Librarian II - Digitization Job at City of Houston in Houston

Applications Accepted From: All Persons Interested

PN# 35891

Division: Digital Strategies

Section: Digital Strategies

Location: 500 McKinney

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm* (rotating)

*Subject To Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Houston Public Library (HPL) is seeking a motivated, flexible, team-oriented person with a passion for customer service to work as a Librarian II (Digitization). Under the direction of the Digi Team Lead, the Digitization Librarian II will work within the Digitization Unit team and collaborate closely with History Research Center archivists and librarians to ensure good adherence to an established digitization project workflow as it relates to the facilitation of quality metadata for digital archival collections. The Digitization Librarian II will also support other Digital Strategies teams as needed.

The Librarian II (Digitization) duties will include:

• Partners with Digitization Unit teammates and History Research Centers to ensure a smooth digital archival collection upload and management workflow.
• Works closely with History Research Centers, especially in key areas of established project workflow, including during new project setup and review of completed projects before uploading into the content management system.
• Works on HPL-specific metadata standards and assists in the development and implementation of best practices, tools, procedures, and workflows.
• Provides support for Special Projects, including ad hoc metadata creation for HPL Digital Archival collections, including legacy Digital Archival collections.
• Uses designated software to assist with the creation of transcripts for audiovisual collections.
• Trains under a supervisor to organize and ensure safe, quality storage of digital archival materials.
• Assists Division Manager and Digi Team Lead with department-critical work that supports the Houston Public Library Digital Archives (HPLDA) online platforms and collections.
• Participates in planning and coordination of metadata enhancement and remediation to address better discoveries for library users.
• Prepares statistical and narrative reports for presentation. Participates in grant processes that involve digital archives, preparing and maintaining necessary grant and project documentation.
• Assists direct supervisor with responsibilities related to grants, Capital Improvement Plan, and other outside-funded equipment purchases made by or on behalf of the Department, including research, equipment setup, documentation, training, and maintenance of equipment.
• Actively participates in evaluations and working groups associated with digital archival platforms.
• Possess a strong working knowledge of Microsoft operating system and software. Knowledge of digital media applications and technologies, iOS, and other software as needed.
• This individual may periodically need to be available to handle emergency calls to provide after-hours assistance for critical issues.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires stooping and bending; lifting of library materials up to 20 pounds. Must be able to move freely throughout the library to file/retrieve library materials. Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Master's of Library Science degree from a school accredited by American Library Association (ALA) and one (1) year of library experience.

OR

Requires a Bachelor's degree plus 18 hours toward a Master's of Library Science degree from a school accredited by ALA and two (2) years of library experience. A Master's of Library Science degree must be completed within two (2) years from being hired into this classification.

A valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2) preferred.

• Ability to plan and organize work and skilled at prioritization.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with others.
• Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Experience using digital content management platforms such as CONTENTdm.
• Familiarity with current metadata standards and practices, including XML and Dublin Core.
• Experience with EBSCO Stacks or similar webpage editing using web-based tools.
• Experience with transcriptions software.
• Knowledge of current versions of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION:

Yes. If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 21

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-1439.

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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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