Digital Initiatives and Technology Librarian
University of Georgia
IT
Athens, GA, USA
USD 77k-82k / year
Posted on Jul 31, 2025
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Posting Number | F2436P |
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| Working Title | Digital Initiatives and Technology Librarian |
| Department | Law School-King Law Library |
| About the University of Georgia | Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. |
| About the College/Unit/Department | |
| College/Unit/Department website | |
| Posting Type | External |
| Retirement Plan | TRS or ORP |
| Employment Type | Employee |
| Benefits Eligibility | Benefits Eligible |
| Underutilization | |
| Advertised Salary | $77,000-$82,000, Commensurate with Experience |
| Anticipated Start Date | 10/01/2025 |
| Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) | |
| Job Posting Date | 07/30/2025 |
| Job Closing Date | |
| Open until filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three references. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. |
| Location of Vacancy | Athens Area |
| EEO Statement | The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
| USG Core Values Statement | The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. |
Position Details
Position Information
| Classification Title | Librarian AC |
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| FLSA | |
| Faculty Rank | Open Rank |
| Contract Type | Fiscal (12 mo.) |
| Tenure Status | Non-Tenure Track |
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| Position Summary | The Alexander Campbell King Law Library at the University of Georgia School of Law is excited to announce a new opportunity for a Digital Initiatives and Technology Librarian. This newly created position will play a pivotal role in managing and developing the School of Law’s institutional repository and archives. Additionally, this individual will collaborate with the Law & Technology Librarian to enhance and integrate technology into the Law Library’s instruction and services. The position reports directly to the Associate Director for Collection Services. The Digital Initiatives and Technology Librarian is responsible for the management and development of the law school institutional repository and archives, and coordinating with the Law & Technology Librarian to integrate technology into the Law Library’s offerings to the School of Law community. The position is responsible for teaching for-credit legal research courses and informal instruction. The position contributes to research services and participates in the overall operation of the Law Library. Reports to the Associate Director for Collection Services. |
| Additional Requirements |
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| Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification |
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| Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
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| Physical Demands | |
| Is this a Position of Trust? | No |
| Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No |
| Does this position require a P-Card? | No |
| Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No |
| Is driving a responsibility of this position? | No |
| Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | No |
| Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | No |
| Credit and P-Card policy | Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. |
| Background Investigation Policy | Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. |
Duties/Responsibilities
| Duties/Responsibilities | LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION
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| Percentage Of Time | 85 |
| Duties/Responsibilities | INSTRUCTION
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| Percentage Of Time | 15 |
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- List of References with Contact Information