Digital Scholarship Services Library Assistant

Updated: Nov 4, 2023
Location: Irvine-Campus
Job Type:
Department: Lib/Digital Scholarship Srvcs
Job Opening ID: 61366
Reports To: Head of Digital Scholarship Services (DSS)
Working Title:Digital Scholarship Services Library Assistant
Department: Lib/Digital Scholarship Srvcs
Bargaining Unit: CX
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Payroll Job Code: 006759
Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine
Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F
Employee Class: Career
Position Summary:
At the heart of University of California, Irvine's academic community, the UCI Libraries plays a vital role in enabling our outstanding students, faculty and researchers to create new knowledge, develop lifelong learning skills, and make meaningful contributions to society. We value innovation and collaboration, and we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Libraries physical spaces consist of the Langson Library, the Science Library, the Library Gateway Study Center, and the Grunigen Medical Library.
Under the supervision of the Head of Digital Scholarship Services (DSS), the incumbent is responsible for providing research and instruction for Digital Scholarship. Responsible for providing reference support, coordinating asynchronous instruction and developing learning modules, supporting use of research infrastructure and tools; responsible for providing outreach and assessment, business workflows, and supervising student assistants.
Total Compensation:
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits .
$27.82 - $29.77 (Hourly Rate) Expected Pay Range within the Full Salary Range $27.82 - $38.04 (Hourly Rate)
Required:
Minimum of 3 years of related experience working in an academic or public library or relevant education and training. Experience with methods, tools, services related to Digital Scholarship such as open source coding, open science publishing, repository systems, data visualization, digital collections, or digital humanities. Experience providing research or consultative support on a variety of topics. Ability to listen perceptively and analyze complex problems, evaluate alternative solutions, and respond in the most effective manner. Familiarity with the research lifecycle and ability to contribute to the development of new library services to meet emerging research needs. Ability to use a personal computer word processing software, email, computer printers, and external hardware. Ability to learn new software, including spreadsheets, databases, and Web interfaces. Ability to use technology to support teaching and learning. Skills to work independently, follow through on assignments, meet deadlines, be flexible and satisfy workload priorities. Skills to consult or work on projects which are interrelated within department units or other library departments in a timely manner. Effective oral and written English language communication skills sufficient to communicate clearly and interact effectively with patrons, student employees, colleagues, and to prepare accurate and effective written materials. Strong interpersonal skills to oversee student employees and interact effectively with a wide variety of co-workers throughout the UC Irvine Libraries. Ability to establish and implement new procedures, organize, and implement special projects. Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively and to promote teamwork, diversity, equality, and inclusiveness within UCI Libraries and the campus. Ability to supervise students, including training, overseeing workflow, delegating responsibility, and evaluating performance. Ability to maintain work schedule and meet deadlines despite interruptions and distractions.
Preferred:
Working knowledge of University of California policies and procedures.
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
Background Check and Live Scan
Legal Right to work in the United States
Vaccination Policies
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Drug Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
E-Verify
Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy .
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected] .
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