Digital Humanities Center Operations Specialist (Library Services Specialist II) - Full-time / Part-time

Digital Humanities Center Operations Specialist (Library Services Specialist II)

Job no: 496307
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Probationary, Full Time

San Diego State University has placed this recruitment on hold. The position will remain open and we will continue to accept applications. While the recruitment is on hold, we do not anticipate providing applicants with status updates. If it is determined that this position will continue in the recruitment process, the Talent Acquisition team will contact you via email regarding your next steps.

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Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Digital Humanities (DH) Librarian and Director of the , the person in this position will provide assistance for the daily operations of the Digital Humanities Center, supporting the Digital Humanities Librarian in overseeing space usage and activities. This person will maintain and coordinate the various Center calendars and ensure that the Center is appropriately staffed, including managing student assistants. The person in this position will coordinate access to multiple digital studios via DH Center request systems and track usage statistics of those studios, as well as the overall space. The person will serve as the point person for Digital Humanities events, leading the setup and breakdown of various programs and activities. This person will also liaise with the Library’s IDT staff to ensure that DH Center equipment functions appropriately, maintaining hardware and software inventories and update schedules. The person in this position will also deliver just-in-time consultation support for faculty and staff. DH@SDSU has a particular focus on equity, diversity, inclusion and social justice in the digital age. The Digital Humanities Center is the hub for these activities, supporting equity-minded digital scholarship related to research, teaching and learning.

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This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent (probationary) position. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

Education and Experience

Incumbents at this level work independently to perform more complex technical tasks in a specified functional area within a library unit and may provide functional oversight for assigned area. Work requires them to be fully proficient in all aspects, methods and procedures associated with their assigned functional area, including the ability to use judgment in interpreting policies and solving problems, and a general knowledge of overall library activities, policies and procedures. Incumbents also may be responsible for coordinating work of student workers assigned to the area and may participate in hiring, training, evaluating and payroll processing of student workers.

These qualifications for entry to Position Skill Level II normally would be obtained through the completion of a high school education or equivalent certification plus two to three years of related library and/or clerical experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Preferred Qualifications and Specialized Skills

• Experience in a media center or digital humanities center and/or experience with digital humanities scholarship and teaching
• Experience in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and minor repairs
• Experience with PC and Mac systems
• Experience at a public service desk
• Experience with common Digital Humanities online tools and/or methods
• Experience with creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for diverse students, faculty and staff

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment not expected to exceed $3,500 per month. CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,101 - $5,983 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click .

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on March 18, 2020. To receive full consideration, apply by March 17, 2020. The position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the .

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

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SDSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Meracle Cothron at 619-594-1139.

Advertised: Feb 25, 2020 (9:00 AM) Pacific Standard Time
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