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Subject: [MODS] Cataloging and
Metadata Librarian; Princeton, New Jersey
Cataloging
and Metadata Librarian
Princeton
Theological Seminary Libraries is seeking a librarian to oversee the cataloging
and metadata production in the Special Collections Department (http://library.ptsem.edu/collections/).
We are looking for an individual with a willingness to make a transition from
traditional cataloging into emerging metadata standards.
Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Curator of Special Collections, the successful candidate will
be responsible for performing original and copy cataloging of digital and print
materials. Oversee digitization projects, including associated
outsourcing workflows. Convert print finding aids to Encoded Archival
Description. Work with the Curator to develop an interoperable metadata
framework for Special Collections and the Seminary Library. Perform
quality control of existing catalog and metadata records. Train and
supervise student workers assisting with metadata production. Maintain
and expand Special Collections’ web presence. Assist Special
Collections Assistant with describing and cataloging artifacts. Develop
cataloging procedures for article collections and bibliographic
databases. Serve on the Seminary Libraries’ Metadata Standards Committee.
Contribute scholarly articles about emerging cataloging and metadata standards
to the Luce Library Bulletin.
Qualifications:
MLS from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent; experience with AACR2, DCRB,
and MARC-based cataloging systems and standards; familiarity with a wide
variety of contemporary metadata standards (including Dublin Core, EAD, METS,
MODS, and TEI); acquaintance with XML and related technologies; Working
knowledge of Latin, German, or Dutch.
Applications:
Please send a letter of application and resume (including name and contact
information for three professional references) to: Princeton Theological
Seminary, Human Resources Office, 64 Mercer Street, Princeton, NJ 08540; Fax:
(609) 924-2973; Email: [log in to unmask].
Princeton Theological Seminary is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
Christine
Schwartz
Head
Cataloger
Princeton
Theological Seminary Libraries