Digital Library & Tech Services Librarian

NEW YORK LIBRARY ASSOCIATION; Jamesville (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Technology Services Librarian at The Community Library of DeWitt & Jamesville will assist in developing and coordinating digital library resources, including ebooks, eaudiobooks, emagazines, emusic, and databases. Collaboration with the Technology and Patron Services departments will ensure high-quality digital services for patrons.

This is a part-time hourly position (20 hours per week) with some evenings and one weekend per month, paying $24.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Master's in Library Science or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Must possess or be eligible for New York State Public Librarian’s Certificate.
• 1–2 years of professional library experience, including digital collections development.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships and work as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates to maintain access and maintenance of the library's licensed digital resources, including contracts and staff support.
• Performs collection development for digital collections across all ages (ebooks, eaudiobooks, emagazines, emusic).
• Identifies and delivers patron instruction in the use of digital collections.
• Collaborates with Communications to promote digital tools and resources to patrons.
• Develops information service strategies with the Technology Department to maintain high patron satisfaction for on-site and digital resources.
• Manages unique circulating items with the Library Network & IT Systems Administrator, including hotspots and laptops.
• Develops guides and training for Library hardware, software, AV equipment, and internet tools for patrons.
• Assists in assessing current and emerging technology services and implementing effective technological responses.
• Develops and facilitates programs about makerspace and technology initiatives (3D printing, Cricut, etc.).
• Collects and reports digital resources usage statistics to Library Administration.

Skills

Public service

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Technology proficiency

Instruction/Patron training

Education

Master's in Library Science

New York State Public Librarian’s Certificate

Tools

Polaris Leap

Google Drive

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Technology Services Librarian at The Community Library of DeWitt & Jamesville will assist in developing and coordinating digital library resources, including ebooks, eaudiobooks, emagazines, emusic, and databases. Collaboration with the Technology and Patron Services departments will ensure high-quality digital services for patrons.

This is a part-time hourly position (20 hours per week) with some evenings and one weekend per month, paying $24.00 per hour.