Posting Details
Posting Details
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Institution
South Dakota State University
Working Title
Digital Initiatives Coordinator
Posting Number
NFE03197P
Department
SDSU-Library
Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings
Posting Text
The Digital Initiatives Coordinator plays a key role in expanding access to unique materials in the SDSU Archives and Special Collections. This role oversees digitization projects and digital preservation activities and supports records management initiatives. The coordinator will also have opportunities to explore emerging practices that enhance discovery, preservation, and use of digital collections. This position is located in Brookings , South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position. Occasional nights and weekends may be required.
As part of the Hilton M. Briggs Library, the SDSU Archives and Special Collections preserves and provides access to more than 11,000 linear feet of archival collections and rare books that document the history, culture, and life of the university and region. Through its collections and services, the archives fosters research, learning, and connections with the university and broader community.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
The Digital Initiatives Coordinator provides leadership for the development, growth, preservation, and security of the Hilton M. Briggs Library digital collections and records management to support the South Dakota State University community, scholars, and researchers. The coordinator also provides reference services for Archives and Special Collections.
BENEFITS :
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at [contact details available in the full listing] if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
Posting Date
09/11/2026
Closing Date
10/02/2026
Open Until Filled
No
First Consideration Date
Advertised Salary
The salary range for the Digital Initiatives Coordinator is commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $47,000.
Duration of the Term
12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
Typically 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. although some evenings and weekends may arise. Some travel may also be assigned.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Faculty Status
No
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires
Travel, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License
If other, please indicate
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [contact details available in the full listing] . Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [contact details available in the full listing].
Contact Information
For questions on the position, contact Michele Christian, at [contact details available in the full listing].
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.
Analyzing, Comprehend, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Pace-average, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Protective Clothing/Equipment
Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.
If other protection is used please identify
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position
Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Lifting heavy, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Squatting, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating), Climbing Ladders
Describe any of the conditions selected
This position works with physical and digital collections requiring lifting and use of hands.
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Color Vision, Depth Perception, Hearing, Near Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.
Exposure to Dust, Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Work in narrow aisles/passageways, Work Overhead
Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
Work includes library stacks and storage areas.
Exposure to mold.
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.
Office Environment, Other Environment (Please explain below)
If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
Library and archival storage
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Logo
Institution
South Dakota State University
Working Title
Digital Initiatives Coordinator
Posting Number
NFE03197P
Department
SDSU-Library
Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings
Posting Text
The Digital Initiatives Coordinator plays a key role in expanding access to unique materials in the SDSU Archives and Special Collections. This role oversees digitization projects and digital preservation activities and supports records management initiatives. The coordinator will also have opportunities to explore emerging practices that enhance discovery, preservation, and use of digital collections. This position is located in Brookings , South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position. Occasional nights and weekends may be required.
As part of the Hilton M. Briggs Library, the SDSU Archives and Special Collections preserves and provides access to more than 11,000 linear feet of archival collections and rare books that document the history, culture, and life of the university and region. Through its collections and services, the archives fosters research, learning, and connections with the university and broader community.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
The Digital Initiatives Coordinator provides leadership for the development, growth, preservation, and security of the Hilton M. Briggs Library digital collections and records management to support the South Dakota State University community, scholars, and researchers. The coordinator also provides reference services for Archives and Special Collections.
BENEFITS :
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- A Bachelor’s degree completed by date of application;
- At least one year of related experience working in archives or other cultural heritage settings;
- Knowledge of current trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in digital library initiatives, archives, and special collections;
- Knowledge of current metadata schemas and standards, such as Dublin Core, and digital content management systems;
- Knowledge of current digital preservation practices, workflows, and tools;
- Experience with digital file management in multiple formats;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively;
- Previous customer service experience; and
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, climb ladders, reach overhead, bend, push fully-loaded carts of books and boxes weighing over 100 pounds, and work in an environment with dust and mold.
- ALA -accredited Master’s degree in Library or Information Science with a concentration in archival studies;
- Academic library employment;
- Supervision experience;
- Experience processing archival collections following archival standards and best practices;
- Experience with the creation and management of digitization and metadata projects following best practices and standards;
- Experience with archival management systems, such as Access to Memory, ArchivesSpace, CONTENTdm, and Omeka;
- Experience coding in XML, Python, or other scripting languages;
- Experience with website management systems;
- Experience with audiovisual analog-to-digital conversion; and
- Experience with digital archives management and preservation.
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at [contact details available in the full listing] if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
Posting Date
09/11/2026
Closing Date
10/02/2026
Open Until Filled
No
First Consideration Date
Advertised Salary
The salary range for the Digital Initiatives Coordinator is commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $47,000.
Duration of the Term
12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
Typically 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. although some evenings and weekends may arise. Some travel may also be assigned.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Faculty Status
No
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires
Travel, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License
If other, please indicate
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [contact details available in the full listing] . Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [contact details available in the full listing].
Contact Information
For questions on the position, contact Michele Christian, at [contact details available in the full listing].
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.
Analyzing, Comprehend, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Pace-average, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Protective Clothing/Equipment
Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.
If other protection is used please identify
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position
Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Lifting heavy, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Squatting, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating), Climbing Ladders
Describe any of the conditions selected
This position works with physical and digital collections requiring lifting and use of hands.
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Color Vision, Depth Perception, Hearing, Near Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.
Exposure to Dust, Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Work in narrow aisles/passageways, Work Overhead
Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
Work includes library stacks and storage areas.
Exposure to mold.
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.
Office Environment, Other Environment (Please explain below)
If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
Library and archival storage
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Where did you hear about this position?
- SDBOR Employment Site
- South Dakota Department of Labor
- Employee Referral
- Department Announcement / Inside State
- Handshake
- Job Board (Indeed, Monster, ZipRecruiter) - Please specify
- Industry Conference
- Search Engine - Please specify
- Employment Agency - Please specify
- Newspaper - Please specify
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) - Please specify
- Radio - Please specify
- APLU
- List Servs - Please specify
- Alumni
- Other - Please specify
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Reference List
