Society of Southwest Archivists

Head, Digitization and Preservation |Texas State University (San Marcos, TX)

  • 11 Dec 2022 8:50 PM
    Message # 13022031
    Jacalyn Pearce (Administrator)
    Job Description:

    The Head of Digitization and Preservation is responsible for leading the creation, implementation, and ongoing policies, procedures, and workflows to collectively preserve the born-digital and digitized collections of the Texas State University Libraries. The person in this position will oversee operations of the Digitization Lab, provide strategic planning to expand digitization services, and operationalize processes for new media format digitization and the development of a robust digital preservation workflow. This position will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align and expand digitization and preservation efforts of the University Libraries that increase access to research and digital scholarship.

    Required Qualifications:

    • Master’s Degree in Library/Information Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association, or equivalent library science program. 
    • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and stakeholders effectively.
    • Experience with current tools, methodologies, and best practices for managing the long-term preservation of digitized and born-digital materials.
    • Knowledge of digitization workflows, standards, and best practices.

    Monthly Salary:

    $7,134.73 Commensurate with experience

    Open Until Filled — You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and list of references to your application.

    To Apply: Please visit this link

    Last modified: 13 Dec 2022 7:52 AM | Jacalyn Pearce (Administrator)

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