Data Services Librarian

The Data Services Librarian will shape a data services program within an evolving academic library environment. This position specializes in the production, archiving, cataloging, documenting, provision, and assistance in the proper use of quantitative and qualitative information gathered through systematic methods. Reporting to the Discovery and Metadata Coordinator, this position holds a faculty appointment with rank leading to tenure. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

• Aggregate and manage library data for annual statistical reporting requirements;
• Work with the Metadata Systems Manager to ensure a high level of data quality and to implement data integrity strategies for the library’s discovery services;
• Utilize a variety of data sources and functionality (APIs, COUNTER, Google Analytics) to develop and maintain web-based dashboards, to demonstrate visualizations of innovative data analytics; 
• Lead data collection, assessment and analytics activities for the library for strategic planning in alignment with the university’s priorities;
• Document library’s use of SUSHI-based retrieval of COUNTER reports, API functionalities with PHP, and harvesting and sharing data formats like XML, JSON, and Python;
• Collaborate with librarians and other university departments to identify research data services needs on campus;
• Build partnerships within the library, with the Center for Arkansas History and Culture and the Sequoyah National Research Center, and throughout the university to provide a library-based infrastructure of research data tools and services;
• Lead the library’s data services, including the discovery, use, and management of locally created and externally available statistical data;
• Engage in scholarly, professional and service activities in accordance with institutional and faculty governance documents;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Exposure to integrated library systems (Innovative preferred), discovery layers (EDS preferred), and resource management;
• Knowledge of digital preservation and metadata considerations for data;
• Understanding of RDA, MARC21, Dublin Core, EAD, and PREMIS;
• Strong service orientation and interest in library users’ values and needs;
• Commitment and ability to work effectively with diverse populations in a collegial environment.

Master’s degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited school.

Experience in a library setting preferred.

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal and financial history background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.