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Feb. 11. Stop by to learn more about the position and
working at Binghamton University Libraries.
Catalog
& Metadata Management Librarian
Are
you interested in a cataloging position working with a broad array of
collections in a variety of formats? Does ensuring metadata quality and
performing authority work at an academic library that serves a growing research
university appeal to you? Binghamton University,
ranked 38th in the country for public universities by U.S. News & World
Report, is looking for a knowledgeable and enthusiastic librarian to fill the
role of Catalog & Metadata Management Librarian.
Binghamton
University Libraries is a collaborative environment that offers great
opportunities for growth, and we encourage you to consider joining our team!
Find out more about being a part of the Binghamton University community at https://www.binghamton.edu/about/at-a-glance.html or view https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxyDEtg93QU
Job Description:
The Catalog & Metadata Management
Librarian will provide leadership in managing
the Libraries’ bibliographic quality control. This includes ensuring data
quality and integrity in the Libraries’ catalog and for our digital
collections, and contributing to authority control initiatives such as NACO. The
Catalog & Metadata Management Librarian will
actively participate in original and complex cataloging projects as a
member of the team responsible for providing original, adjusted and copy
cataloging and bibliographic control for a wide range of materials in various
formats.
This position reports to the Assistant
Head of Cataloging, with the Director of Technical Services as second-line
supervisor. Technical Services is closely integrated with all other departments
within the Libraries and utilizes a flexible workflow approach. Librarians at
Binghamton University are members of the faculty and are expected to contribute
significantly to the profession.
Duties & Responsibilities:
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Manages
metadata quality control and bibliographic database problem resolution to
ensure records meet local and national standards.
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Performs original and complex
cataloging for materials in a variety of languages and formats. Creates catalog
and/or metadata records for general collections, Special Collections, and
special projects as needed.
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Creates or
modifies NACO authority records and performs other authority work as necessary to maintain database integrity.
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Provides
direction and training to staff in database maintenance and data quality
control, and develops new and effective approaches to quality control.
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Assists with
and/or manages special cataloging projects.
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Provides
onsite cataloging and bibliographic control services for collections at the
Libraries’ Annex.
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Collaborates
with staff and department heads across the Libraries to implement cross-functional
initiatives.
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Participates in professional
activities and committee assignments within the Libraries, on campus, and in
professional associations at a level to meet faculty criteria for promotion and
tenure. Maintains a current knowledge of national and international
developments and trends in cataloging, metadata, and bibliographic and
authority control.
Required Qualifications:
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Graduate degree in
library/information science from an ALA accredited institution, received by time
of appointment
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Demonstrated ability to apply
the following cataloging tools: Resource Description and Access (RDA), Library
of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) and classification (LCC), and MARC
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Working knowledge of non-MARC
metadata schemas (especially Dublin Core)
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Demonstrated ability to
manage projects and adapt to evolving project conditions
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Working knowledge of one or
more non-English languages
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Excellent interpersonal
skills and the ability to work effectively and communicate clearly with a
variety of people in a diverse environment
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Demonstrated ability to work
with detail to ensure accuracy
Preferred Qualifications:
● At least one year of appropriate
professional experience
●
Experience with OCLC (i.e.,
Connexion) and Ex Libris products (e.g., Aleph, Alma)
