University of California Berkeley
Discovery Librarian – Library
University of California Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Discovery Librarian – Library
Position Overview
Position title: Associate Librarian, Career Status or Potential Career Status
Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and salary point at appointment. A reasonable estimate for this position is $76,631-$92,345.
Percent time: 100%
Anticipated start: As soon as December 1, 2024. Start date is flexible.
Position duration: This is a full-time potential career appointment.
Application Window
Open date: September 5, 2024
Next review date: Thursday, Sep 26, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, Oct 25, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position Description
The University of California, Berkeley Library seeks a creative, collaborative, and user-centered Librarian to support world-class research and teaching through the management of the Library’s discovery services. The Discovery Librarian will design ways to make the Library’s discovery platform, services, and tools more accessible, inclusive, and welcoming to the campus community.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with stakeholders across the Library to ensure seamless access to the Library’s collections for all users.
Oversee configurations related to Discovery in Alma, troubleshoot issues, and identify solutions.
Develop and maintain an ongoing practice of usability testing for UC Library Search.
Integrate web accessibility best practices into user experience decisions.
Test and prioritize feature releases for UC Library Search.
Participate in the UC-Berkeley local SILS governance and steering.
Create and share Primo VE analytics reports to facilitate data-driven decisions.
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Advanced degree or enrolled in an advanced degree program.
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
Advanced degree.
Preferred qualifications
Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent international degree.
Minimum of two years of experience working in an academic research library.
Experience with library discovery platforms, such as Primo VE, Summon, etc.
Experience with integrated library systems, such as Alma, Folio, etc.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and an ability to foster an inclusive environment.
Other
This position requires participation in a mix of in-person and all-virtual meetings.
The incumbent will be required to obtain Primo VE Administrator certification within nine months of being hired.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement on Contributions to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
3-5 references (contact information only)
Job location
Berkeley, CA
To apply, visit:
https://apptrkr.com/5605641
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Overview
Position title: Associate Librarian, Career Status or Potential Career Status
Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and salary point at appointment. A reasonable estimate for this position is $76,631-$92,345.
Percent time: 100%
Anticipated start: As soon as December 1, 2024. Start date is flexible.
Position duration: This is a full-time potential career appointment.
Application Window
Open date: September 5, 2024
Next review date: Thursday, Sep 26, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, Oct 25, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position Description
The University of California, Berkeley Library seeks a creative, collaborative, and user-centered Librarian to support world-class research and teaching through the management of the Library’s discovery services. The Discovery Librarian will design ways to make the Library’s discovery platform, services, and tools more accessible, inclusive, and welcoming to the campus community.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with stakeholders across the Library to ensure seamless access to the Library’s collections for all users.
Oversee configurations related to Discovery in Alma, troubleshoot issues, and identify solutions.
Develop and maintain an ongoing practice of usability testing for UC Library Search.
Integrate web accessibility best practices into user experience decisions.
Test and prioritize feature releases for UC Library Search.
Participate in the UC-Berkeley local SILS governance and steering.
Create and share Primo VE analytics reports to facilitate data-driven decisions.
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Advanced degree or enrolled in an advanced degree program.
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
Advanced degree.
Preferred qualifications
Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent international degree.
Minimum of two years of experience working in an academic research library.
Experience with library discovery platforms, such as Primo VE, Summon, etc.
Experience with integrated library systems, such as Alma, Folio, etc.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and an ability to foster an inclusive environment.
Other
This position requires participation in a mix of in-person and all-virtual meetings.
The incumbent will be required to obtain Primo VE Administrator certification within nine months of being hired.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement on Contributions to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
3-5 references (contact information only)
Job location
Berkeley, CA
To apply, visit:
https://apptrkr.com/5605641
#J-18808-Ljbffr