Digital Library Specialist

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.

The University Library is committed to providing quality library and information services to support and enhance the teaching, learning, research, scholarship and creative work of the University.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

As Digital Library Specialist in the Content Discovery and Innovation team, you will provide specialist skills to ensure that library collections application software delivers a customer-focused experience. In this role, you will be responsible for the administrative configuration and Tier 2/3 customer support of Library collections application software, assist in the evaluation, testing and communication of new product features and improvements. You will participate in projects to review and redesign business processes related to the use of library collections application software. 

Library collection application software include: Integrated library management system (Alma), Discovery layer (Primo), Reading list (Talis), Institutional repository (DSpace), Archives management systems (ArchiveSpace & Vernon), Interlibrary loan and Acquisition platforms, Access and authentication (EZproxy).

This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week role, on a permanent contract. The salary range for this role is $80,900 - $99,900 per annum depending on experience and

qualifications

.For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this position description.

 

About you | He kōrero mōu

You will hava a degree and/or postgraduate qualification in information management, information science or equivalent, or the equivalent knowledge, skills and understanding gained through extensive work-related experience.

You will operate with energy and passion, demonstrate a collaborative approach to work well with others, and model best practice principles and behaviours.

 

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake

• 3 to 5 years' experience, of which 2 to 3 years working with collection applications software.
• Experience in supporting and developing library application software. 
• Experience in developing and implementing processes, systems and services. 
• Experience creating, documenting, and implementing best practices and workflows. 

 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world's most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks' annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit  Staff Benefits .

 

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 10/06/2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

Please note that we may close the advert earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

Please reach out to Jo Simons - for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

Additional Information

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