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Digital Access & Discovery Librarian
The University of Salford. Lead digital access, authentication, entitlements and discovery services for electronic collections .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing electronic resources and digital access, with a strong focus on improving user experience through data-driven insights and collaboration with stakeholders. Proven ability to lead teams, coordinate resources, and enhance the visibility of Open Access content.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Electronic Resources ManagementDigital Access ExpertiseService ImprovementAnalytical SkillsTeam Leadership
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Hard Skills
Authentication ServicesDiscovery ServicesOpen Access KnowledgeData AnalysisIssue Resolution
Soft Skills
Collaborative ApproachTeam DevelopmentEffective Communication
Tools & Technologies
CRM Systems
Industry Keywords
Digital AccessElectronic CollectionsService DataUser FeedbackOperational Insight
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead digital access, authentication, entitlements and discovery services for electronic collections
- Investigate complex access and discovery issues using service data, user feedback and operational insight
- Identify recurring problems and lead service improvements
- Increase the visibility and discoverability of Open Access resources
- Manage and monitor electronic resource-related enquiries within the CRM
- Use data and insights to identify trends, improve services, enhance user experience and support evidence-based decision-making
- Line manage team members within the Reading Lists and Metadata functions
- Coordinate operational resources and support colleagues in developing and delivering effective services
- Collaborate with Library Digital colleagues, publishers, suppliers and platform providers
- Support the Content Manager with wider team management and development
- Deputise for the Content Manager where required
- Keep abreast of sector developments, including emerging AI-enabled functionality
Requirements
What you’ll need- Experience and expertise in electronic resources and digital access
- Good understanding of authentication and discovery services
- Experience investigating and resolving complex access and discovery issues
- Knowledge of Open Access and approaches to improving the visibility and discoverability of open content
- Ability to lead, support and develop colleagues
- Ability to coordinate resources effectively
- Confidence working with publishers, suppliers and system providers
- Strong analytical skills
- Evidence-led approach to service improvement
- Ability to translate technical issues into clear advice for colleagues and stakeholders
- Collaborative approach
- Confidence contributing to wider team management and service development
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary
- Excellent pension scheme
- 32 days leave
- Bank holidays
- Additional time off at Christmas
- Opportunity to buy additional leave
- Flexible and agile working
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities
- Lifestyle benefits and discounts through MySalford employee portal
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted gym membership
- Continuous professional development