Metadata & Collection Support Technician
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About The Position
The Metadata & Collection Support Technician position is a vital role within the Collection Access and Technical Services (CATS) department at Montana State University. This position is designed for a detail-oriented individual who is eager to learn and provide consistent, seamless service while working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing and data input of library materials, which includes the creation and management of records to ensure that all materials meet accessibility standards. The role requires the use of specialized software tools and involves being the primary contact for materials maintenance work in coordination with other departments. Additionally, the technician will be tasked with maintaining the physical integrity of the library's collection. In this role, the technician will perform copy cataloging and metadata creation for all library materials, both physical and digital, in accordance with national standards. This ensures that all materials are optimally accessible. The technician will utilize various databases, digital asset management systems, and applications to achieve this. Responsibilities also include determining and assigning appropriate subject headings and call numbers, importing bibliographic records into the library's Unified Resource Management (URM) system, and maintaining the bibliographic database by updating and deleting records as necessary. The technician will manipulate large data files to add unique local information and ensure quality control. Collaboration is key in this position, as the technician will partner with other MSU Library staff on projects related to record creation and access. They will also perform condition checks for materials and coordinate with other departments to maintain the physical integrity of the collection. Secondary duties include serving as a backup for mending and processing materials, providing monthly statistics and activity reports, and staying informed about current issues and trends in metadata practices and the Semantic Web. The technician will also oversee student work related to collection support, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
