Code4lib is hiring: Digital Publishing Librarian in Tallahassee

Florida State University (FSU) Libraries seeks a highly motivated, innovative, and collegial librarian for the position of Digital Publishing Librarian. Duties will include managing and growing FSU Libraries? publishing program, Florida State Open Publishing, and academic web-hosting service, CreateFSU. The incumbent will collaborate closely with colleagues in the Libraries and a range of institutional partners on projects that advance FSU's strategic goals around research excellence and innovation. Situated in FSU Libraries? Office of Digital Research and Scholarship (DRS), the Digital Publishing Librarian is a key member of the DRS team, collaborating closely with the Director and other stakeholders to shape the vision of the office, set and assess goals, and provide a range of programs and services to support open and expansive digital publishing projects on campus.We encourage early-career librarians to apply.ResponsibilitiesManage and grow FSU Libraries? publishing program, Florida State Open Publishing (FSOP)Manage and grow FSU Libraries? academic web-hosting service, CreateFSULead the implementation of web accessibility action plans for FSOP and CreateFSU, in preparation for updated ADA Title II regulations coming into force in April 2026Evaluate open publishing and website hosting needs across campusProvide consulting and instruction on digital publishing and web hosting to researchers at all levelsCultivate partnerships and working relationships with other campus units, including the Editing, Writing, and Media program and various research centers and institutesEngage in appropriate professional development, continuing education, research activities, and service to the universityRequired QualificationsALA-accredited Master's Degree or equivalent experience or degree in one or more fields relevant to the positionDemonstrated understanding of current research and trends in digital publishing, including knowledge of emerging issues and technologiesDemonstrated ability to learn new technologies, including teaching oneself to use new software applications or develop familiarity with programming languagesAdaptability, including ability to adjust to changes in disciplinary trends and practices and to evolving organizational prioritiesAccountability, including taking ownership of work, proactively identifying what is needed without being asked, and following throughAbility to plan ahead, manage time, utilize available resources efficiently, and find better ways to accomplish personal and team goalsAbility to work in a collaborative, team-based environmentExcellent oral and written communication skillsStrong public-service orientationDemonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and accessibilityPreferred QualificationsKnowledge of best practices in open access scholarly publishing, including open publishing models, publishing ethics, best practices, and key technologiesKnowledge of best practices for building and maintaining websites, including information architecture and user experience, accessibility, security, SEO indexing, etc.Experience working with any of the following content management systems: Open Journal Systems, Manifold, Wordpress, Omeka, and ScalarExperience leading workshops on digital publishing, copyright, and web designApplications will be accepted until January 24th, 2025.How to applyFull job description and additional information available at: FSU Job PostingContact:Devin Soper ([email protected])
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