Digital Scholarship Specialist

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace! We are a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

Located within the Hesburgh Libraries, the Digital Scholarship Specialist is responsible for managing the Navari Center for Digital Scholarship’s services in support of Notre Dame’s students, faculty, and staff. The Digital Scholarship Specialist will work as a key member of the Navari Center team and collaborate with Center and Hesburgh Libraries’ employees in a rapidly-evolving, technology-rich environment on such functions as outreach and engagement, patron technology support, assessment and reporting, and service portfolio operations. 

The ideal candidate will be highly adaptable, genuinely enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, consistently deliver high-quality results during fast-paced work cycles, and possess exceptional flexibility and a willingness to pivot seamlessly when project priorities shift. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Outreach and Engagement: Conduct outreach and promotion of the Navari Center to the larger University community. Plan and implement events, promote workshops and follow-up as needed, and maintain the Center's website and related web pages within the Hesburgh Libraries main website.
• Emerging Technology Support and Development: Provide on-site technology assistance to all levels of staff, faculty, and students in a digital scholarship environment that includes emerging and legacy technologies. Experiment with emerging technology approaches and platforms to assess and recommend solutions.
• Research, Assessment, and Reporting: Manage technology training and maintenance materials, assessment data, and writing and formatting for internal and external documentation, annual and ad hoc reports, and in support of continuous process improvement.
• Service Portfolio Operations: Oversee all Navari Center operations, including serving as the initial point of contact for in-person and digital inquiries and support requests of all types (technology, spaces, and services); hire, train, and manage student employees; manage the equipment lending service; and order and maintain equipment and supplies.

Key Attributes for Success

• Agility & Flexibility: Highly flexible with a proven willingness to pivot strategies and shift focus when needed to meet the evolving demands of the department.
• Thrives in a Fast-Paced Environment: Enjoys and excels in navigating fast-paced work, maintaining accuracy and professionalism even under tight deadlines or changing circumstances.
• Service-Oriented: Presents a welcoming, helpful demeanor as the visible face of the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship for students, faculty, and visitors.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (4 years)
• Experience: 1 to 2 years
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to provide basic technology support across a variety of digital platform and hardware types, such as immersive technologies hardware/software, legacy technology collection, statistical software
  • Website and data management skills
  • Service orientation (values inclusivity, courtesy, patience, resourcefulness, problem-solving)

Compensation: Up to $68,000, commensurate with experience

This position will be accepting applications until July 20, 2026.

A resume and cover letter are required to be considered for this position. 

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.