Position Title: Audiovisual Preservation Librarian Job Group: Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree Preferred Qualifications: Experience with digital and analog audiovisual and film formats, technologies, and standards and best practices for preservation, storage, digitization, playback, and access
Previous experience handling and transferring archival film, sound and video recordings, and working with third party vendors
Ability to operate and perform basic troubleshooting for a variety of AV and film playback and scanning equipment
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as effectively in a collaborative team environment and manage projects
Demonstrated commitment to creating a welcoming environment and contributing to a collaborative working and learning environment. Job Description: Summary The Audiovisual Preservation Librarian supports the library in maintaining long-term access to unique and rare sound recordings and moving image collections. As a member of the Preservation department, they work closely with other members in support of the mission and vision of the division: to provide long-term access to evolving collections and collaborate in the creation of new knowledge.
The Audiovisual Preservation Librarian is primarily responsible for maintaining and caring for the Special Collections & University Archives audiovisual collections and digital conversion of AV and film materials. In cooperation with SCUA and Preservation staff, the Audiovisual Preservation Librarian is instrumental in establishing preservation and digitization priorities for the collection. They work with vendors and manage digital conversion projects, provide recommendations for preservation storage for both analog and digital masters, and assist in incorporating AV materials into the library's digital collections. The AV Preservation Librarian manages equipment to facilitate reformatting and playback of analog AV collections.
This position will be providing preservation care, handling and converting AV materials to digital formats, and recommending digital preservation and storage practices. This position requires interacting effectively with library staff and the university community and working collaboratively in a team-based environment. This position will perform physical activities associated with preservation environments, including regular lifting of up to 40 lbs. and moving loaded book trucks weighing up to 300 lbs. This position also responds to disaster salvage of library materials and will be an active member in fulfilling the land-grant mission of the university by participating in state-level disaster response as needed.
To this end, the library is committed to supporting all librarians through mentoring, training, and professional development opportunities to foster success and growth in their work. The AV Preservation Librarian will be supported in the pursuit of continued learning relevant to their position and encouraged to share their skills with their colleagues at ISU and beyond.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
This position requires the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and move loaded book trucks weighing up to 300 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.
Level Guidelines
• Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision
• Grasps professional-level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode
• Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope
• Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained
• Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate
• May lead projects of limited scope and complexity
• May provide guidance to students
Appointment Type: Regular Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period Time Type: Full time Pay Grade: PS807 Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email or call or Toll Free: . Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager. Original Posting Date: May 3, 2024 Posting Close Date: May 16, 2024 Job Requisition Number: R14641 About Iowa State University
Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution.Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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