Job Description

Organizational Unit
University of Victoria -> Library
Location
University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date
30 November 2025
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1.0
Salary Grade
$72,242.00 - $93,951.00
Additional Posting Information
N/A
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.
Classification
SG10
Employee Group:
PEA - Regular
# of Hires Needed
1
Category
Education, Training, and Library
About this Opportunity
The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada's best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria's diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.

The salary range for this position is:

Recruitment range: $72,242- $79,650 starting salary

determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.

Performance range: $93,951

salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases. Job Summary

Mandate:

The Digital Scholarship Specialist (DSS) supports the UVic research community with the skills and tools to create, manage, and share digital data, exhibits, and stories, thereby fostering a dynamic environment for interdisciplinary research and creative expression.

Objectives:

The DSS supports students and faculty to integrate digital storytelling and knowledge mobilization practices into their research and coursework, including providing advice on the collection, management, and sharing of research data and other digital research objects. The DSS develops and delivers customized instruction for class assignments that use library digital tools and exhibit platforms, including the creation of quality digital objects in a variety of formats including image/audio/video capture and editing.

The DSS also participates in the day-to-day operations of the UVic Libraries Digital Scholarship Commons, including staff hiring and training, and service delivery for makerspace and fabrication tools.


Job Requirements
This position requires a research-focused undergraduate degree, plus a minimum of three (3) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

Commitment to truth, reconciliation, equity, diversity, inclusion, and fostering an inclusive working and learning environment. Extensive research experience, leading projects from design through data collection, analysis, visualization, publication, and dissemination within academic environments. Strong technical proficiency with data software (PowerBI, Tableau, R Studio, NVIVO, Taguette, Open Refine), multimedia tools (Canva, Adobe Suite, iMovie, Audacity), digital exhibit platforms (Spotlight, Omeka), and web publishing/content development. Skilled in digital literacy, accessibility best practices, and effective data management and visualization. Experienced with digital media equipment, including cameras, scanners, and audio/video recording devices. Demonstrated ability to deliver instruction sessions, workshops, and one-on-one tutoring with strong communication, storytelling, and documentation skills. Proven project management, organizational, and administrative expertise, with a record of meeting deadlines and producing high-quality deliverables. Collaborative and independent worker with strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills; adept at building productive relationships across diverse partners and levels of university personnel. A research-focused advanced degree (master's or PhD) in any discipline is considered an asset.

Territory Acknowledgement:

We acknowledge and respect the L?k?????n (Songhees and X?seps?m/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the L?k?????n and WSANE? Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement:

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.


Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement:

If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

What UVic Offers:

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