Head of Technology and Digital Strategies, Kelvin Smith Library

Head of Technology and Digital Strategies, Kelvin Smith Library

Case Western Reserve University seeks a forward-thinking, inclusive, and collaborative individual forthe Head of Technology and Digital Strategies position.

POSITION DESCRIPTION. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Creation & Curation Services, the Head of Technology and Digital Strategies coordinates, develops, advises, and supports when needed all library technology and digital strategies in collaboration with the Kelvin Smith Library leadership team. Systems include the library services platform and infrastructure for resource preservation and access. The librarian is also responsible for oversight of desktop support and other technology equipment and resource needs. The Head of Technology and Digital Strategies serves as the primary contact and collaborator with the University’s central IT department (UTech) to ensure efficient and effective technology support across all aspects of the library's strategic initiatives and operations. This position will work collaboratively with all library teams and play a leadership role in library-wide planning and decision-making as a member of the KSL Leadership Team. Expectations for Leadership Team members are outlined in the team charter.

ENVIRONMENT. Consistently ranked as one of the country’s leading private research institutions, Case Western Reserve University is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) that offers a robust learning environment for approximately 6,500 undergraduate and 6,000 graduate and professional students. Students enroll in the schools of dental medicine, engineering, management, medicine, law, nursing, and social work and the College of Arts and Sciences. Students can further engage with 100 interdisciplinary academic and research centers and institutes, all within an academic culture that promotes and values innovation of all kinds. Situated in Cleveland’s vibrant University Circle cultural community, CWRU is an integral partner with world-class cultural organizations such as the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Western Reserve Historical Society, the Cleveland Botanical Garden, and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. The Kelvin Smith Library is the knowledge and creativity commons of Case Western Reserve University and part of a library system with over three million titles in print and digital formats. KSL is home to the University Archives and Special Collections and manuscripts consisting of over 17,000 linear feet, the Kulas Music Collection, and the Freedman Center for Digital Scholarship which advances research by partnering with scholars and students to explore and develop new forms of scholarship. KSL is a member of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), OhioLINK, the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), HathiTrust, and the Center for Research Libraries. In 2019, KSL was the recipient of the ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award. KSL affiliate libraries include the Cleveland Institute of Art Library, the Cleveland Institute of Music Robinson Music Library, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Library, and a cooperative relationship with the Western Reserve Historical Society Research Library.

QUALIFICATIONS. Education/Licensing: Master's degree in Library/Information Science or an advanced degree in a relevant discipline plus 6 years of library experience. Experience: The Head of Technology and Digital Strategies must have sufficient library experience and expertise in library leadership, management, and the work of a team/unit/department to serve as a supervisor, advisor, and mentor.

SALARY. This position is a L3 with a minimum of $65,780. The salary will be offered to commensurate with qualifications and experience.

APPLICATION PROCESS. The full job description and application information are available at Job ID 13890. Please submit a resume and cover letter.

EEO STATEMENT. Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Published: Thursday, August 21, 2025 02:54 UTC

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Case Western Reserve University seeks a forward-thinking, inclusive, and collaborative individual forthe Head of Technology and Digital Strategies position.

POSITION DESCRIPTION. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Creation & Curation Services, the Head of Technology and Digital Strategies coordinates, develops, advises, and supports when needed all library technology and digital strategies in collaboration with the Kelvin Smith Library leadership team. Systems include the library services platform and infrastructure for resource preservation and access. The librarian is also responsible for oversight of desktop support and other technology equipment and resource needs. The Head of Technology and Digital Strategies serves as the primary contact and collaborator with the University’s central IT department (UTech) to ensure efficient and effective technology support across all aspects of the library's strategic initiatives and operations. This position will work collaboratively with all library teams and play a leadership role in library-wide planning and decision-making as a member of the KSL Leadership Team. Expectations for Leadership Team members are outlined in the team charter.

ENVIRONMENT. Consistently ranked as one of the country’s leading private research institutions, Case Western Reserve University is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) that offers a robust learning environment for approximately 6,500 undergraduate and 6,000 graduate and professional students. Students enroll in the schools of dental medicine, engineering, management, medicine, law, nursing, and social work and the College of Arts and Sciences. Students can further engage with 100 interdisciplinary academic and research centers and institutes, all within an academic culture that promotes and values innovation of all kinds. Situated in Cleveland’s vibrant University Circle cultural community, CWRU is an integral partner with world-class cultural organizations such as the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Western Reserve Historical Society, the Cleveland Botanical Garden, and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. The Kelvin Smith Library is the knowledge and creativity commons of Case Western Reserve University and part of a library system with over three million titles in print and digital formats. KSL is home to the University Archives and Special Collections and manuscripts consisting of over 17,000 linear feet, the Kulas Music Collection, and the Freedman Center for Digital Scholarship which advances research by partnering with scholars and students to explore and develop new forms of scholarship. KSL is a member of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), OhioLINK, the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), HathiTrust, and the Center for Research Libraries. In 2019, KSL was the recipient of the ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award. KSL affiliate libraries include the Cleveland Institute of Art Library, the Cleveland Institute of Music Robinson Music Library, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Library, and a cooperative relationship with the Western Reserve Historical Society Research Library.

QUALIFICATIONS. Education/Licensing: Master's degree in Library/Information Science or an advanced degree in a relevant discipline plus 6 years of library experience. Experience: The Head of Technology and Digital Strategies must have sufficient library experience and expertise in library leadership, management, and the work of a team/unit/department to serve as a supervisor, advisor, and mentor.

SALARY. This position is a L3 with a minimum of $65,780. The salary will be offered to commensurate with qualifications and experience.

APPLICATION PROCESS. The full job description and application information are available at Job ID 13890. Please submit a resume and cover letter.

EEO STATEMENT. Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

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