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Discovery Librarian

2 months ago

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Job Summary

The University of California, Berkeley Library seeks a highly skilled and experienced Discovery Librarian to join our team. As a key member of our Library IT Division, you will be responsible for designing and implementing user-centered discovery services that meet the evolving needs of our campus community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with stakeholders across the Library to ensure seamless access to our collections and services
  • Develop and maintain an ongoing practice of usability testing with user populations to inform user interface enhancements
  • Integrate web accessibility best practices into user experience decisions and perform regular reviews to ensure compliance with ADA and WCAG requirements
  • Test and prioritize feature releases for our discovery platform, incorporating subject matter experts when applicable
  • Identify opportunities to ingest and provide access to collections in discovery, using protocols such as OAI harvesting and discovery import profiles
  • Participate in the UC-Berkeley local SILS governance and steering, including the Alma/Primo VE Coordination Team (APriCoT)
  • Facilitate and convene the UC Berkeley Library Discovery Working Group (DWG) and represent UC Berkeley Library in the UC-wide Systemwide Integrated Library System (SILS) Discovery Operations Subteam

Requirements

  • Advanced degree or enrolled in an advanced degree program
  • Minimum of two years of experience working in an academic research library
  • Experience with one or more library discovery platforms, such as Primo VE, Summon, EBSCO Discovery Service, WorldCat Discovery, etc.
  • Experience with or knowledge of integrated library systems, such as Millennium, Sierra, Alma, Folio, TIND ILS, Koha, WorldShare, etc.
  • Ability to work effectively in a matrix-based and shared decision-making environment
  • Knowledge of the developing trends in library discovery platforms
  • Experience with usability and/or user experience testing
  • Ability to distill and communicate technical concepts to non-technical staff
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated commitment to continued personal and professional development
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity and an ability to demonstrate an understanding that diverse perspectives and differences in background, cultures, values, and viewpoints are the foundation for an inclusive environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent international degree