help me spread the word. The full posting is copied below. Thanks, Jessica ____________________________________________ Jessica Milby Manager of Digital Records, Archives, and Publications Penn Museum [email protected] Posted Job Title Collections Database Administrator Job Profile Title Database Administrator Job Description Summary Reporting to the Manager of Digital Records, Archives, and Publications and working closely with the IT Department, the Digital Media Center, and the Museum's Collections Staff, the Collections Database Administrator (DBA) is a key member of the team responsible for providing technical advice and maintaining, troubleshooting, and enhancing the Museum's collections databases (including the primary EMu system as well as some other legacy platforms). Maintaining data standards and controlled vocabularies in EMu, the DBA ensures the quality of data which is integral to Museum business and feeds public-facing collection resources like the Museum website as well as internal reports. The DBA maintains, implements, and updates policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of the EMu system. The DBA manages and undertakes the technical and procedural responsibilities that ensure the utilization of EMu's functionality to advance collections information management, imaging, an d collections-related tasks. Responsibilities/Duties - Support and maintain the EMu collections database; determines and implements policies and procedures to maintain database standards, efficiency, reliability, and accuracy. - Maintain and update in-house EMu standards documentation and user's manual, train new users and provide database and procedural support, respond to user questions and solve problems related to the use of EMu. - Support collection digitization projects; work closely with the Digital Media Center to support and maintain the Museum's online collections database. - Ensure integrity and accuracy of EMu as the primary collection information repository, identifying collections content resources and migrating legacy content into the EMu system. - Maintain user accounts and system securities; work with museum IT to ensure collections database and multimedia servers are maintained. - Chair the Museum's EMu committee (a group of rotating members who are technical support staff and content stakeholders and/or database advocates), organizing agendas and taking and sharing notes. - Modify existing reports and develop new reports as directed. - Review and implement EMu new releases and upgrades and implement new EMu modules and applications to benefit Museum procedures. - Serve as a liaison with Axiell staff and be active in the EMu user community. - Learn new skills and keep up with emerging technology. - Other activities as required. Qualifications - A Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) in computer and information systems preferred, or in a related field in combination with 3-5 years of relevant experience. - Experience working in a museum setting and knowledge of museum operations, policies, and standards. Experience with museum-oriented thesauri preferred. - Collaborative team member with excellent communication skills, customer service experience, ability to work independently and with colleagues with different skill sets and from different disciplines. - Self-motivated, open-minded, and a fast learner. Handle multiple tasks and work under stress while providing quality work and meeting deadlines. - Experience working with EMu required. Experience working with reporting systems required; knowledge of Crystal Reports preferred. - Working knowledge of data architectures, metadata standards, imaging, and digital asset management required. Programming experience with php and an understanding of APIs preferred. Experience with Linux/Unix and SQL preferred. Open to all, the Museum is home to remarkable objects and powerful stories that emerge from its extraordinary expeditions across the world. Discover the cultures of Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Mediterranean, from the very first cities of the Middle East to the kings of ancient Egypt; from prehistoric Mexico to the lives of Native American communities today. Experience the mystery of the ancient past, gain an understanding of our shared humanity, and find your own place in the arc of human history. Job Location - City, State Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School University Museum Pay Range $42,953.00 - $113,435.00 Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class. Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job. About Us The University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the diversity of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community that draws on the strength that comes with a substantive institutional commitment to diversity along dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran status, interests, perspectives, and socioeconomic status. Grounded in equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, and affirmative action, Penn's robust commitment to diversity is fundamental to the University's mission of advancing knowledge, educating leaders for all sectors of society, and public service. 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