Metadata Services Librarian | University of Notre Dame - Military Veterans

Metadata Services Librarian Location: Notre Dame, IN Open Date: Feb 20, 2025 Deadline: Description: The Metadata Services Librarian is responsible for and oversees the development, assessment, and implementation of best practices and procedures related to metadata creation, resource description, and classification with an emphasis on ensuring that the Library's print and digital resources are discoverable and accessible. Key Responsibilities Supervise and participate in all resource description and classification processes, including original and copy cataloging, authority control, batch loading, and local manipulation of records in the library's Integrated Library System (ILS). Resolve cataloging and metadata-related problems and implement procedures to ensure data integrity, uniformity, and reliable, consistent discovery. Serve as local authority on metadata theory and practice, including rule interpretation and formatting conventions. Develop and streamline procedures and workflows for making the Library's digital and print resources discoverable and accessible. Trouble shoot and work collaboratively to ensure continuous access and technical support for digital resources. Update and customize interfaces for digital resource access and discovery. Oversee daily activities of the metadata staff. Help maintain statistical data for reporting purposes. Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Library and Information Science or related. One year of experience in cataloging, metadata, or related technical services activities, including knowledge of related tools and standards such as RDA, LCSH, and MARC. One year of experience managing an integrated library system (ILS). To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/163770 This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597 . Equal Opportunity Employment Statement The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-36006ce88b8b2248bfbf36c9dd19b1dc