University of Northern Iowa

University of Northern Iowa

Digital Stewardship Specialist - Library

Main Campus, USA · Staff+ · Contract

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About the role

  • If you are a current University of Northern Iowa employee and would like to apply for this position, login to UNI Works and type "Find Jobs" in the search bar to view and apply for open positions.
  • Full Consideration Date: 04/30/2026 Job Description: The University of Northern Iowa's Rod Library seeks applications for a Digital Stewardship Specialist to join our team in Distinctive Collections & Digital Strategies.
  • Rod Library is at the heart of the University of Northern Iowa and is home to a dynamic group of faculty and staff dedicated to student success.

Responsibilities

  • This position joins a department that works closely with the campus community and beyond to build digital collections, enhance accessibility, and provide instructional support.
  • This position is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in assessing and developing innovative ways of preserving and providing access to digital collections.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in library & information science or related field required.
  • The following materials must be attached when applying:
  • Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded.
  • Master's degree in library & information science or related field required. Experience with digital preservation/repository platforms, project management methodologies and tools, WCAG guidelines and accessibility compliance, and copyright/Creative Commons/Open Access publishing preferred. Student experience will be considered.
  • Position Details:
  • Job Category: Professional and Scientific
  • Type of Position: Regular
  • Service Schedule: Calendar Year
  • Application Instructions:
  • All application materials received by April 30, 2026, will be given full consideration. Position will remain posted until filled. To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
  • 1) Resume
  • 2) Cover Letter
  • You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.

Nice to have

  • Experience with digital preservation/repository platforms, project management methodologies and tools, WCAG guidelines and accessibility compliance, and copyright/Creative Commons/Open Access publishing preferred.

Compensation

  • $49,000 to Commensurate
  • Pay Grade: 118
  • Pay Basis: Salary
  • Our overall compensation package is enhanced by excellent benefits for eligible non-temporary positions.

Benefits

  • Our overall compensation package is enhanced by excellent benefits for eligible non-temporary positions.
  • application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at hrs-employment@uni.edu or call (319) 273-2422.

Equal opportunity

  • UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
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