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From: [log in to unmask] [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Susan Pinckard
Sent: Tuesday, November 13, 2007 2:10 PM
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Subject: [Metadatalibrarians] Position announcement: Metadata Librarian (2)

The Emory University Libraries invites applications for two new Metadata
Librarian positions. We seek candidates with a flexible and forward-thinking
approach to challenges and opportunities. Implementation of an aggressive
strategic plan is underway and among the initiatives affecting this position
are numerous digital projects, a mass digitization project, and the
development and implementation of next generation search, discovery and
delivery tools. For more information on the libraries' strategic plan,
please see
http://web.library.emory.edu/about/publications/Five_Year_Strategy_2007.html

Responsibilities: The Metadata Librarian provides leadership and guidance to
evaluate and apply appropriate metadata schemas for description and access
to digital content acquired or created by the General Libraries. S/he works
with the Metadata and Advanced Cataloging Team Leader and the Technical
Services Coordinating Group in determining resource allocations for digital
projects, including a digitization program. Key responsibilities include:

*       Analyzes digital project requirements and develops strategies for
the creation of appropriate metadata to provide description and access for
textual and non-textual digital objects; contributes to the formulation and
implementation of the General Libraries' local policies and standards for
metadata; participates in metadata creation, remediation and transformation;
and serves as resource for staff in all university libraries;
*       Collaborates with staff in digital programs and the digital curation
center in the evaluation of project requests and implementations; works with
the team leader and others to establish workflows; and maintains
documentation;
*       Trains staff in metadata implementation and creation for digital
objects; and
*       Participates in the library's research and development efforts and
contributes to local and national discussions on the full range of metadata
issues.

Qualifications: Education, Experience & Training: Requires ALA accredited
MLS and minimum of one year professional experience applying a non-MARC
metadata schema and standard; record of active involvement in professional
activities. Preferred: cataloging experience in an academic library and
experience with SIRSI Unicorn. Knowledge, Skills, Ability: The successful
candidate will have broad knowledge of cataloging principles and of non-MARC
metadata schemas (particularly XML, MODS, Dublin Core, VRA Core or EAD),
standards, best practices, and applications. Proven excellence in
communication, interpersonal and time-management skills; strong service
orientation; ability to work independently and as part of a team in a
dynamic environment. Current awareness of national trends and developments
in metadata standards and information retrieval. Demonstrated project
planning and management abilities; analytical and problem-solving skills;
aptitude for complex, detailed work.

Salary and Benefits: Salary and rank dependent upon qualifications and
experience. Comprehensive benefits package, including tuition benefits.
Several retirement plan options are available, including TIAA/CREF. Generous
support for moving expenses.

Application: Send letter of interest, resume, and the names, addresses and
telephone numbers of three references to: Dianne M. Smith, Library Human
Resources Officer, Robert W. Woodruff Library, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
30322-2870. E-mailed applications are encouraged (with materials as Word
attachments) sent via Linda Nodine at [log in to unmask]; applications may be
faxed to 404/727-0805. Application review begins November 2007 and
continues until position is filled.

Environment: Emory University is recognized internationally for its
outstanding liberal arts college, superb professional schools, and one of
the leading health care systems in the Southeast. Emory is enriched by the
legacy and energy of Atlanta, whose downtown area is just 15 minutes away.
Emory's future is being guided by an ambitious strategic plan and
implementation will transform its campus and positively influence local and
global communities. The Libraries of Emory University include the General
Libraries and Libraries for health sciences, law, theology, business and
Oxford College. Holdings of the five Emory Libraries
<http://www.emory.edu/libraries.cfm> total approximately 3.1 million
volumes. The libraries also provide access to thousands of electronic
information resources, including more than 20,000 e-journal titles. The
Woodruff Library's Center <http://web.library.emory.edu/> for Library and
Information Resources (CLAIR), provides an integrated service environment.
It brings together technology specialists and librarians in a facility that
includes a learning commons, e-classrooms, a distance learning classroom,
Emory <http://www.ecit.emory.edu/> 's Center for Interactive Teaching, the
Heilbrun Music and Media <http://info.library.emory.edu/musicmedia/>
Library, the Electronic Data <http://einstein.library.emory.edu/> Center,
group study rooms, comfortable study space with data connections, and
Jazzman's Cafe. Wireless access is available throughout the building and in
the Matheson Reading Room in Candler Library. The Manuscript, Archives and
Rare Book <http://marbl.library.emory.edu/> Library contains modern
literary manuscript archives, notable African American collections,
University archives, and other major manuscript and rare book holdings
acquired for research and teaching. The Emory Libraries are members of the
Association of Research Libraries, OCLC, the Center for Research Libraries,
the Coalition for Networked Information, and the Digital Library Federation.

Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and
encourages women and minority candidates.