Head of Digital Initiatives
This position is responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance, and advancement of
the Law Library’s digital collections. Reporting to the Associate Director for Resource Management and
Technology at the Georgetown University Law Library, the Head of Digital Initiatives leads a cohesive
digitization program and works to implement an effective and achievable strategy to ensure long-term
protection and access to Georgetown University Law Library’s digital assets.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (or equivalent)
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Six to ten years of library experience (including supervisory experience)
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Experience with standard digitization workflows, including the use of large-scale scanning equipment, image editing software, and inventory control procedures
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Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners to design and implement long-term digitization projects
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Demonstrated ability to solve technical problems, implement new equipment and software, and apply technical standards for digitization
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Experience using digital imaging and post-processing software, such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Bridge
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Experience with institutional repository systems, including storing, organizing, securing, and sharing digital assets
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Knowledge of one or more metadata standards appropriate for describing digital materials, such as Dublin Core, MARC, MODS, or METS.
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Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
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Familiarity with XML/XSLT
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Experience in working with data from an Integrated Library System
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Experience in an academic library in a university setting
Job Posting - Head of Digital Initiatives
The Georgetown Law Library is looking for qualified candidates to apply for the Head of Digital
Initiatives.
This position is responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance, and advancement of
the Law Library’s digital collections. Reporting to the Associate Director for Resource Management and
Technology at the Georgetown University Law Library, the Head of Digital Initiatives leads a cohesive
digitization program and works to implement an effective and achievable strategy to ensure long-term
protection and access to Georgetown University Law Library’s digital assets.
The Digital Initiatives department is responsible for production digitization of Law Library materials and
making them available through a number of digital repositories. The department includes two full-time
staff and a team of 4-6 student assistants. Responsible for the operations of the department, this
position delegates tasks, provides general oversight and direction for the daily work of the department,
and monitors the physical space to ensure safety and an appropriate work environment. The incumbent
sets the goals and priorities for the department, develops and maintains the policies and procedures to
meet those goals, and provides opportunities for training and development of the staff in the
department. This position represents the department’s work and interests in communications with
peers, collaborators, and vendors both internal and external to Georgetown, and participates in
strategic planning and decision-making with respect to major purchases and new initiatives.
Application review begins May 12th, 2025. View the full posting and apply here: JR21387 - Head of
Digital Initiatives
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving
a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including
pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
More information about working at the Georgetown Law Library can be found at:
https://www.law.georgetown.edu/library/about/employment/
