Posting Number

req14837

Department

Collection Services

Department Website Link

https://lib.arizona.edu/about/organization

Location

Main Campus

Address

Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The University of Arizona Libraries invites applications for a Digital Preservation Analyst to support the University of Arizona Libraries digital preservation program as part of the Digital Preservation and Production Unit. The Analyst will report to and work closely with the Digital Preservation Librarian to expand, scale, support, and oversee workflows and services for the various streams of content stewarded by the University of Arizona Libraries. The successful candidate will also work in close collaboration with stakeholders in other departments including Special Collections, Technology Strategy and Services, and Research Engagement, to ensure that the full breadth of the Libraries unique digital assets are safeguarded and stewarded according to good practices. The Digital Preservation Analyst performs a sizable portion of duties in the Libraries’ Digital Preservation Lab, which is the site of significant innovation and stewardship, deploying forensic analysis of born-digital media to ensure both preservation and access for the libraries' distinctive special collections. The Analyst processes incoming and legacy born-digital media, such as optical media (CDs/DVDs), flash drives, external/internal hard drives, floppy disks, and other dynamic digital objects in support of their preservation and access. The Analyst will also be responsible for creating and maintaining documentation of workflows, setting up hardware and testing software, performing format analysis and migration, and conducting research as needed.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES

• Performs forensic capture, imaging, and analysis of digital materials on removable media sources utilizing the BitCurator environment, and other tools.
• Works with the Digital Preservation Librarian and content stewards to prepare legacy digital content for long term storage. Utilizes the BagIt standard to prepare standardized archival packages for long term storage environments.
• Analyzes and identifies data types, file formats, and their dependencies using various hardware and software. Performs risk analyses and format migrations as needed.
• Works closely with the Digital Preservation Librarian to research, test, and integrate components of digital preservation systems, software, storage, and metadata, to iterate and mature the digital preservation program.
• Assists with coordinating the nascent web archiving program, including working with colleagues on content selection, capture, QC, preservation, and ongoing access.
• Works with the Digital Preservation Librarian and TeSS to troubleshoot hardware and software issues, as well as plan for equipment upgrades or refreshes.
• Works with Digital Preservation Librarian and Special Collections staff on strategies and processes for capturing digital accessions from donors, including putting together a mobile kit for capturing materials outside of the Library.
• Analyzes, researches, and improves workflows to ensure long-term care for born digital and digitized materials.
• Creates and updates documentation and training materials on Digital Preservation Lab processes and equipment. Participates in and provides training for both technical and non-technical colleagues on workflows and tools.
• Engages with the larger digital preservation community; keeps abreast of emerging strategies such as emulation and e-mail archiving; and works with the Digital Preservation Librarian on strategic programmatic improvements.
• The UA Libraries support the UA’s diversity and inclusiveness strategic initiatives designed to create an inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, and students. The candidate is expected to support diversity and inclusiveness efforts in the department and college.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of standards and best practices for digital preservation standards, concepts, and strategies.
• Aptitude and interest in learning new technologies and skills.
• An aptitude and interest in learning new technologies and skills.
• Knowledge of technologies and tools such as Archive-It, Browsertrix, Conifer, Brozzler, and Heritrix.
• Knowledge of national and international efforts addressing digital preservation issues.
• Excellent analytical, time management, organizational, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage projects, plan and execute workflows, track progress and meet deadlines and objectives.
• Familiarity and comfort with executing programs, tasks, and processes from the command-line.
• Familiarity with file format analysis, and file format characterization and analysis registries and tools such as PRONOM, JHOVE, and FITS.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work dependably and collegially in a cross-functional and collaborative workplace, one that values and leverages the benefits of diverse perspectives.
• Positive attitude and strong demonstration of Our Values: Collaboration, Continuous Learning, Diversity, Innovation, and Integrity.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Libraries

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$55,000 + DOE

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

7

Career Stream and Level

PC2

Job Family

Library Services

Job Function

Libraries

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

8/1/2023

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

Armando Cruz
armandocruz@arizona.edu

Open Date

5/3/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

This posting will remain open until filled. To ensure your application is considered, please submit your application materials by the first review date of May 30, 2023.

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.