Metadata Creation and Enrichment Librarian

Position:Metadata Creation and Enrichment Librarian

University of Rochester River Campus Libraries, Rochester, NY

Compensation and benefits:Salary is commensurate with background and experience. Excellent benefits package includes choice of retirement programs including TIAA/CREF. Twenty-five days paid vacation and seven calendar holidays. Tuition benefits. The University of Rochester requires pre-employment reference and background screening.

Description:CLASSIFICATION: Librarian II
FUNCTIONAL TITLE: Metadata Creation and Enrichment Librarian
SUPERVISED BY: Associate Dean, Information Management Services
SUPERVISES: One librarian and two support staff members

POSITION SUMMARY:
Supervises the newly constituted Metadata Creation and Enrichment unit, designed to provide focused access to the Libraries’ collections of unique materials, as well as to the general collections. The unit will contribute significant support to Rare Books and Special Collections Department, provide access to the University’s theses and dissertations, in print and online, and to emerging unique digital collections. Performs original and complex copy cataloging of non-serial formats including digital materials, oversees special projects and vendor contracts, including authority control.

DUTIES:
Supervision and management: Supervise and manage the Unit, which will include 30%
a catalog librarian and two staff members. Plan and manage ongoing and one-time
projects of the unit that include original and copy cataloging of monographic materials
in a variety of formats and languages, analytics, University of Rochester theses and
dissertations, and other materials, as well as transfers and withdrawals of monographic materials, authority work, database corrections, etc. Work closely with Catalog and Metadata Management and Voyager Management Team to devise, implement, and adjust policies and procedures. Oversee special projects and vendor contracts. Train staff as needed.

Cataloging: Perform original and complex copy cataloging of print and non-print 30%
monographic materials in a variety of formats, subjects, and languages.

Catalog digital resources using appropriate non-MARC schemas, such as U of R online 30%
theses and dissertations, as well as other local digital collections as they emerge.
In cooperation with other units within the Libraries, propose and develop policies and procedures for processing such materials.

Professional Service: 10%

 Keep abreast of new developments in the field of cataloging and especially emerging resources and their processing, with the view of implementing them at River Campus Libraries. Participate in professional meetings, groups, etc. as appropriate, both inside and outside the Library. Contribute to the achievement of Division and Library goals by identifying problems and suggesting solutions, proposing new procedures or changes to existing procedures; serve as project manager; advise the Division Head on relevant issues.

 Other duties as assigned.
Required:

* ALA-accredited MLS
* At least three years of original cataloging of monographs and/or non-book materials in a variety of subjects and languages
* Proficiency with AACR2, MARC 21, LCRI, LCSH, LC classification
* Proficiency with OCLC Connexion and an ILS (Endeavor Voyager preferred)
* Supervisory experience
* Awareness of recent trends in bibliographic control, particularly with respect to digital resources
* Ability to set priorities and follow them, work independently, organize time efficiently, perform detailed work accurately, motivate staff
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to maintain good working relations both inside and outside the Unit.


Preferred:

* Experience in cataloging audiovisual materials and musical scores
* Familiarity with one or more metadata schemas other than MARC 21, preferably Dublin Core
* Bibliographic knowledge of one or more of the following languages: German, Italian


Machines and Equipment Used:
Personal computers and related hardware
Book trucks

Deadline:not specified

Contact:SEND LETTER OF APPLICATION AND THREE PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES TO:

Kelley Kitrinos
HR Administrator
University of Rochester
River Campus Libraries Box 270055
Rochester, NY 14627

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E-mail address: RCLHR@library.rochester.edu

Source:RRLC