Librarian, Data & Systems — Alma & Digital Archives

University of Alabama Libraries; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is seeking a Librarian, Data & Systems in Kansas City, MO to support technology, data, metadata, and digitization practices across Library and Archives.

You will serve as the administrator for Ex Libris Alma, ensuring reliable operations, accurate data, and effective discovery. The role leads digitization efforts, develops standards, and trains staff in evolving technologies.

Qualifications

• Master’s in library/information science from an ALA‑accredited program or equivalent experience.
• Minimum three years’ experience in digital initiatives, technical services, or archives work.
• Experience administering a Library Services Platform; Ex Libris Alma preferred.
• Alma Administration Certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• Experience leading technical projects and digital workflows in cultural institutions.
• Knowledge of MARC21, Dublin Core, XML or XSLT; familiarity with data standards.

Responsibilities

• Administer Ex Libris Alma and related apps, including configuration, access, testing, and data quality.
• Collaborate with vendors and IS teams for reliable system operations.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and data extracts to support collection management and planning.
• Establish metadata standards, mappings, and quality controls.
• Coordinate metadata creation, migration, and authority control.
• Oversee in‑house digitization program for archival and museum materials.
• Define digitization workflows and QA standards; support rights management and preservation.
• Provide technical consultation, documentation, and training for staff.

Skills

Alma Admin

Metadata standards

Data reporting

Project management

Digitization workflows

Data preservation

Certification awareness

SQL

Power BI

Education

ALA‑accredited MLS

Tools

MARCEdit

XML

XSLT

Airtable

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is seeking a Librarian, Data & Systems in Kansas City, MO to support technology, data, metadata, and digitization practices across Library and Archives.

You will serve as the administrator for Ex Libris Alma, ensuring reliable operations, accurate data, and effective discovery. The role leads digitization efforts, develops standards, and trains staff in evolving technologies.