Job TitleLibrary SpecialistRequisition NumberRE51807Working TitleOpen Publishing SpecialistDepartment Name88000:LIBRARY ADMINISTRATIONWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level42Salary Range$17.41-27.87/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Able to lift and carry 30 pounds and sit and look at a computer screen for long periods of time.
Shift
Days (Typically Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm)
Job Summary
The Open Publishing Specialist supports the publication of open educational resources (OER) and other open materials using multiple publishing platforms, including Pressbooks and Manifold. This may include managing open publishing workflows, typesetting and layout of OER publications, reviewing content for accessibility compliance, and providing support and training for authors. This position will report to the Affordable Course Content Librarian.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Familiarity with digital publishing platforms; Knowledge of Creative Commons licensing; Experience with/interest in open educational resources; CSS and/or HTML; Graphic design; digital accessibility
Deadline to Apply10/12/2025Our University Community
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