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University of Pittsburgh Library Publishing Specialist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Library Publishing Specialist
This position is based in the University Library System's Digital Scholarship Services unit and is responsible for supporting the operations of the library's publishing services, which currently consist mainly of the following and which are expected to evolve. The library maintains an Open Access journal publishing service utilizing the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform, as well as a user-created digital collections and exhibit service, using the Omeka.net platform. This position supports the library's publishing clients on the editorial operations of publishing services, contributes to efficient internal service operations, conducts training and outreach in support of current and future endeavors in library publishing, and creates and maintains service documentation and records. The position reports to the Scholarly Publishing Librarian.
The position requires excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal, and highly effective problem-solving skills. The position also requires the ability to learn, teach, and stay current with the features and workflows of the publishing platforms in use. Relevant experience in documentation, training, document workflow management, and/or scholarly publishing is preferred.
As a member of the ULS team, the Library Specialist is expected to recognize, respect, and work effectively with diverse individuals and groups in all aspects of their work, and to proactively maintain a work environment that fosters equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
Job Summary
Supports the library by providing trainings and outreach that correlate to overall plans and strategies. Assists with various library programs and initiatives across functions of administration, planning, development, and evaluation.
Essential Functions
Essential functions include providing user training, consulting, problem-solving and documentation for a variety of software types and services. Incumbent must be capable of computer-human interaction, and must be able to communicate effectively through the written and spoken word. Incumbent must be able to speak in front of groups of people.
Physical Effort
Position is not physically demanding, however, the incumbent may be expected to operate the computer mouse, keyboard and monitor for long periods of time (up to 4 hours).
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Library Program Assistant Job Family: Library Job Sub Family: Library Operations Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Hiring Range: $16.50 to $20.63 per hour Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable Required ocuments: Resume, Cover Letter Optional Documents: Not Applicable PI244568013