METADATA SERVICES LIBRARIAN I or II, #00065211

Application Deadline

Open until filled, with review of applications to begin April 23, 2019

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Job Description

The Curtis Laws Wilson Library of the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) invites applications for the position of Metadata Services Librarian.

Reporting to the Dean of the Library, the Metadata Services Librarian provides expertise and leadership on metadata for all library digital platforms.  The librarian creates original metadata, works with record loads, processes authority work, and collaborates to provide enhanced access to all content materials.  The relatively small size of the library means there will be many opportunities to work in cross-functional teams as well as play a leadership role in initiatives to lead the library forward in an ever-changing environment.  In addition, Missouri S&T participates in a shared catalog environment with the University of Missouri System and the librarian will have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the system.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership for the library’s cataloging and metadata projects, including supervising two full-time staff
• Coordinates and manages authority work
• Develops and maintains departmental policies and procedures
• Works with other library departments to troubleshoot catalog and metadata issues
• Provides guidance for MARC record loads
• Acts as a metadata consultant for the library’s institutional repository, Scholars’ Mine
• Keeps abreast of ongoing developments in metadata and cataloging
• Gathers statistics and runs reports as necessary
• Serves on library and University of Missouri system committees

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association by start date.
• One year of cataloging experience using RDA, LCSH, and Library of Congress Classification.
• Experience with integrated library systems such as III Sierra.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of cataloging experience in an academic library
• Experience with Innovative Interfaces Incorporated products
• Experience with authority control
• Experience with tools for bulk editing of metadata (MarcEdit, OpenRefine, Excel, etc.)
• Supervisory experience
• Knowledge of XML and related technologies
• Familiarity with current issues and trends in metadata and cataloging, such as linked data and BIBFRAME
• Familiarity with shared or consortia cataloging environments
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills and the ability to perform effectively in a collaborative environment
• Successful and creative management of staff and operations
• Ability to work effectively with scholars and university partners

All interested applicants should submit an electronic application to Missouri S&T’s Human Resources Office at http://hr.mst.edu/careers/academic/ using Job Reference Number 29565.  Acceptable electronic formats are PDF and MS Word.  The review of applications will begin on April 23, 2019 and continue until the position is filled.

Missouri S&T is one of the nation’s leading research universities with about 100 degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the multicultural community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks scenery. Missouri S&T offers degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities and business, with master’s and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs and master’s degrees in biological sciences, business administration and technical communication. With nearly 9,000 students enrolled on campus and online, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a diverse population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

Comments

The final candidate is required to provide copies of official transcript(s) for any college degree(s) listed in application materials submitted. Copies of transcript(s) should be provided prior to the start of employment. In addition, the final candidate may be required to verify other credentials listed in application materials.

Failure to provide official transcript(s) or other required verification may result in the withdrawal of the job offer.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

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