Managing Digitization Activities · 95
University of Kansas
Statement of Responsibilities
University of Kansas Libraries
Effective Date: 1 January 2006
Working Title: Digital Imaging Librarian
Reports to: Assistant Dean of Libraries for Scholarly Communication
Professional Responsibilities (80-90% Activity)
Serves as the digital library program’s primary resource for imaging/multi-media
standards. Maintains awareness of national and international trends and standards in
image and compression formats and appropriate applications for various formats and
standards recommends local policies and standards.
Serves as the digital library program’s primary resource for digitization workflow.
Consults with university personnel to define efficient and effective workflow (including
quality assurance) for specific projects and production activities trains staff as needed.
Oversees the Digital Production Lab (currently located in Spencer Research Library) in
support of high-quality digitization for University projects. Maintains equipment and
recommends acquisition of new equipment to meet digital library needs. Trains and
oversees appropriate personnel in proper use of lab equipment.
Coordinates and oversees content-related aspects of assigned digital library projects,
including:
o Developing detailed scope, time frame and budget information
o Developing and coordinating project workflow scheduling of project task
assignments assuring that key milestones are met
o Coordinating project activities with key related staff as appropriate
o Monitoring quality control of project output
o Facilitating communication with project stakeholders on project progress and
issues
o Supervisory responsibility for digitization staff, as appropriate
o Coordinating appropriate assessment and outreach activities at the project’s
conclusion.
Participates in planning and prioritization for digital content development, including
selection of intellectual resources to be digitized /accessed, the strategies that will be
used to promote access to them, the means by which they will be presented, and
methods for deployment.
Contributes to development of information architecture and policy for the digital library
program, including content development, storage, preservation, delivery, and
presentation.
Participates in preparation of grant applications both as a consultant to other units and
as an initiator and primary writer.
Provides instruction to staff and users in planning, development, management or use of
digital projects.
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