[CODE4LIB] Job: Director, Center for Digital Scholarship and Publishing at Kansas State University
Director, Center for Digital Scholarship and Publishing Kansas State University Manhattan Director, Center for Digital Scholarship and Publishing (Kansas State University Libraries, Kansas) Kansas State University Libraries invite applications and nominations for the position of Director, Center for Digital Scholarship and Publishing. Master's degree from an ALA accredited program plus demonstrated knowledge of current issues in scholarly communications, data management, library publishing trends and practices, and emerging directions in digital scholarship required. For a complete position description and application procedures, visit our website: [www.lib.k-state.edu/jobs. Kansas State University is EOE of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Kansas State University encourages diversity among its employees. Background check required. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/15710/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/
[CODE4LIB] Job: GIS/Geospatial and Geography Information Specialist at University of Maryland, College Park
GIS/Geospatial and Geography Information Specialist University of Maryland, College Park College Park The GIS Librarian will have responsibilities for GIS/Geospatial data, and liaison services to the Department of Geographical Sciences. The librarian in this position is a forward-focused individual who will establish and grow the Libraries' GIS services program. S/he will be an expert in applying geospatial concepts and techniques to the research agendas of faculty and students, will manage the geography and maps collections, maintaining strong relationships with faculty and students in the Department of Geographical Sciences, and will enhance curricula and research innovation across the University relating to spatial and visual thinking. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/15693/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Electronic Records Archivist at Alabama Department of Archives and History
Electronic Records Archivist Alabama Department of Archives and History Montgomery The Alabama Department of Archives and History seeks a highly motivated, innovative, and collaborative Electronic Records Archivist to lead preservation activities within the organization. The electronic records archivist will be responsible for the acquisition, appraisal, description, management, policy-formation, and preservation of born-digital and imaged records with legal, historical, evidential, research, or administrative value. This work will be completed in cooperation with an ADAH IT staff member, reference and collections management staff members, and other members of the records management/appraisal staff as part of the ADAH electronic records team. The electronic records archivist will also be responsible for ensuring electronic records policies, principles, standards, and best practices are instilled in all ADAH staff members. Duties: * Evaluate current Alabama, other states', and national laws with regards to electronic records and record keeping. * Collaborate with state and local government officials, private donors, and patrons to facilitate the acquisition of a wide array of electronic collections, including but not limited to state agency electronic records and websites, born digital manuscripts and personal papers, research datasets and publications. * Work with all stakeholders to develop and/or revise policies, rules and guidelines concerning the management of electronic records and electronic records systems towards the creation of Trusted Digital Repositories, based on national and international best practices. * Appraise, develop, and implement retention periods for electronic government records. * Develop and provide training for state and local agency staff in the proper management of electronic/digital records. * Provide expert advice and consulting on issues concerning electronic/digital materials. * Design, prepare, and update, as needed, technical leaflets and other related educational/informational publications on electronic records management for distribution and reference. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Knowledge of records management and archival core competencies. * Knowledge of the principles and practices involved with the appraisal, acquisition, and disposition of records. * Knowledge of principles of database management, enterprise architecture, and systems analysis and development. * Knowledge of current preservation technologies and OAIS and TRAC. * Knowledge of metadata standards and practices. * Knowledge of reformatting best practices. * Evidence of commitment to the archival profession by memberships and participation in professional associations. * Record of ongoing professional development and contribution. * Ability to work well with all stakeholders. * Ability to express ideas clearly, both orally and in writing. * Ability to read, analyze, and interpret industry periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations. * Ability to lift and carry heavy boxes weighing on average 30-40 pounds. Necessary Qualifications: * Graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in archives/library/information science or a related field with completion of graduate level course work in archives or information management. * Master's degree strongly preferred. * Two years of professional experience in archival work and records/information management in an archival repository. * A current driver's license Desired Experience: * Application of archival theory and practice to the management and preservation of electronic records. * Demonstrated experience with various platforms. ADAH currently uses Windows, Voyager, CONTENTdm, and LOCKSS. * Project management experience as it applies to management of electronic/digital content. * Experience creating preservation metadata, and working with tools that verify file authenticity and tools that identify potentially restricted content strongly preferred.al Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/15723/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Digital Archivist at University of California, Los Angeles
Digital Archivist University of California, Los Angeles Los Angeles One of ten University of California campuses, the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is located in Westwood Village, approximately five miles from the Pacific Ocean near Santa Monica. Comprised of the College of Letters and Science and 11 professional schools, the 419-acre campus features 163 buildings. UCLA has more than 4,000 faculty and academic staff and approximately 26,000 employees overall. Founded in 1919, UCLA offers 337 undergraduate and graduate degree programs and has more than 28,000 undergraduates and 12,000 graduate students. Academic excellence, faculty distinction, and a comprehensive curriculum are hallmarks of UCLA, which is a member of the Association of American Universities. Among the faculty are fourteen Nobel Laureates, twelve Rhodes Scholars, ten National Medal of Science winners, a Fields Medal Winner, eleven MacArthur Grant winners, and seventy-eight Guggenheim Fellows. UCLA is California's largest university and is a model for public institutions of higher education. As the seventh largest employer in the region, UCLA generates almost $14 in economic activity for every $1 state taxpayers invest in UCLA and generates an annual $11.9 billion economic impact for the state of California. Consistently ranked among the top 10 academic research libraries in North America, the UCLA Library is comprised of 10 major libraries and 11 library wide departments including the Southern Regional Library Facility, the remote storage facility for the southern UC campuses, all of which report to the University Librarian. In addition, there are 12 affiliated library units located on the campus. There are approximately 105 librarians on the campus, and the UCLA Library has a staff of approximately 300, and approximately 400 - 500 student employees. The Library has an organizational structure that includes the use of teams in conjunction with departments and units. The library collection consists of more than 9 million volumes and more than 78,000 current serial titles and an aggressively expanding electronic resources collection. The Library's annual budget is in excess of $44 million; more than $10 million supports the acquisition of print and digital material, and the library is part of the California Digital Library. The UCLA Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), the Center for Research Libraries (CRL), the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR), International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), and the Scholarly Publishing Academic Resources Coalition (SPARC). Library Special Collections (LSC) is an enterprise-wide, organizational entity within the UCLA Library System that integrates special collections resources, services, and operations. Central to this re-organized unit is a curatorial team of four subject experts (Performing Arts, University Archives, History of Science and Medicine, Collecting Los Angeles), three format specific curators (Rare Books, Visual Materials, Manuscripts), and the Head of the Center for Oral History Research. LSC also includes three administrative sections: Collection Management, Research and Instructional Services, and Administrative Services. The Collection Management Section centralizes the acquisitions, rare book cataloging, and processing of special collections materials; coordinates lending processes; and facilitates collaboration with the Cataloging and Metadata Department and the Preservation Program. The Research and Instructional Services Section integrates public services for LSC, including centralized reference and instructional services, and exhibitions and programs. The Administrative Services Section consolidates the planning, budget, human resources, fundraising, assessment, technology, and events functions of LSC. The entire staff of approximately 40 FTE work together as a team to build, preserve, and provide access to the outstanding special collections of the UCLA Library. The Collection Management Section includes the Digital Initiatives group, which is responsible for maintaining a born-digital archives management program, managing digital projects, and facilitating online access to digital collections and archival description. The Digital Initiatives group works closely with LSC staff, as well as staff from the Digital Library Program, Digital Initiatives and Information Technology, the Preservation Imaging Unit at SRLF, the Cataloging and Metadata Center, and the Preservation Program to undertake a holistic approach to digital initiatives across UCLA Library. Position Duties Reporting to the Head, Center for Primary Research Training and Digital Initiatives, the Digital Archivist leads and supports LSC efforts to acquire, describe, preserve, and provide access to born-digital special collections material and to facilitate projects
[CODE4LIB] Job: Geospatial Information Specialist (GIS) Librarian at University of Iowa
Geospatial Information Specialist (GIS) Librarian University of Iowa Iowa City Reporting to the Head, Digital Research Publishing, the GIS Specialist will design, implement, and support the University of Iowa Libraries' geospatial library. Recognizing the importance of geospatial data across all disciplines, this position is critical to the University Libraries' efforts supporting scholarly digital publishing, the creation of new information resources for teaching and research, and campus priorities in informatics and digital humanities. The GIS Specialist will collaborate with many stakeholders to enhance access to and use of geospatial information, digitized historical maps and atlases, and applications for visualizing geospatial data for research. Specific responsibilities include: * Designing and implementing a geographic-based portal for discovering, previewing, and downloading geospatial data owned, licensed, produced, or curated by the Libraries * Managing the operations and the ongoing development of the geospatial library collection * Curating, promoting, and enhancing geospatial datasets * Collaborating with university affiliates to design and deliver a geospatial literacy program that supports the academic curriculum across the University * Engaging in campus outreach to introduce geospatial and GIS technologies to students and others * Actively participating in the emerging campus GIS community and the technical core group * Providing instruction and research assistance in the use of geospatial information in collaboration with subject liaison librarians * Assisting scholars in the creation, management, analysis and visualization of geospatial data as part of a campus-wide coordinated multidisciplinary approach to informatics support and services * Serve as library liaison to the UI Informatics Initiative in domain applications related to spatial data * Working with Special Collections and Library Information Technology staff to enhance access to digitized historical map and atlas collections Required Qualifications: * Master's degree in library and information science with a concentration or advanced coursework in GIS, or an equivalent degree related to the position (e.g., an advanced degree in geography or in geographic information science, or a geoinformatics certificate with a degree in informatics or other program) * For the Specialist Librarian level, three or more years of experience is required. * Relevant experience using GIS software, including ESRI ArcGIS * Knowledge of map and geospatial resources * High degree of computer literacy * Interest in emerging technologies * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills * Ability to explain technical topics to a non-technical audience * Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with diverse stakeholders Preferred Qualifications: * Familiarity with geospatial and FGDC-endorsed metadata standards such as ISO 19115 * Experience with a programing language such as Python or PHP * Experience teaching the use of GIS in a library environment * Experience building GIS web services * Experience with open-source and web-based GIS tools (Open GeoPortal, Harvard WorldMap, Quantum GIS, ESRI Online, etc.) Please see a full position vacancy announcement at http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/employment/. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/15747/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/
[CODE4LIB] Job: UMFA Collections Photographer and Digital Media Producer at University of Utah
UMFA Collections Photographer and Digital Media Producer University of Utah Salt Lake City The Utah Museum of Fine Arts is located on the campus of the University of Utah, and offers visitors the opportunity to explore over 5,000 years of human creativity with a collection of almost 19,000 objects and art works from classic Greek and Roman antiquities to cutting-edge, contemporary art. Founded in 1914, the UMFA is the state of Utah's official museum creating exhibitions and programs which serve a wide array of audiences. The Collections Photographer is responsible for all aspects of creating and maintaining visual (photographic) records of objects in the Museum collection or in the Museum's custody. S/He takes a leadership role in developing standards and formats for the type and quality of images, the organization and archiving of digital image files, and insuring that image files are linked to object records. The Photographer actively participates in assessing gaps and weaknesses in the Museum's visual documentation of its collections, and is responsible for developing strategies to enhance the quality, consistency, and completeness of visual records. S/He is responsible for the development of digital image-based conduits for public access to the Museum's collections. In addition the Photographer provides photographic services to other Museum departments as required including the photographing of exhibitions and events. The Photographer prepares copies of images from the Museum's archives in a variety of formats as required. S/He participates in other Collections Department activities as requested including: the physical movement of objects, packing crates, condition reporting incoming/outgoing traveling exhibitions, cataloging, and other tasks within the department as needed. Responsibilities: * Create documentary photographs of objects which are newly acquired, on loan and in the custody of the Museum or part of the Museum's collection. * Catalogs, archives and maintains digital images in an electronic database. * Routinely participate in the correction and updating of existing records and developing data standards related to collections information system management. * Contributes to the processes of planning for the staging, installation and de-installation of exhibitions; assists with the physical packing/unpacking and condition reporting. * Supervises volunteer and part time staff assigned to related projects. * Develop and implement procedures related to imaging. * Contribute to development of department budget and efficiency. * Participate in weekly collection/exhibitions teams, department planning and scheduling, staff meetings, and staff committees as assigned. * Problem Solving The incumbent works independently while performing assigned tasks, but generally works as part of a team with input and guidance from the Marketing Manager when performing. The incumbent must adhere to strict timelines when coordinating the details of special events and marketing materials. This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in an art- or architecture-related field or similar area, plus one year directly related experience or equivalency required. Demonstrated experience in analog and digital resource management and understanding of digital standards including copyright issues. Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills also required. * Advanced art-related degree or Masters of Library Sciences preferred. * Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Preferences: * Able to easily lift at least fifty pounds from floor to approximately 50 * Able to safely carry at least fifty pounds for thirty feet * Able to climb a 10' ladder * Pass a criminal background check * Have a valid driver's license and good driving record * Have excellent vision or vision that can be corrected to excellent with glasses or contacts Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/15831/ To post a new job please visit http://jobs.code4lib.org/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Cataloging and Metadata Librarian at University of Tennessee
Cataloging and Metadata Librarian University of Tennessee Knoxville **Appointment Rank:** Assistant Professor **Salary:**$48,000 _**General Function**_ The Cataloging and Metadata Librarian provides leadership in the creation and maintenance of descriptive metadata for items and collections purchased, subscribed and created by the University of Tennessee Libraries. This position is responsible to ensure accuracy and consistency of metadata in all formats and to develop strategies for improved discoverability of the library's resources. Reporting to the head of the Discovery and Technical Services Department, this librarian coordinates the work of the Cataloging Unit within the department by supervising, setting priorities, training, and implementing plans, policies, and practices for the unit. The Cataloging and Metadata Librarian works collaboratively with staff in departments across the libraries to develop and enhance workflows for metadata development and to develop and deliver metadata training. _**Specific Duties**_ Supervises and evaluates 6 non-exempt staff in the Cataloging Unit with responsibility for original and copy cataloging, batch-loading of vendor- supplied MARC records, database maintenance, and processing. Leads the Cataloging Unit through planning, statistics gathering, analysis and reporting. Leads the Libraries in keeping current with evolving cataloging and metadata standards; creates and revises local policies and procedures, documentation and training accordingly. Serves as consultant across the Libraries for complex cataloging and metadata questions. Contributes and assists others in the performance of authority control and disambiguation of names; contributes original authority work to the Tennessee NACO Funnel Project. With Digital Initiatives and Special Collections staff, coordinates the integration of metadata into production of digital collections. Participates in efforts to improve the library's discovery and delivery platform. Qualifications **Required: **Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program; original cataloging experience in multiple formats; demonstrated knowledge of cataloging standards and practices including RDA, MARC21, AACR2, LCSH and LC classification; knowledge of non-MARC metadata schemes such as Dublin Core, EAD, TEI, MODS, and METS; demonstrated interest in current trends and developments in cataloging, metadata, authority control and emerging technologies; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a diverse academic community and to manage shifting priorities; must be able to meet the University's requirement for promotion and tenure which includes research and service components. **Preferred: **Experience in an academic library; supervisory and training experience; expertise in authority control; reading knowledge of one or more foreign languages; knowledge of emerging trends and practices related to linked data, semantic web applications and RDF; experience formulating and disseminating metadata policies; working knowledge of discovery systems, especially Primo. _**Environment**_ The University of Tennessee Libraries serves the flagship campus of the state university system. The UT Libraries supports the teaching, research, and service mission of the university and enhances the academic experience of each student at the Knoxville campus -- through outstanding print and electronic collections, reference and instructional services, and top-notch facilities and technological resources. The UT Libraries serves as an intellectual, cultural, and social center for the university and community. We are a national leader in the creation of regionally significant digital collections; in support of open access though our digital repository Trace; and through a rich history of designing innovative spaces and building key partnerships that enhance the teaching/learning enterprise. The University of Tennessee Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, the Digital Library Federation, Lyrasis, and the Center for Research Libraries. The UT Libraries collaborates actively at the state level with the other UT System Libraries as well as the libraries in the Tennessee Board of Regents system. **Benefits** Excellent benefits include 24 annual leave days; choice of state retirement plan or ORP (AIG Retirement, ING, TIAA-CREF) with nonrefundable contributions paid for the employee by the University; optional group health and life insurance plans. Tuition remission is available for all university employees and partial undergraduate tuition remission is available to dependent children and spouses of UT employees. Faculty rank and status; twelve-month, tenure-track appointment. _**Application Procedures**_ A background check and official
[CODE4LIB] Islandora’s New Institutional Rate- Camp CO
Are you looking to send more than one person from your institution to Camp CO http://islandora.ca/camps/co2014? Islandora would like to offer a new institutional rate to help out organizations looking to send three or more individuals to camp. *Here's how it works:* 1st individual $495 2nd individual $495 3rd and subsequent individuals $295 Apart from incredible savings, this institutional rate will allow participation in both the Dev and Admin track! Check it out here: http://islandora.ca/camps/co2014/registration/institutional Registration will remain open until October 3rd Questions? Contact us at commun...@islandora.ca
[CODE4LIB] International Linked Data Survey deadline extended
On behalf of my colleague: I have been asked to extend the deadline for the international linked data survey athttps://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LinkedDataSurvey as a number of implementers have been on vacation. The deadline has now been extended to Friday, 15 August. If you started the survey, you now have time to complete it. If you intended to respond, but didn’t, now you can. Many thanks to those who completed their responses by the original deadline! Cheers, Karen Smith-Yoshimura OCLC Research
[CODE4LIB] Announcement: New paper comparing MD5 SHA-256
AVPreserve has published a new white paper, What's the Real Impact of SHA-256? A Comparison of Checksum Algorithms, available for free download at http://www.avpreserve.com/avpsresources/papers-and-presentations/ Though SHA-256 is considered a stronger algorithm, MD5 is often more frequently adopted because of its faster processing times. We ran tests comparing actual processing speeds of the two algorithms, with some interesting results suggesting that in some situations the difference may be negligible, and that there are other issues which more significantly impact computing resources needed for generating and verifying checksums. Regards, Alex __ Alex Duryee *AVPreserve* 350 7th Ave., Suite 1605 New York, NY 10001 office: 917-475-9630 http://www.avpreserve.com Facebook.com/AVPreserve http://facebook.com/AVPreserve twitter.com/AVPreserve
Re: [CODE4LIB] Bandwidth control
We had complaints from students about other students using the limited resource (in this case student computers) to do facebook / youtube. We negotiated with the students union that certain sites would be blocked from those machines for a certain busy period during the day. Negotiation with the students union appeared to be hugely important in deflating any protests. cheers stuart On 05/08/14 02:20, Carol Bean wrote: A quick and dirty search of the list archives turned up this topic from 5 years ago. I am wondering what libraries (especially those with limited resources) are doing today to control or moderate bandwidth, e.g., where viewing video sites uses up excessive amounts of bandwidth? Thanks for any help, Carol Carol Bean beanwo...@gmail.com
Re: [CODE4LIB] Bandwidth control
We throttle YouTube for teachers and block for students, btw we use a SonicWall which I highly recommend for the cost/features ratio (even compared to open source stuff). //Riley Riley Childs Senior Charlotte United Christian Academy IT Services Admin Library Services Admin web: rileychilds.net twitter: @RowdyChildren Checkout our new library catalog: catalog.cucawarriors.com -Original Message- From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Stuart Yeates Sent: Tuesday, August 5, 2014 6:54 PM To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Bandwidth control We had complaints from students about other students using the limited resource (in this case student computers) to do facebook / youtube. We negotiated with the students union that certain sites would be blocked from those machines for a certain busy period during the day. Negotiation with the students union appeared to be hugely important in deflating any protests. cheers stuart On 05/08/14 02:20, Carol Bean wrote: A quick and dirty search of the list archives turned up this topic from 5 years ago. I am wondering what libraries (especially those with limited resources) are doing today to control or moderate bandwidth, e.g., where viewing video sites uses up excessive amounts of bandwidth? Thanks for any help, Carol Carol Bean beanwo...@gmail.com
Re: [CODE4LIB] Bandwidth control
On 2014-08-04 16:07, Carol Bean wrote: Thanks, Scott. I appreciate the details. I hadn't thought of investigating firmware hacks. I have heard Cisco routers are being used to manage bandwidth, and are, as expected, a pricey solution. If you are willing to get your hands dirty. One does not need to ever deal with Cisco unless you have deep pockets as you correctly point out. Depending on how much of your network you control you should consider using OpenBSD's PF. Yes I am a well known shill for this OS so grab ya grain of salt. ;-) That said this is a tale of savings and performance. Sometimes you can have both. http://www.skeptech.org/blog/2013/01/13/unscrewed-a-story-about-openbsd/ As always YMMV but I actually enjoy this sort of thing so if you need someone who has done this *granted a good while back* I'm your Huckleberry. ;-) ./fxk
Re: [CODE4LIB] Bandwidth control
With a gigabit pipe, I don't think that Youtube would be an issue :) On Aug 5, 2014, at 3:54 PM, Stuart Yeates stuart.yea...@vuw.ac.nz wrote: We had complaints from students about other students using the limited resource (in this case student computers) to do facebook / youtube. We negotiated with the students union that certain sites would be blocked from those machines for a certain busy period during the day. Negotiation with the students union appeared to be hugely important in deflating any protests. cheers stuart On 05/08/14 02:20, Carol Bean wrote: A quick and dirty search of the list archives turned up this topic from 5 years ago. I am wondering what libraries (especially those with limited resources) are doing today to control or moderate bandwidth, e.g., where viewing video sites uses up excessive amounts of bandwidth? Thanks for any help, Carol Carol Bean beanwo...@gmail.com
Re: [CODE4LIB] Bandwidth control
20 users streaming HD YouTube is a big strain on the network itself, regardless of the pipe size. Sent from my Windows Phone From: Cary Gordonmailto:listu...@chillco.com Sent: 8/5/2014 8:33 PM To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDUmailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Bandwidth control With a gigabit pipe, I don't think that Youtube would be an issue :) On Aug 5, 2014, at 3:54 PM, Stuart Yeates stuart.yea...@vuw.ac.nz wrote: We had complaints from students about other students using the limited resource (in this case student computers) to do facebook / youtube. We negotiated with the students union that certain sites would be blocked from those machines for a certain busy period during the day. Negotiation with the students union appeared to be hugely important in deflating any protests. cheers stuart On 05/08/14 02:20, Carol Bean wrote: A quick and dirty search of the list archives turned up this topic from 5 years ago. I am wondering what libraries (especially those with limited resources) are doing today to control or moderate bandwidth, e.g., where viewing video sites uses up excessive amounts of bandwidth? Thanks for any help, Carol Carol Bean beanwo...@gmail.com
