Technology and Digital Strategies Librarian

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 57,200 - 65,780; Full time

Job summary

Case Western Reserve University is seeking a forward-thinking Technology & Digital Strategies Librarian to coordinate digital strategies and library technology. This role requires a Master's degree in Library Science and offers opportunities in a collaborative environment. The position ranges from Librarian 2, with a minimum salary of $57,200, to Librarian 3, with a minimum salary of $65,780, depending on qualifications and experience. Applicants must submit a CV and cover letter.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant library experience preferred for Librarian 2.
• 3–6 years of relevant library experience preferred for Librarian 3.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate library technology and digital strategies.
• Serve as library liaison to central IT department.
• Oversee work of UTech personnel supporting this position.

Skills

Collaboration

Library Technology

Digital Strategies

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science or a relevant area

Job description

Position Description

Case Western Reserve University seeks a forward-thinking and collaborative individual for the Technology & Digital Strategies Librarian position.

The Kelvin Smith Library (KSL) of Case Western Reserve University seeks an enthusiastic, innovative, and collaborative individual to serve as the Technology & Digital Strategies Librarian (TDSL). Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Creation & Curation services, the TDSL coordinates library technology and digital strategies to include the catalog and discovery systems, storage, desktop support, and related infrastructure.

The TDSL serves as a library liaison to the University’s central IT department (UTech), providing a single point of contact and overseeing the work of two UTech personnel that support this position. The TDSL works with all CWRU libraries and affiliated libraries to ensure catalog and discovery system services as needed.

The Kelvin Smith Library is deeply committed to promoting a culture of empathy, collaboration, and respect where all people are welcome, heard, empowered, and valued.

Environment

Case Western Reserve University, a member of the Association of American Universities, offers a robust learning environment for approximately 12,500 students across multiple schools and research centers.

Situated in Cleveland’s vibrant University Circle community, CWRU partners with world‑class cultural organizations such as the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Western Reserve Historical Society, the Cleveland Botanical Garden, and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.

The Kelvin Smith Library is the knowledge and creativity commons of Case Western Reserve University, supporting all patrons in research and study with nearly three million titles. KSL is home to the University Archives and Special Collections, the Kulas Music Collection, and the Freedman Center for Digital Scholarship. KSL is a member of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), OhioLINK, the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), HathiTrust, and the Center for Research Libraries. In 2019, KSL received the ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award.

Qualifications

Librarian 2 Education/Experience: Master’s degree in Library Science or a relevant area and 1–3 years of relevant library experience preferred.

Librarian 3 Education/Experience: Master’s degree in Library Science or a relevant area and 3–6 years of relevant library experience preferred.

Salary

The minimum salary for a Librarian 2 is $57,200. The minimum salary for a Librarian 3 is $65,780. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Process

The full job description and application information for each rank are available through the following links. Please submit a CV and cover letter.

Librarian 2: https://bit.ly/ksl_tdsL2

Librarian 3: https://bit.ly/ksl_tdsL3

EEO Statement

Case Western Reserve University is an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.