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Position Details
University of Colorado | Denver
Faculty Level/Title: Instructor
Working Title: Digital Initiatives Librarian
FTE: Full-time 1.0 FTE | Hybrid 
Salary Range: $60,000 – 65,000
Position #00001655– Requisition #38107

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Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers*
The Digital Initiatives Librarian implements the strategic vision of the Auraria Library’s digitization initiatives and institutional repository. By partnering with faculty, researchers, and students, they advance open scholarship and provide the guidance needed to successfully engage with the changing landscape of digital publishing and academic dissemination. This includes participating in the selection and project management of digitization projects, the creation of digital collections in the digital library software, ingensting new content and maintaining the institutional repository, defining and creating metadata workflows to enhance the collections’ discoverability, managing the software storing and displaying the digital objects, and supervising the library’s digitization lab. 

As a library faculty member, the Digital Initiatives Librarian participates on Library and campus-wide committees and in CU Denver faculty governance.

Digital Initiatives Librarian 

What you will do:
Duties include, but are not limited to:

• The creation of digital objects from items selected to be added to the digital collection.
• Communication with stakeholders about the solicitation of new and the creation of access to local digital collections.
• Management of the hardware and software used to create, provide access to, and preserve digital objects.
• Management of the library’s institutional repository and the preservation of the three institution’s scholarly and student work.
• Serve as a trusted resource and collaborator on copyright around local library digital collections and the institutional repository, applying knowledge on current and emerging practices in the creation of digital objects.
• Coordinates the access and storage of electronic theses and dissertations.
• Performs the preservation of digital objects.
• Creates the digital infrastructure to create and provide access to local open-access journals.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Master’s degree in library and/or information science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited or equivalent accrediting body program at time of hire.
• Experience working with/in the digital collections of archives, special collections, museum, cultural heritage organization.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

• One (1) or more years of experience in a library, archive, museum, or cultural heritage institution.
• Familiarity with digital asset management systems and tools for creating, preserving, and accessing digital content.
• Experience working with audiovisual materials and related technologies.
• Skills in photo or document editing software.
• Knowledge of metadata, data organization, and spreadsheet tools.
• Understanding of open access, copyright and intellectual property issues related to digital scholarship.
• Experience with institutional repository workflows.
• Awareness of digital preservation practices.
• Familiarity with critical archival theory or pedagogy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to organize workflows and manage projects aligned with strategic goals.
• Ability to supervise staff or peers in digital collections work.
• Strong project and time management skills; able to meet multiple deadlines.
• Ability to engage with external stakeholders, including donors.
• Familiarity with technologies supporting digital library initiatives.
• Knowledge of software/hardware integration for library departmental systems.
• Excellent communication skills, in written and oral communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Awareness of trends in academic libraries and higher education.
• Ability to write, interpret, and apply policies and procedures effectively.
• Commitment to innovative, inclusive service for a diverse patron base.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Conditions of Employment

• Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required.
• This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.

Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Prolonged periods of computer use and desk work.
• Manual dexterity for operating office and digitization equipment.
• Occasional lifting or moving of materials up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to navigate library spaces, including storage and lab areas.
• Visual acuity for reviewing digital and printed materials.
• Attention to detail and capacity to learn new technologies and systems.
• Work is primarily performed in a climate-controlled office or library setting.
• Occasional exposure to dust or older materials during digitization or archival work.
• May require occasional travel between campus departments or to external meetings/events.
• Use of specialized equipment (e.g., scanners, audiovisual digitization tools) in designated lab spaces.
• Regular use of computers and digital systems in a shared workspace or open office environment.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu. 

Employment Sponsorship
Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $60,000 - $65,000.     
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
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Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, and interviews begin. Preference will be given to complete applications received by Dec 1, 2025, 11:59:00 PM. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Required Application Materials:
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae / Resume outlining experience(s).
• Three professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address. (We will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references).

Questions should be directed to Kali Draper, kali.draper@ucdenver.edu. 

Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach: A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position. Curriculum vitae / Resume outlining experience(s). Three professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address. (We will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references).
 
Questions should be directed to Kali Draper, kali.draper@ucdenver.edu.
 
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References
 
Application Materials Instructions: Application Deadline Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, and interviews begin. Preference will be given to complete applications received by Dec 1, 2025, 11:59:00 PM. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
 
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Denver
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 30124 - LIB LIBRARY
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Oct 24, 2025
Unposting Date: Dec 1, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
Posting Contact Name: Kali Draper
Posting Contact Email: kali.draper@ucdenver.edu.
Position Number: 00001655