METADATA ASSOCIATE (METAASS)

BRODART CO • Williamsport, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Metadata Supervisor, the Metadata Associate supports systems and processes that maintain the integrity of data sets driving demand for Brodart products and services. The work includes researching, entering, validating, correcting, updating, and enhancing title data from electronic ONIX feeds and other sources. The associate also contacts publishers to obtain missing information and check stock levels and availability, and enters annotations.

The position updates data sets in Oracle, including assigning Dewey and/or Library of Congress classification numbers, subject headings, geographic and cultural designators, fiction genres, and juvenile age ranges according to established coding guidelines and Library of Congress conventions. The associate maintains data integrity and performs final verification and approval of records in the Brodart Title Database and Journal Reviews Oracle forms.

The role supports the Collection Development department with data corrections, updates, edits, and issue resolution across programs. It also supports data workflow activities such as tracking, recording, and validation; works on special projects; cross-trains in other departmental areas as needed; and participates in cross-functional problem-solving teams when required. The position is in a normal office environment and may involve scheduled overtime based on departmental needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of bibliographic data, cataloging, and coding rules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products, including Excel and Word, and use of the Internet.
• Information retrieval and research skills.
• Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to learn, ask questions, and follow directions.
• Ability to manage time and tasks efficiently.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree.
• Knowledge of bibliographic data and demonstrated knowledge of Brodart systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Research, manually enter or review, update, and validate titles from electronic ONIX feeds and other sources.
• Contact publishers to gather missing data and check stock levels and availability statuses.
• Enter annotations.
• Update Oracle data sets with classifications, subject headings, geographic and cultural designators, fiction genres, and juvenile age ranges according to established guidelines.
• Maintain data integrity and perform final verification and approval of records in the Brodart Title Database and Journal Reviews Oracle forms.
• Assist the Collection Development department with data corrections, updates, edits, and issues for its programs.
• Support data workflow activities, including tracking, recording, and validating updates from other sources or departments.
• Work on special projects and cross-train in other departmental areas as necessary.
• Participate in cross-functional problem-solving teams as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED