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________________________________ From: [log in to unmask] [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Stephen Meyer Sent: Thursday, August 02, 2007 4:38 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: [XML4Lib] Job Posting: Metadata Librarian For a full job description and information on how to apply, see: http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_057030.html The University of Wisconsin-Madison Libraries seek a creative, experienced, team-oriented professional to serve as Metadata Librarian for the University of Wisconsin Digital Collections Center (UWDCC). Working with UWDCC and other library staff and faculty, the successful candidate will coordinate the formulation and implementation of policies and standards for descriptive, structural, technical, and administrative metadata that are used to support the production and management of, and access to, the Libraries' digital collections. The Metadata Librarian will work with librarians, faculty, and other project partners to determine appropriate methods of developing metadata for the libraries' digital collections, train project participants in all areas of metadata creation, and collaborate with appropriate librarians and working groups locally and nationwide to advise on the application of current and emerging metadata standards to facilitate access to and preservation of digital content. The Metadata Librarian is responsible for planning and overseeing the implementation of UWDCC's metadata strategies, profiling existing standards to meet current needs while also researching emerging standards for potential future adoption. This position will also collaborate in the development of metadata workflow processes; manage metadata entry, quality control, and data exports performed by UWDCC student and other staff; and coordinate production schedules with Reformatting Unit, ensuring efficient and timely workflows to meet project deadlines. The Metadata Librarian will conduct workshops and presentations on UWDCC resources, tools and services to librarians, faculty, and students, and participate in other outreach activities. -- Stephen Meyer Library Application Developer UW-Madison Libraries 312F Memorial Library 728 State St. Madison, WI 53706 [log in to unmask] 608-265-2844 (ph) "Just don't let the human factor fail to be a factor at all." - Andrew Bird, "Tables and Chairs" _______________________________________________ XML4Lib mailing list [log in to unmask] http://lists.webjunction.org/mailman/listinfo/xml4lib