Library Project Management Support Position
Requisition ID: 2026-10793
of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Logan
Category: Other
Position Type: Temporary Part-Time
Job Classification: Non-Benefited
College: University Libraries
Department: Library Public Services
Advertised Salary: $20/hour
Overview
USU Libraries is accepting applications for a temporary (18-month) part-time project management assistant position to support the migration of the institutional repository (IR) to a new platform.
Responsibilities
The assistant will work with a team of library staff to support the entire migration process-including stakeholder communication, metadata remediation, site design, documentation, and workflows. As a member of the project team, the assistant will participate in regular virtual meetings and telephone calls as well as asynchronous communication and file sharing.
In addition to the tasks above, the assistant may contribute to efforts to research best practices and standards to inform the development and launch of the new IR.
Qualifications
Experience with IR administration, specifically DigitalCommons, from the vendor perspective
Experience with repository infrastructure configuration and maintenance
Expertise in metadata creation and remediation and knowledge of various schemas such as Dublin Core and MARC
Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills
Reporting to the Head of Research Publishing and Impact, this is a non-benefited 18-month position for 15-25 hours per week at $20 per hour.
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
- Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
- Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
Document size may not exceed 10 MB.
Advertised Salary
$20/hour
ADA
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
Work is performed indoors in an open office environment with shared cubicle workspaces. Employees are protected from weather and contaminants but may experience occasional temperature changes. The position requires prolonged sitting, frequent computer use and repetitive hand motions (such as typing), as well as regular walking, talking, and hearing.
Disclaimer
This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.
College/Department Highlights
University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research,... For full info follow application link.
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