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Digital Library Analyst

College of Charleston: Human Resources
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Digital Library Analyst

Posting Details

POSTING INFORMATION

Internal Title

Digital Library Analyst

Position Type

Classified

Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration

Non-Faculty

Pay Band

5

Level

5

Department

Library

Job Purpose

The Digital Library Analyst plays a crucial role in supporting the operations of the Lowcountry Digital Library (LCDL) and other Library web properties and initiatives. Reporting to the Digital Services Coordinator, this position collaborates with the Digital Projects Librarian and LCDL partners to digitize, describe, and publish collections that enhance research on the Lowcountry region of South Carolina and interrelated historical sites in the Atlantic World. Utilizing strong technical skills and a commitment to continuous learning, the Analyst also works closely with the Digital Services Coordinator to maintain and support Library web properties, including Library-hosted websites, repositories, and server environments. This full-time, permanent professional staff position is a part of the Collection and Content Services team.

Minimum Requirements

A high school diploma and 2 years experience in computer system development and modification. A bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field may substitute for the required work experience. Training will be provided. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required Qualifications

  • Basic understanding of Windows and MacOS environments.
  • Basic understanding of Dublin Core or MODS metadata.
  • Working knowledge of digitization equipment.
  • Intermediate experience with Microsoft products, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams.
  • Basic knowledge of capabilities and intricacies of information systems.
  • Ability to understand and carry out basic technical instructions and requests.
  • Ability to analyze and reduce to logical order complex technical data.
  • Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
  • Ability to work effectively with users, vendors, and other IT personnel.
  • Ability to assist with identifying and resolving problems.
  • Previous experience or familiarity with content management systems, collection management systems, and/or digital asset management systems.

 


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Linux/Ubuntu server environments and their maintenance.
  • Experience with Wordpress, ResourceSpace, and/or Omeka.
  • Experience with HTTP server applications like Apache or nginx.
  • Familiarity with XML, JSON, and other data formats and markup languages.
  • Experience troubleshooting software and systems issues in Windows and MacOS environments.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

 

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Salary

*$46,782 - $65,000

Posting Date

05/07/2025

Closing Date

05/30/2025

Benefits

  • Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
  • Retirement
  • Long Term Disability
  • Paid Holidays
  • Free CARTA Bus Service
  • Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Full Benefits Package – Click Here

Open Until Filled

No

Posting Number

2025058

EEO Statement

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/16628

Job Duties

Job Duties

Activity

Digital Library Support 

  • In support of the needs of the Digital Projects Librarian, maintains and supports all Lowcountry Digital Library digitization lab equipment, coordinating with the Systems Support Manager as needed.
  • Digitizes archival materials following local and national best practices and standards.
  • Creates MODS metadata for digitized materials.
  • In coordination with the Digital Projects Librarian, reviews LCDL partner’s digital collections prior to ingestion. Performs rigorous quality control on metadata and digital file quality.
  • Assists with completed and reviewed digital collection ingestion procedures.
  • Serves as digitization lab supervision support, in the absence of the Digital Projects Librarian.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

65

 

Activity

Website and Server Support

  • Contributes to library server maintenance, including system and application updates and security.
  • Provides library application maintenance, including content management updates and issue resolution.
  • Provides intermediary or triage systems support for library staff.
  • Serve as an additional point of contact between IT and the Digital Services Coordinator for all Library systems issues.

Essential or Marginal

Essential

Percent of Time

35