Tufts University · 2 months ago
Assistant Director for Resource Management and Repository Services, Tisch Library
Medford, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$96K/yr - $145K/yr
7+ years expTufts University is seeking an experienced leader for the role of Assistant Director for Resource Management and Repository Services at Tisch Library. This role involves providing strategic vision and leadership for the division, overseeing e-resource management, and ensuring excellence in service delivery while fostering a culture of effectiveness and teamwork.
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Responsibilities
Develops strategic plans, establishes goals, and sets priorities for RMRS services
Ensures excellence in service delivery and guides the evolution of emerging services, based on assessment data and an understanding of campus needs and priorities
Engages with library and university partners who provide and support digital and open scholarship infrastructure and services
Oversees organizational effectiveness and growth of the division and encourages professional development for all RMRS staff
Provides direct supervision for the three department Heads
Maintains effective, results-driven partnerships with other Tisch departments, divisions, and Tufts libraries; Library Technology Services; and the Tufts Archival Research Center
Continues to foster the strong RMRS culture of effectiveness and efficiency, forward thinking, open communication, supportive teamwork, and trust
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an accredited institution
At least 7 years' progressively responsible experience in one or more of RMRS core areas, in a research library or research-focused organization
Experience with current and emerging issues, trends, models, workflows, and best practices in repository services; engagement with the wider community in this area
Experience with library enterprise applications such as integrated library systems, discovery systems, and electronic resource management systems
Experience working with metadata formats and standards such as MARC, Dublin Core, PREMIS, LCSH and common data formats such as XML and JSON
Contributions to the profession in areas relevant to the work of the division
Familiarity with open source software development and communities
Successful planning, project management and problem-solving experience involving stakeholders with diverse interests
Supervisory experience
Preferred
Experience with Fedora/Hyrax repository software environment
Experience with AI tools for metadata creation and management
Demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging digital preservation practices and programming or scripting languages (e.g. Python, SQL)
Proficiency with OCLC WorldCat and integrated library systems (Ex Libris Alma/Primo experience preferred)
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Tufts University
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