Digital Asset Mgmt Librarian, Becton Dickinson (NJ)

Becton Dickinson and Company is seeking a Digital Asset Management Librarian for its Franklin Lakes, NJ location.

Job Description

The DAM librarian manages internal company assets, provides skills in content and digital asset management (i.e. taxonomy, indexing, cataloging, archiving, metadata tagging, content management systems). As a function reporting to Creative Services, the Digital Asset Management (DAM) team strategically implements and manages the DAM tool which will house all final creative assets, including, but not limited to, graphic design elements, photography, packaging, catalog content, iconography, video, music, and content.

This role will need to work with the users of the DAM system to support their use and navigation around the solution. The DAM Librarian will be the first point of contact for the users and be responsible for working collaboratively in order to understand their working processes with respect to metadata and taxonomy. This requires working closely with the other content teams, such as CMS, Platform Marketing, Regulatory Operations, Labeling, and Publishing, to ensure consistent metadata standards are used. In addition, the DAM Librarian is responsible for managing schemas and dictionaries within the DAM system.

This position will influence the strategic set-up and business use of digital assets and unstructured content (i.e., videos, images, etc). It will help establish process / user management standards, including best practice metadata, taxonomy, permissions and workflows that span the company’s global businesses. It will lead the alignment of taxonomy across company BUs and markets. It will provide support for user accounts, training and establish / track KPIs. It will be the functional steward for "single source of the truth" by making DAM the master resource for digital assets.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Prepare a long-term plan for categorizing, indexing and archiving all content and information resources, whether they be generated in-house or derived from third-party agents
• Develop a comprehensive taxonomy for organizing information resources based on business goals and requirements from stakeholders 
• Assess, recommend, and purchase corporate library development tools as required, and track new standards and methodologies 
• Compile and maintain a detailed inventory of existing electronic and print marketing tactic resources, and identify knowledge gaps and make recommendations
• Properly select and annotate a large volume of media into the digital asset management system to facilitate retrieval and use in production
• Evaluate digital assets for archiving, research rights issues, and maintain quality control of archiving operations
• Support effective working relationships with SBUs, Corp. Marketing & Sales as well as cross-functional working relationships
• Maintain relationship with DAM vendor, specifically on technical support and training issues
• Define requirements / criteria for all final assets to be approved for the DAM and communicate to all internal and external business partners delivering final assets
• Act as the point of contact for all final assets
• Train business team members, in-house creative team and external partners on proper usage and best practices of the DAM system
• Assist in evaluating, integrating and testing with other marketing-related technologies to deliver process and productivity gains

• Partner with IT professionals to ensure system functions properly, updates are applied and tested, and new functionalities are tested and implemented
• Dedicate time to quality improvement
• Manage special operations assignments, which can include, but are not limited to, training and development, project management, and executing reporting
• Consult with key stakeholders and production teams on content usage and rights management of assets
• Assess the company’s current digital contents, specific requirements and make recommendations
• Interface with departments and management to better understand needs and best way of organizing 
• Design workflows, standards, processes and set goals that will leverage the system 
• Understand the organizational needs and develop metadata and tags to deliver quality content readily accessible and searchable for different requirements 
• Gatekeeper of a highly dynamic DAM system with a responsibility to ensure content quality and implementation of processes and workflow adjustments 
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and knowledge required

• Experienced in one or more digital asset management technologies
• Ability to design systems for tagging images and cataloging taxonomy
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud software
• Knowledge of Capture One (for photo assets)
• In-depth knowledge of file formats (print, digital, and video)
• Basic knowledge of Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
• Organizational skills to develop a successful strategy that expands future digital content discovery and delivery to the CMS 
• Basic knowledge of talent contracts and Rights Management
• Working knowledge of media usage rights terminology
• Familiarity with legal approval processes in the licensing industry
• Problem solving and research skills
• Project management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to work on multiple projects concurrently
• Excellent organizational and communication skills 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills 
• Demonstrates collaborative and professional work ethic 
• Willingness to be flexible and respond to quickly changing priorities

Education/Experience required:

• Bachelors degree required
• Master’s of Science in Library and Information Science (MSLIS) from an American Library Association accredited program with a concentration in Digital Libraries is preferred
• Minimum of four years of professional level experience; at least two of which are in a DAM Librarian role
• Experience as a digital reference librarian, an interface designer, an enhanced service provider for digital collections in libraries, or a webmaster in libraries and other organizations is a plus
• Demonstrated familiarity with metadata standards, communication standards, and classifying systems. Two years’ experience in records management and in cataloging and classifying materials preferred
• Experience with Content Management Systems (CMS)
• Strongly prefer candidates with experience in digital archives
• Knowledge of Media Beacon digital asset management system preferred
• Broad knowledge of library tools, systems, and resources in corporate organizations.
• Solid technology background, including MS Office Suite software, and familiarity with trends in delivery of electronic information

To Apply:

https://jobs.bd.com/job/franklin-lakes/digital-asset-management-librarian/159/14378491

Source: https://www.glassdoor.com/Job/digital-asset-librarian-jobs-SRCH_KO0,23.htm

Content Specialist, McKinsey & Co. (CT)

McKinsey & Co. is seeking a Content Specialist for its Stamford, CT office.


Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree and demonstrated intellectual curiosity through professional training, advanced degree or professional impact
• Demonstrated record of impact in content management or research with at least 3-5 years of professional experience, likely in consulting/ professional services, academia, or external relations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint and ability or interest to learn Tableau or other visualization tools to identify trends in our client work, track and communicate opportunities across the globe where our innovation practitioners can make impact
• Outstanding English written and oral communication skills; fluency in other languages is strongly desired
• Comfort with ambiguity and flexibility as priorities shift, in a fast-paced, client-centric environment
• Management and creation of databases and ability to quickly adapt to an organization's databases for client tracking
  

Who You'll Work With

You will work in our Stamford office, and be part of the Strategy & Corporate Finance practice. You will support and report to the global innovation content manager, and will interact directly with our global innovation colleagues including the practice leaders and knowledge experts globally.

The practice is the client introduction engine of the firm. Our fast-growing Innovation Center of Excellence (CoE) within the practice is an accelerator for our client service work in innovation. We are building new capabilities and cultivating our community of interested practitioners.

What You'll Do

You will manage our extensive innovation library, ensuring that documents are updated and accessible, and will ensure that documents, intellectual property and knowledge assets are appropriately secure.

In this role, you will directly follow-up on first alerts from the global McKinsey community and develop a curiosity and understanding of how we help clients on innovation topics. You will be responsible for gathering key content for proposals and responses to external research organizations, e.g. Forrester, Gartner, ALM. You will analyze demand for our materials and gaps we must fill as well as spot opportunities to improve processes. You will steward our knowledge resources, ,e.g., proposal documents, CEO discussion documents etc., to ensure consistency across teams and the firm.

In your day to day, you will share knowledge and documents leveraging communication tools like BOX, Slack, Trello or others as needed. You will also assist innovation teams to convert knowledge ‘from the field’ directly into usable knowledge assets via PowerPoint, videos, proposal templates.

You will coordinate with stakeholders, such as writers, camera crew, editors, external advisors, to tightly manage webcasts, podcasts and writing projects, in conjunction with the global and regional Communication and External Relations teams. You will track multiple long-term projects at various publication stages, follow potential publication paths and be aware of internal communication channels that are most effective for sharing our work.

Lastly, you will develop relationships and get to know the consultants seeking to do innovation work. You will cultivate a sense of community within the group.

To Apply:
https://tinyurl.com/y7dvycvy

F/T - Knowledge Mgmt Specialist, Candid (NYC)

Knowledge Management Specialist

Candid is looking for a full-time Knowledge Management Specialist to help manage the day-to-day operations of IssueLab, Candid's knowledge management platform. 

See the world. Make it better.

On February 1, 2019 Foundation Center and GuideStar joined forces to become Candid, a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Candid connects people who want to change the world to the resources they need to do it.

Every year, millions of nonprofits spend trillions of dollars around the world. Candid finds out where that money comes from, where it goes, and why it matters. Through research, collaboration, and training, Candid connects people who want to change the world to the resources they need to do it. Candid’s data tools on nonprofits, foundations, and grants are the most comprehensive in the world.

Candid’s vision is an ambitious one. But we know that when we make investments in our talent, it translates to more access and better knowledge for those working for social good around the world.

POSITION: Knowledge Management Specialist

REPORTING TO: Director of Knowledge Management Systems

LOCATION: Flexible, with preference given to candidates located in cities where Candid has a larger staff base (Atlanta, Cleveland, New York City, Oakland, Washington D.C., and Williamsburg, VA)

POSITION SUMMARY

IssueLab is a knowledge management platform that includes: a digital library where we collect knowledge assets that are funded and/or produced by social sector organizations; a fee-based repository hosting service where we create and maintain "Knowledge Center", "Special Collection" and "Legacy Collection" micro-sites; and, a content distribution service that uses various mechanisms to enable broad distribution of the content we collect across Candid properties and to external data partners and systems.  The Knowledge Management Specialist will oversee content and data quality, support end users and clients, help create and maintain hosted repositories, monitor for and report on technical issues across the platform, and assist with outreach and promotion of the platform.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help develop and execute a new strategic content plan that supports Candid’s mission and objectives.
• Oversee IssueLab's content approval process according to the inclusion criteria laid out in our collection policy.
• Serve as the first point of contact for end user inquiries and requests for support.
• Work with Candid's marketing and communications teams to promote the platform and content through Candid's channels.
• Add and maintain content for use in the digital library at www.issuelab.org and in hosted repositories.
• Assist with data importing projects.
• Monitor IssueLab content and platform functionality flagging any recurring data or technical problems.
• Regularly report on key performance indicators for IssueLab.
• Maintain technical and administrative documentation as needed, e.g. customer support scripts.
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• College degree strongly preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered.
• 2-4 years of experience with demonstrated success in supporting an online platform, service, or digital collection.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented self-starter who works well independently and possibly remotely, as well as in a team environment.
• Have experience, creativity, and passion for engaging users, supporting their inquiries and enhancing their user experience.
• Ability to plan and implement comprehensive online outreach programs/initiatives.
• Excellent people, communication, and writing skills.
• Working knowledge of the WordPress content management system preferred.
• Familiarity with digital publishing methods and tools, and SEO (e.g., digital object identifiers, Dublin Core vocabulary, Schema.org) a plus.
• Familiarity with structured query language (SQL) and/or Elastic Search a plus.
• Sensitivity and respect for racial, gender, sexual orientation, and cultural differences.
• Champions and represents Candid’s core values: We’re driven, direct, accessible, curious, and inclusive.
• Willingness to perform other duties and special projects as needed/requested.

Download the Knowledge Management Specialist pdf.

HOW TO APPLY

Please email your resume and cover letter to: careers@candid.org

Please put the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line. Your application will only be considered if all instructions above are met.

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Due to the high volume of applicants we typically receive, we regret that we can only contact candidates that we would like to interview.

Candid is an EO/AA/VET/DISABLED Employer.
We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and especially encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply.

Source: https://candid.org/about/work-at-candid/job-openings/2072-knowledge-management-specialist

Technical Svcs & Systems Lib, Bard Graduate Ctr (NY)

Technical Services & Systems Librarian

Reports to: Director of the Library

The Bard Graduate Center (BGC), a division of Bard College, is seeking a full-time Technical services & Systems Librarian.

The BGC offers MA and PhD programs in the study of the cultural history of the material world and is committed to the encyclopedic study of things, drawing on methodologies and approaches from art and design history, history of technology, philosophy, anthropology, and archaeology and cultural history. Founded in 1993, the BGC is located on West 86th Street in New York City.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Reporting to the Director of the Library at the Bard Graduate Center, and working closely with other library staff, the Technical Services and Systems Librarian is a full-time staff position that oversees all aspects of technical services and database systems that support library functions.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Manages the implementation, ongoing development, and maintenance of the library's discovery tools. Works across departments and collaborates with outside developers to customize tools and ensure continued development.
● Collaborates across departments to ensure metadata standards are in place for digital projects.
● Manages all aspects of technical services workflow and quality control, including database management, planning for future initiatives, proposing technological solutions and supervising cataloging staff.
● Responsible for original and copy cataloging of materials in all formats and a variety of languages.
● Works with Library Director to establish departmental policies and procedures, as well as long-range planning.
● Write and implement policies and best practices for development, management, preservation and access of physical and digital archival collections.
● Oversee and facilitate the use of archives at Bard Hall and via the digital repository
● Oversee ArchivesSpace software and LibraryHost
● Research, evaluate and implement new software for archives management and access
● Coordinates the implementation and maintenance of new library software, electronic resources and upgrades.
● Responsible for local system administration of the ILS and OPAC, OCLC, and online periodicals tools, including changing local settings and running reports.

● Collaborates with other staff members on maintaining the Library’s web presence.
● Implements and maintains online database subscriptions.
● Participates in reference services, bibliographic instruction, staff training, and collection development.
● Compiles monthly statistics for technical services, and as needed for other areas of the library.
● Coordinates tasks for campus employees.
● Acts as the liaison with Bard College librarians in regards to shared resources.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

● ALA-accredited MLS with at least 2 years of professional experience
● Thorough knowledge of cataloging principles and procedures including AACR2/RDA, USMARC formats, LCSH, authority control, and LC classification.
● In-depth experience with an integrated library system and online serials tools (Innovative Interfaces and OCLC preferred).
● Excellent database management skills, proxy server maintenance experience preferred.
● Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse community of colleagues and library users. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
● Working knowledge of 1 or more foreign languages.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

● Work experience or education in art history, decorative arts, or material culture preferred.
● Familiarity with open source library tools and their implementation.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three
references to TSSL@bgc.bard.edu . No telephone calls please.

Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.

P/T - Reference Librarian, Lewisboro Lib (NY)

Part-time Reference Librarian

The Lewisboro Library is seeking an enthusiastic, technology-savvy part-time reference librarian to join our team in South Salem, New York.

Responsibilities include:

-          Provides excellent customer service for reference and reader’s advisory.

-          Assists library patrons with using public computers, software applications, online resources and digital content services including training one-on-one and small groups.

-          Assists with collection development and cataloging of adult collection.

-          Assists with creating and running library programs.

Requirements:

-          Master’s in Library Science and New York State Public Librarian’s certificate. MLS students nearing completion of degree may apply.

-          Knowledge of Evergreen ILS, Microsoft software, library digital content apps and services.

-          Enthusiasm for working with the public in a library dedicated to its mission as the heart of the community.

-          Ability to collaborate well with a team as well as work independently.

-          Attention to detail and commitment to excellent customer service.

Salary: $23.00-$25.00 depending on experience

Schedule: Thursdays, plus two Fridays and weekends per month.

 More substitute hours may be available.

Please send resume to: Cindy Rubino, Library Director

Lewisboro Library

P.O. Box 477

15 Main Street

South Salem, New York 10590

(914) 875-9004

crubino@wlsmail.org

www.lewisborolibrary.org

Research & Policy Director, NDIA (Remote)

National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) is Hiring a Research and Policy Director!

NDIA combines grassroots community engagement with technical knowledge, research and
coalition building to advocate on behalf of people working for digital equity and to ensure all
people have access to technology in communities large and small, urban, and rural.
Now doesn’t that sound like an amazing place to work?

NDIA’s team is fully remote. We love our online collaboration tools and our flexible schedules.
Now, more than ever before, there is a broad awareness of the necessity of affordable home
internet, appropriate devices, responsive tech support and digital literacy. NDIA is raising digital
equity awareness, supporting local efforts and impacting policies.

The Research and Policy Director serves as the lead on NDIA’s policy positions and research
projects.

Responsibilities:

● Conducts statistical research and analysis to guide and support NDIA’s advocacy as well
as affiliate development.

● Learning from NDIA’s affiliates and in collaboration with affiliates and partners, conduct
and guide development of NDIA’s policy positions. Written work includes official comments
to government agencies, white papers, blog posts, and guidebooks.

● Contributes to the NDIA website and social presence by publishing blog posts and assists
with other communication tasks as requested.

● Participates in local, state, and national meetings and conferences.

● Speaks at events and on webinars.

● Works with partners and policymakers to identify how policies can be improved to support
digital inclusion work.

● Monitors and engages on federal, state, and local policies that impact digital equity and the
efforts of our affiliates.

● Speaks with media to explain on the ground digital inequities and advocate for needed
policy changes.

● Support NDIA’s national conference, Net Inclusion, by helping craft the agenda, identify
speakers and encourage participation.

● As a small team, team members support each other’s work as needed.


Logistics:


● Reports to the Executive Director.

● All NDIA staff work from home. The NDIA Research and Policy Director can be located
anywhere in the US.

● Meets virtually with the Executive Director on a regular basis.

● 40 hours a week with a flexible work schedule.

● Travel required to NDIA’s annual conference, and to other meetings, conferences, and
speaking engagements, approximately once per month, potentially more often.

● $60,000-$65,000 annual salary, based on experience.


Qualifications:

● Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information to a
variety of audiences.

● Strong data analysis experience and skills. May include work with large datasets, GIS
mapping programs, demographic studies, and similar.

● Demonstrated understanding of how to advocate for policy at the Federal, State, and/or
local levels.

● Demonstrated leadership ability and power analysis.

● Preference for field experience with digital inclusion programs or activities.

● Minimum bachelor’s degree. Preference for a master’s degree.


Submit your application here.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Questions should be directed to info@digitalinclusion.org.

Network & Technology Coordinator, Port Jefferson Lib (NY)

Network and Technology Coordinator

Effective: Immediately

Description: The successful candidate will take a leading role in all aspects of existing and emerging technologies at the Library.  We are seeking a team player who can work with our Department Managers and Staff Work Groups to develop solutions for the growing technological services and challenges confronting libraries today.

Responsibilities include:  Maintenance, administration and procurement of telecommunication services, windows and Linux servers, desktop and laptop computers, printers, routers, firewalls, phones, handheld devices, security updates and patches, software deployment, web and email services (excluding graphic design), WiFi. 

The successful candidate will be expected to participate and provide guidance and leadership in all Administration and Staff technology initiatives. This may include training and support for staff and public. 

Qualifications:  Experience in public library setting; experience with networking configuration; proficiency with Microsoft and Linux Servers; PALS Sierra software and applications; Microsoft Office and Apple OS.

This is not a Civil Service Position.  MLS is not required but will be considered with appropriate experience.     

Salary:  Salary is competitive and based on experience.

Benefits:  The Port Jefferson Free Library participates in the New York State Retirement System and the NYSHIP Health Insurance Plan.  Staff is represented by the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) and can participate in our 403(b) and 125 Cafeteria plans.   We offer generous vacation, sick and personal time.

To be considered, please respond by 6/22/20. Inquiries, cover letter, resume and three references should be emailed to: donlont@portjefflibrary.org

F/T - Lead Archivist (Winthrop Group) (NY)

LEAD ARCHIVIST - Mid-Hudson Region, New York

The Winthrop Group has an opening for a full-time Lead Archivist to assist in establishing a private archive for a family. This is a salaried one-year contract position in New York State near Dutchess County.

Key Responsibilities

  *  Survey unprocessed collection and determine record groups and series

  *  Develop and implement a prioritized work plan in accord with approved goals and objectives

  *  Arrange, process, and create a searchable finding aid for the archival collection

  *  Catalog large book collection

  *  Ensure long-term preservation of artifacts and archival resources in all formats

  *  Identify items that may be appropriate for digitization

  *  Assist Digital Archivist in managing digitization projects and ensuring all deliverables meet archival standards

Required Qualifications

  *  Minimum of 3-5 years archives experience

  *  Previous work with a range of collection formats, including paper, photographs, audiovisual material, and artifacts

  *  Excellent written and oral communications skills

  *  Ability to manage time effectively and balance multiple priorities

  *  Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently

  *  Creative problem-solving skills

  *  Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills

  *  Unwavering commitment to privacy and confidentiality

  *  Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 40 pounds

  *  Preferred Qualifications

  *  MLS/MLIS with a concentration in archives or other graduate degree with Certificate in Archival Studies or ACA certification

  *  Experience with personal papers and/or family archives

  *  Supervisory experience

  *  Background in developing content for online access

  *  Familiarity with content management and digital asset management systems

Work Environment

The Lead Archivist will work in a private home where collections are located. The individual will work with an Assistant Archivist for approximately six months of this one-year project and must be comfortable working alone much of the time.

Compensation

This salaried position offers a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, paid time off, and funding for professional development.

Contact Information

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to Kimberly Peach, kpeach@winthropgroup.comkpeach@winthropgroup.com

> with the subject line "Lead Archivist - Mid-Hudson"

Source: http://winthropgroup.com/about/page/career-opportunities