The Digital Scholarship Coordinator supports digital scholarship activities and library spaces and is engaged in the work of programming, space planning, and outreach. Reporting to the Director of Digital Scholarship the position also closely collaborates with colleagues in Access Services, Communications, and other parts of the library. The position manages the day-to-day operations of the Digital Humanities Center and Butler Studio and works with the team to coordinate the logistics of Digital Scholarship (DS) activities such as Foundations for Research Computing, Open Access Week, open workshops, and other events.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Digital Humanities Center (DHC),  Butler studio, and digital scholarship programs, including calendars of events and meetings, updating hours, and general upkeep of technology, software, and space.
• Hire, manage, and supervise interns, students, and consultants for Digital Scholarship.
• Collaborate with the Digital Scholarship team and campus partners to coordinate workshops and events across several locations.
• Work with the Communications team to promote events and programming to the University community (and beyond) using the Library's website, calendars, newsletters, etc. Manage schedules for various events, workshops, hackathons, and talks utilizing and updating in Bedework calendar events system. Work with the DS, Web Services, and Communications teams to update and maintain web content.
• Ensure functional support is provided for workshops, instruction, and learning communities, which may include space reservation, catering, facilities appointments, etc.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Access Services to ensure all aspects of user experience, space management, and planning are aligned with client expectations.
• Assist with special projects or other activities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years' relevant experience.
• Prior experience with supervising and/or mentoring undergraduate students.
• Ability to organize, multi-task, coordinate, and support program logistics.
• Proficiency in with general web development and support (HTML, CSS, Drupal, WordPress).
• Experience working in public-facing service points or customer service experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in an academic library setting.
• Familiarity with Microsoft tools, Google Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and Canva

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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