This position is through PEAK Temporary Staffing Services
DSI Outreach Specialist
PEAK term\: 1 year from date of hire/Open
The University of Oklahoma Libraries seeks to recruit an Outreach Project Specialist for the Digital Strategies and Innovation Division. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Digital Strategies and Innovation, this role performs duties requiring considerable judgment and initiative to achieve specific outreach deliverables for the implementation of the OA policy and other divisional public services, including but not limited to the Digital Scholarship and Data Services department. The ideal candidate is goal-oriented and outcomes-driven with marketing and communications experience.
Responsibilities and Duties\:
• Coordinate guest speakers for outreach activities
• and expert consultants for train-the-trainer events.
• Assist in developing digital learning objects for outreach activities and workshop on the open access policy and other DSI public services.
• Partner with the OU Marketing & Communications department to develop marketing and promotional materials for the OA policy activities and other DSI public services.
• Confer with the OU Marketing & Communications department for publicizing and promoting OA and other DSI public service events.
• Coordinate OA workshops and work with librarians to participate in workshops.
• May participate in presentations to librarians and faculty on the OA policy.
• Participate in team meetings and team efforts to implement the OA policy on schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.
This position is through PEAK Temporary Staffing Services
DSI Outreach Specialist
PEAK term\: 1 year from date of hire/Open
The University of Oklahoma Libraries seeks to recruit an Outreach Project Specialist for the Digital Strategies and Innovation Division. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Digital Strategies and Innovation, this role performs duties requiring considerable judgment and initiative to achieve specific outreach deliverables for the implementation of the OA policy and other divisional public services, including but not limited to the Digital Scholarship and Data Services department. The ideal candidate is goal-oriented and outcomes-driven with marketing and communications experience.
Responsibilities and Duties\:
• Coordinate guest speakers for outreach activities
• and expert consultants for train-the-trainer events.
• Assist in developing digital learning objects for outreach activities and workshop on the open access policy and other DSI public services.
• Partner with the OU Marketing & Communications department to develop marketing and promotional materials for the OA policy activities and other DSI public services.
• Confer with the OU Marketing & Communications department for publicizing and promoting OA and other DSI public service events.
• Coordinate OA workshops and work with librarians to participate in workshops.
• May participate in presentations to librarians and faculty on the OA policy.
• Participate in team meetings and team efforts to implement the OA policy on schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.
Required\: Bachelor's degree; AND\:
12 months of academic library experience
Preferred Experience and Education\:
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science.
- Knowledge of scholarly communication concepts in academic libraries, specifically open access and copyright.
Skills\:
- · Experience building and sustaining effective interpersonal relationships.
- Experience planning, coordinating, executing outreach activities.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with end-users at varying technological skill levels.
- Excellent public speaking skills.
- Highly organized and ability to track multiple projects and deadlines.
- Demonstrated commitment to service excellence.
Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma\: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement\: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.
Required\: Bachelor's degree; AND\:
12 months of academic library experience
Preferred Experience and Education\:
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science.
- Knowledge of scholarly communication concepts in academic libraries, specifically open access and copyright.
Skills\:
- · Experience building and sustaining effective interpersonal relationships.
- Experience planning, coordinating, executing outreach activities.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with end-users at varying technological skill levels.
- Excellent public speaking skills.
- Highly organized and ability to track multiple projects and deadlines.
- Demonstrated commitment to service excellence.
Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma\: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement\: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.
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