Metadata Assistant (on-site)
About The Position
Under the direction of the Head of Cataloging, the Metadata Assistant catalogs and classifies library materials in any format, performs bibliographic maintenance and authority verification, and supports collection management. The role trains and supervises cataloging students and assists with training and supervising part-time cataloging staff. It also contributes to collection projects, including weeding and processing withdrawn materials, stays current with cataloging standards and practices, and participates in special projects. The position is part of a supportive and collegial culture that encourages professional development, workshops, committee participation, and engagement in programs supporting the Library’s mission and its inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- 1–2 years of experience working in library technical services, including cataloging.
- Knowledge of OCLC, I-Share, MARC format, RDA, Library of Congress Subject Headings, and Dewey classification.
- Experience and willingness to work with automated library systems, bibliographic utilities, and tools for batch processing metadata, including OCLC, Alma, and MARCEdit.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively with people across cultural identities and foster an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment.
Nice To Haves
- Library Science coursework.
Responsibilities
- Perform original and copy cataloging, classification, bibliographic maintenance, and authority verification for library materials in any format.
- Use Alma Analytics for reports and statistical analysis.
- Resolve cataloging and materials-processing problems and assist with database maintenance and cleanup.
- Help establish and implement bibliographic-control best practices and workflows, investigate solutions for bibliographic control of resources, and design and implement batch processes for record loading and updating.
- Participate in university library collection maintenance in consultation with relevant library staff and departments.
- Assist with planning and implementing collection maintenance projects, including collection weeding and processing withdrawn materials.
- Update OCLC bibliographic databases to maintain accurate bibliographic and holdings information.
- Hire, train, and/or supervise student and part-time cataloging assistants performing bibliographic maintenance, physical processing, and other assigned projects.
- Identify, evaluate, and stay current with emerging trends, practices, and standards in cataloging, metadata, discovery, and user behavior that may improve access to library resources.
- Share relevant knowledge with staff and colleagues and participate in planning and implementing special projects as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Retirement plan matching contribution of 8%.
- Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
- Paid time off, sick time, holidays, and floating holidays.
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Job Type
Full-time
