Metadata/Catalog Librarian

Metadata/Catalog Librarian
Roux Library at Florida Southern College seeks a Metadata/Catalog Librarian who will have primary responsibility, under the direction of the Library Director, for execution of a project to create an online digital archive containing approximately 4,000 images of Frank Lloyd Wright materials in the College Archives. This position as a visiting librarian is a temporary grant-funded appointment ending May 31, 2010. The successful candidate will be skilled in processing, cataloging, and outreach for the archives. Applications received by December 15, 2008 will be given preference. The target start date is February 1, 2009.

Responsibilities
* Coordinate workflow for digitizing, processing, and cataloging Frank Lloyd Wright materials for the digital collection
* Catalog and assign metadata to digital materials
* Research appropriate copyright, licensing, and rights management issues related to the collection
* Collaborate with other librarians to create and implement best practices to the creation and maintenance of the digitization project
* Participate in and/or supervise scanning activities including quality assurance for processed images
* Develop finding aids for materials in the collection and other outreach programs
* Maintain schedules and deadlines mandated by the grant
* Participate in creating reports detailing the progress of the project
* Co-supervise student assistants
* Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Required
Qualified candidates will have an ALA accredited master's degree in Library and Information Science, or a M.A. degree with an emphasis in archives management, and knowledge of cataloging and metadata creation.

Preferred
Candidates should also have experience using bibliographic utilities including OCLC, integrated library systems, and content management systems such as CONTENTdm; knowledge of various cataloging and metadata standards such as MARC21, XML, EAD, Dublin Core, LCSH, DACS, and AACR2 as well as authority control; and experience with digital scanning hardware and software including OCR software and Photoshop. The ability to handle project planning and management particularly in a college archive setting and supervisory experience is also beneficial.

Salary
The salary for this position was established during the grant application process at the rate of $30,000 per 12 months, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

The College
Founded in 1883, Florida Southern College is a private comprehensive United Methodist-affiliated college with a liberal arts core. The college maintains its commitment to academic excellence through 46 undergraduate majors and distinctive graduate programs in business administration, education, and nursing. Florida Southern College has a 14:1 student/faculty ratio; is a national leader in engaged learning; and boasts 26 NCAA Division II national championships. It is ranked in the Top 10 "Best Baccalaureate Colleges in the South" by U.S. News & World Report and is included in the Princeton's Review's 366 Best Colleges and Fiske guides. The college is committed to the development of the whole student through vibrant student life programs that prepare graduates to make a positive, consequential impact on society. Located in scenic Lake Hollingsworth, Florida Southern is home to the world's largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture.

To Apply
The following items are required: letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and list of three references (including phone number and e-mail address) to Dr. James Byrd, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean, Florida Southern College, 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland, FL 33801-5698. EOE.

For additional information contact Mr. Randall M. MacDonald: rmacdonald1@flsouthern.edu.

*Metadata Librarian*

*Metadata Librarian*

* *

The University of Miami Libraries seek a creative, enthusiastic professional
for the position of Metadata Librarian. Reporting to the Head of Cataloging
& Metadata Services, the Metadata Librarian provides leadership and guidance
in the planning, development, creation, and implementation of metadata
standards for the Libraries, and actively participates as a resource and
liaison to the University community in regards to metadata practices.



*THE UNIVERSITY: *The University of Miami is one of the nation's leading
research universities in a community of extraordinary diversity and
international vitality. The University is privately supported, non-sectarian
institution, located in Coral Gables, Florida, on a 260-acre subtropical
campus. The University comprises 11 degree granting schools and colleges,
including Architecture, Arts and Sciences, Business Administration,
Communication, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Music, Nursing, and
Marine and Atmospheric Science (www.miami.edu). **



*THE LIBRARY:* The University of Miami Libraries (www.library.miami.edu)
ranks among the top 50 research libraries in North America with a combined
collection of approximately 3 million volumes, 45,000 current serials, and
over 29,000 E-journal titles. The University of Miami Libraries include, the
Otto G. Richter Library which lies in the heart of the Gables campus, the
Paul Buisson Architecture Library, the Judi Prokop Newman Business
Information Resource Center, and the Marta & Austin Weeks Music Library, and
the Marine and Atmospheric Science Library located at the Virginia Key
campus. The campus also has an independent Medical and Law library. The
Libraries provide support and services for approx. 10,100 undergraduates,
5,100 graduate students, and 10,000 full and part time faculty and staff. The
Libraries has a staff of 37 Librarians and 86 support staff and is a member
of ARL, ASERL, CLIR, NERL, OCLC, and SOLINET.



*POSITION:** *Reporting to Head of Cataloging & Metadata Services and
working collaboratively with all library units, the Metadata Librarian plays
a major role in the Libraries' digital projects; is responsible for the
creation of metadata for a variety of digital collections; serves as the
local authority for metadata standards, keeping abreast of developments in
metadata standards and practices; documents and implements adopted metadata
standards, practices, and workflows; provides training to the Libraries'
faculty and staff in metadata creation; participates in quality control
activities for the Libraries' bibliographic and metadata repositories; works
closely with the Digital Initiatives, Resources, and Services, and other
stakeholders to plan digital collections and projects; networks,
collaborates and actively participates in local, regional, national, or
international organizations regarding issues in librarianship, metadata
services, and the development of resource discovery tools and services;
serves as the Libraries' metadata liaison to the University; serves
on/participates in University and Libraries committees, task forces, and
teams as appropriate.

*QUALIFICATIONS: Required: *Master's degree from an ALA accredited program
or foreign equivalent, or Ph.D. with required library experience. Working
knowledge and experience with two or more metadata schema and protocols such
as Dublin Core, EAD, VRA Core, MODS, METS, etc.; Knowledge of cataloging
rules, standards, and controlled vocabularies; awareness of current issues
and trends in metadata and digital library development; demonstrated ability
to work quickly and accurately in a service and production-oriented
environment and adapt to a fast paced rapidly changing environment; ability
to plan and implement routines and processes that ensure optimum production,
and monitor projects through to completion in a cost-effective manner;
demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with
diverse constituencies; Effective oral, written and interpersonal
communication skills.



*Highly desirable*: Experience with applying metadata standards to describe
digital collections using CONTENTdm or other digital management system(s);
Familiarity with related XML technology such as XSLT or XLINK; Familiarity
with relational database structure; Experience with archives and archival
practice; One year of experience in a medium to large research library or
similar organization; Cataloging experience in an academic library; Reading
knowledge of Spanish.



*SALARY AND BENEFITS: *Compensation will be competitive and commensurate
with experience and qualifications of the person selected. *This is a
non-tenure track twelve-month faculty appointment at the Librarian
Assistant/Associate Professor rank*. The position offers a comprehensive
benefits package including: paid pension plan; partially paid medical and
dental insurance plans; life, disability, and long-term care insurance
available; tuition remission; 13 paid holidays; and 22 days' annual
vacation. Additional employment benefits available include Credit Union;
Employee Assistance Program; public transportation, Shared Appreciation
Mortgage Program (SAM), bookstore and sporting event discounts; optional
fee-based membership in a state-of-the-art wellness center, moving
allowance, and no state or local income taxes. More information on benefits
can be found at: http://www.miami.edu/benefits/pdf/bensum-faculty06.pdf.**



*APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS: *Applications and nominations will be
accepted until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted
electronically and must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and
the names of three references. The candidate will be notified prior to
contacting references. Send nominations and applications to:

* *

Yolanda Cooper

Deputy University Librarian

Otto G. Richter Library

University of Miami

P.O. Box 248214

Coral Gables, FL 33124-0320

e-mail: richter.recruiting@miami.edu



*The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity **Affirmative Action
Employer. The University has a strong commitment to diversity and encourages
applications from candidates of diverse cultural backgrounds.*

Metadata Coordinator

Effective November 24th, 2008, I will become the Associate Director,
Collections Management, at my library, and I am seeking to fill the
following position:



Metadata Coordinator

The Houston Academy of Medicine - Texas Medical Center (HAM-TMC) Library
seeks an innovative and energetic Metadata Coordinator. This individual
will be responsible for making decisions and recommendations regarding
the bibliographic treatment and handling of all Library materials,
including print and electronic monographs and serials, analyzing subject
matter of materials and assigning appropriate subject headings, creating
and updating item records in the Library's database and meeting client's
requests by performing rush cataloguing. This position reports to the
Associate Director for Collections Management.



Job Responsibilities:

1. Coordinates all cataloging activities for the Library's collections
and serves as resource person for all metadata creation and maintenance

2. Oversees monograph acquisitions activities for both print and
electronic formats

3. Oversees the work of copy catalogers and provides quality control for
cataloging, classification, and physical processing

4. Collects, maintains, and distributes statistics on technical services
activities (e.g., acquisitions, bindery, cataloging, withdrawals and
transfers, etc.)

5. Serves as chief authority control officer for the Library's
cataloging activities

6. Serves as the Library's representative on appropriate THSLC teams,
such as the Technical Services Standards Team and the Resources
Management Team



Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills):

1. A graduate degree in Library or Information Science from a program
accredited by the American Library Association and a minimum of three
years of library experience

2. Minimum of three years experience of cataloging in a health sciences
library environment, with some experience of authority control and
revision of copy cataloging and processing desired; thorough knowledge
of NLM classification and MeSH required

3. Strong knowledge of bibliographic control standards

4. Excellent communications skills, both written and oral

5. Some knowledge of collection development (both print and electronic)
and the appropriate tools






The HAM-TMC Library offers a complete benefits package which includes
health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance. In addition to
a comprehensive benefits package, the Library provides paid holidays,
vacation, a monthly transportation subsidy and a retirement plan.

The HAM-TMC Library is an equal opportunity and affirmative action
institution providing access to employment without regard to age, race,
color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's
status, political affiliation, or disability.



Starting salary range: $42,000 - $48,000



Please email CV or Resume and cover letter addressing qualifications to:


Andrea Thomas, Human Resources Specialist

Houston Academy of Medicine - Texas Medical Center Library

1133 John Freeman Boulevard

Houston, Texas 77030

Fax #: 713.799.7129

Email: andrea.thomas@exch.library.tmc.edu





Dean James, Ph.D., M.S.L.S.

Assistant Director, Collections Management

Houston Academy of Medicine-

Texas Medical Center Library

1133 John Freeman Blvd.

Houston, TX 77030

(P) 713-799-7122; (F) 713-799-7180

Email: dean.james@exch.library.tmc.edu


http://resource.library.tmc.edu

Metadata and Authority Control Librarian

*Metadata and Authority Control Librarian *





The New Mexico State University Library invites applications for
Metadata and Authority Control Librarian.

**

*POSITION INFORMATION: *This is a *9-month appointment*, entry level
tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor.





This position will be responsible for metadata import and production,
facilitate metadata scheme specification and adaptation; provide
training and technical assistance to other staff, and coordinate the
formulation and implementation of policies and standards for
descriptive, technical and administrative metadata. Regularly perform
authority control activities. Reports to the Head of Technical Services.

**

*QUALIFICATIONS: *

**

*Required:* MLS from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent;
demonstrated knowledge of issues and trends in digital library
development and metadata standards; working knowledge of non-MARC
metadata schemes, such as, Dublin Core, METS, and VRA Core, etc.;
awareness of current and emerging issues in institutional and open
repository schemes. Ability to take an active role in leading and
managing metadata initiatives associated with institutional repositories
and digital archives. Experience with or knowledge of traditional
cataloging standards and practices using MARC, AACR2, LCSH and LC
classification as these apply to authority control. Proficiency in
Microsoft Access and demonstrated ability to create complex queries.
familiarity with MarcEdit software. Excellent oral and written
communication skills. Demonstrated excellence in planning, leadership,
communication, and project management skills. Ability to meet tenure
track requirements in the areas of librarianship, scholarship and
creative activity, service, extension and outreach



*P referred:* Experience in mid-to-large size academic or research
library; knowledge of integrated library system, preferably Voyager;
working knowledge of at least one foreign language, preferably Spanish;
Familiarity with current open access initiatives such as OAI.
Experience with dSpace, ContentDM, Fedora, or similar technologies .
Familiarity with copyright issues, digital rights, digital preservation
and technical metadata. Successful candidate will display evidence of
initiative, creativity and a demonstrated ability to work
collaboratively in a collegial environment.

*Benefits Offered*: Group medical and hospital insurance, domestic partner benefits, group life insurance, long-term disability insurance, state educational retirement,

workers' compensation, and unemployment compensation. Opportunity for educational advancement. For additional information, visit the NMSU Employee Benefits

web page http://hr.nmsu.edu/benefits.




To Apply

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, which includes
qualifications for the position; a resume; and names, addresses,
(including e-mail), and telephone numbers of three references to Leticia
Phetteplace, Administrative Assistant, NMSU Library, Box 30006, MSC
3475, Las Cruces, NM 88003-8006; fax 575-646-6940; e-mail
leti@lib.nmsu.edu .



*Review of applications will begin November 14, 2008, and will continue
until the position is filled. *For additional information, visit
http://lib.nmsu.edu _. _



Founded in 1888, New Mexico State University is a comprehensive
land-grant university and Carnegie designated Doctoral/Research
Extensive institution. NMSU is a member of the Hispanic Association of
Colleges and Universities, and is classified as a Title V Minority
Institution by the U.S. Department of Education. The University offers
degree programs in a number of scientific fields including biology,
chemistry and biochemistry, computer science, geological sciences,
mathematical sciences, health sciences, and multiple engineering
concentrations (chemical, civil, electrical and computing, industrial,
mechanical and aerospace, surveying, and engineering physics). NMSU is
located in the southern New Mexico city of Las Cruces, which offers a
variety of cultural and recreational opportunities. For additional
information, visit http://www.nmsu.edu.



NMSU is an EEO/AA employer and encourages applications from women,
minorities, and all under-represented groups. Offer of employment
contingent upon the successful completion of a background check as well
as verification of the individual's eligibility for employment in the
United States.

Metadata Librarian

*Metadata Librarian*

* *

The University of Miami Libraries seek a creative, enthusiastic professional
for the position of Metadata Librarian. Reporting to the Head of Cataloging
& Metadata Services, the Metadata Librarian provides leadership and guidance
in the planning, development, creation, and implementation of metadata
standards for the Libraries, and actively participates as a resource and
liaison to the University community in regards to metadata practices.



*THE UNIVERSITY: *The University of Miami is one of the nation's leading
research universities in a community of extraordinary diversity and
international vitality. The University is privately supported, non-sectarian
institution, located in Coral Gables, Florida, on a 260-acre subtropical
campus. The University comprises 11 degree granting schools and colleges,
including Architecture, Arts and Sciences, Business Administration,
Communication, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Music, Nursing, and
Marine and Atmospheric Science (www.miami.edu). **



*THE LIBRARY:* The University of Miami Libraries (www.library.miami.edu)
ranks among the top 50 research libraries in North America with a combined
collection of approximately 3 million volumes, 45,000 current serials, and
over 29,000 E-journal titles. The University of Miami Libraries include, the
Otto G. Richter Library which lies in the heart of the Gables campus, the
Paul Buisson Architecture Library, the Judi Prokop Newman Business
Information Resource Center, and the Marta & Austin Weeks Music Library, and
the Marine and Atmospheric Science Library located at the Virginia Key
campus. The campus also has an independent Medical and Law library. The
Libraries provide support and services for approx. 10,100 undergraduates,
5,100 graduate students, and 10,000 full and part time faculty and staff. The
Libraries has a staff of 37 Librarians and 86 support staff and is a member
of ARL, ASERL, CLIR, NERL, OCLC, and SOLINET.



*POSITION**:** *Reporting to Head of Cataloging & Metadata Services and
working collaboratively with all library units, the Metadata Librarian plays
a major role in the Libraries' digital projects; is responsible for the
creation of metadata for a variety of digital collections; serves as the
local authority for metadata standards, keeping abreast of developments in
metadata standards and practices; documents and implements adopted metadata
standards, practices, and workflows; provides training to the Libraries'
faculty and staff in metadata creation; participates in quality control
activities for the Libraries' bibliographic and metadata repositories; works
closely with the Digital Initiatives, Resources, and Services, and other
stakeholders to plan digital collections and projects; networks,
collaborates and actively participates in local, regional, national, or
international organizations regarding issues in librarianship, metadata
services, and the development of resource discovery tools and services;
serves as the Libraries' metadata liaison to the University; serves
on/participates in University and Libraries committees, task forces, and
teams as appropriate.

*QUALIFICATIONS: **Required: *Master's degree from an ALA accredited program
or foreign equivalent, or Ph.D. with required library experience. Working
knowledge and experience with two or more metadata schema and protocols such
as Dublin Core, EAD, VRA Core, MODS, METS, etc.; Knowledge of cataloging
rules, standards, and controlled vocabularies; awareness of current issues
and trends in metadata and digital library development; demonstrated ability
to work quickly and accurately in a service and production-oriented
environment and adapt to a fast paced rapidly changing environment; ability
to plan and implement routines and processes that ensure optimum production,
and monitor projects through to completion in a cost-effective manner;
demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with
diverse constituencies; Effective oral, written and interpersonal
communication skills.



*Highly desirable*: Experience with applying metadata standards to describe
digital collections using CONTENTdm or other digital management system(s);
Familiarity with related XML technology such as XSLT or XLINK; Familiarity
with relational database structure; Experience with archives and archival
practice; One year of experience in a medium to large research library or
similar organization; Cataloging experience in an academic library; Reading
knowledge of Spanish.



*SALARY AND BENEFITS: *Compensation will be competitive and commensurate
with experience and qualifications of the person selected. *This is a
non-tenure track t**welve-month faculty appointment at the Librarian
Assistant/Associate Professor rank*. The position offers a comprehensive
benefits package including: paid pension plan; partially paid medical and
dental insurance plans; life, disability, and long-term care insurance
available; tuition remission; 13 paid holidays; and 22 days' annual
vacation. Additional employment benefits available include Credit Union;
Employee Assistance Program; public transportation, Shared Appreciation
Mortgage Program (SAM), bookstore and sporting event discounts; optional
fee-based membership in a state-of-the-art wellness center, moving
allowance, and no state or local income taxes. More information on benefits
can be found at: http://www.miami.edu/benefits/pdf/bensum-faculty06.pdf.**



*APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS: *Applications and nominations will be
accepted until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted
electronically and must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and
the names of three references. The candidate will be notified prior to
contacting references. Send nominations and applications to:

* *

Yolanda Cooper

Deputy University Librarian

Otto G. Richter Library

University of Miami

P.O. Box 248214

Coral Gables, FL 33124-0320

e-mail: richter.recruiting@miami.edu