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Library Digitization Assistant Jobs in Union, NJ

Panha Solutions

IT Specialist- Mid level

Jamaica, NY · On-site

... Library System administrator of the Library's Digital Asset Management System o System ... Assist in data migration, ensuring accuracy and completeness of asset transfers. o Establish ...

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How much do library digitization assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for library digitization assistant in Union, NJ is $19.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.43 and $21.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a library digitization assistant?

Library Digitization Assistants are staff members who help convert physical library materials, such as books, manuscripts, photographs, and other documents, into digital formats. Their duties often include scanning items, processing digital files, entering metadata, and ensuring quality control of digitized materials. They work closely with librarians and archivists to preserve valuable resources and make them more accessible to users online. This role is essential to modern libraries, as it helps expand access to collections and supports long-term preservation efforts.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a library digitization assistant?

To thrive as a Library Digitization Assistant, you typically need attention to detail, basic library science knowledge, and experience with handling archival materials, often supported by a relevant degree or coursework. Familiarity with digital imaging equipment, content management systems, and metadata standards like Dublin Core is important, as well as experience using scanners and image editing software. Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and effective communication help you manage projects and collaborate with library staff. These skills and qualities are essential to ensure the preservation, accessibility, and accurate representation of library collections in digital formats.

What challenges do library digitization assistants face when handling fragile or rare materials?

Library Digitization Assistants often work with delicate and rare items, which requires meticulous handling to prevent damage. Common challenges include ensuring the preservation of materials during scanning, managing varying sizes and formats, and adapting to the specific handling protocols for each item. Collaborating closely with archivists and conservators is essential to maintain the integrity of the originals while achieving high-quality digital reproductions. Staying updated on best practices and using specialized equipment helps mitigate risks and ensures successful digitization.

What is the difference between Library Digitization Assistant vs Library Archivist?

AspectLibrary Digitization AssistantLibrary Archivist
CredentialsRelevant library or information science degree, technical skillsMaster's degree in library science or archival studies, specialized certifications
Work EnvironmentLibraries, digitization labs, technical settingsArchives, special collections, museums
Employer & IndustryPublic, academic, or special libraries involved in digitization projectsArchives, historical institutions, museums managing collections
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in digitization projects, entry-level tasksManaging archival collections, preservation, and access

The Library Digitization Assistant primarily supports digitization projects by handling scanning, metadata entry, and technical tasks within library settings. In contrast, the Library Archivist manages archival collections, preservation, and access, often requiring advanced degrees and specialized knowledge. Both roles are essential in library and archival environments but differ in scope, responsibilities, and required qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Library Digitization Assistant job openings in Union, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,598 per year, or $19 per hour.

Digital Asset Management (DAM) Specialist

Donato Technologies, Inc

Jamaica, NY • On-site

Contractor

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Role: Digital Asset Management (DAM) Specialist
Location: Jamaica, New York
Duration: 18 Months
 
 
Description 
A Digital Asset Management (DAM) Specialist to assist with planning, system configuration, implementation, and migration of our digital collection from a legacy system to a new digital asset management system, Recollect, working closely with the vendor, Metadata Services, and ITD.
Duties 
  • System administrator of the Library’s Digital Asset Management System
  • System configuration such as, creating and modifying user roles and permissions, metadata schemas and fields, content organization (folders, tags, categories).
  • Troubleshoot technical issues or escalate problems and work with the appropriate technology team and the vendor to provide solutions.
  • Initiate change control for all required work and informs all stakeholders of upcoming changes.
  • Provide training as needed.
  • Prepares work plans for installations & upgrades.
  • Coordinate with IT, stakeholders, and the Vendor to ensure system are fully tested in a satisfactory manner using scripts and regression testing methods.
  • Serves as technical support contact for emergency issues, where customer service is impaired.
  • Ensures the software is properly functioning in production at all times.
  • Maintain documentation of system configurations, workflows, and user guides.
  • Act as site administrator for front end user experience.
  • Coordinate the implementation and migration of digital assets to the new DAMS
  • Schedule project meetings with all stake holders and the vendor.
  • Document project details and status updates.
  • Assist in data migration, ensuring accuracy and completeness of asset transfers.
  • Establish criteria for user acceptance.
  • Work with the vendor, teams and the stake holders to implement processes for digital asset ingestion, organization, and retrieval.
  • Provide training as needed.
  • Manage a running list of system issues and enhancements for the digital asset management system
  • Conduct testing through the project.
Mandatory Requirements 
  • Experience (8+ Years)
  • Works in the field of Information Technology, experienced in the usage and support of a collection of development platforms, technical architectures or business applications and products that run on those platforms - beyond that of a Programmer.
Requirements 
  • This is an 100% Onsite
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 36 months of experience working with content management or digital asset management systems (Recollect, CONTENTdm, Islandora, PastPerfect, etc). Experience must include administration, implemention, maintenance, and familiarity with metadata standards and digital asset lifecycle management.
  • 36 months experience as a system administrator. Experience must include: system configuration, creation of user roles and permissions, metadata schemas and fields, content organization, and abitly to serve as technical support contact when issues arise.
  • 24 months experience coordinating complex data migration projects. Experience must include collaborating between IT, stakeholders, and vendors, documentation of project details, and establishing criteria for user acceptance.
  • 24 months experience as a site administrator for front end user experience. Such as editing the header and footer, as well as the homepage through the customization of widgets.
  • 12 months of experience with support and maintenance, including training, documentation, and troubleshooting. Experience must include documentation of system configurations, workflows, and user guides.
  • 12 months experience conducting functional and regression testing and data migration validation to ensure accuracy and completeness of asset transfers.
  • 6 months experience working in an Archive, Public Library, or comparable institution.
  • Résumé
  • Copy of Candidate Identification (i.e., Driver’s License/Green Card/Visa and Passport if applicable)
  • Any documents referenced in the above Requested Qualifications (i.e., professional certifications, degrees, etc.)