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Thought I'd pass this along. Timothy A. Lepczyk Metadata Librarian Digital Library Services Washington University Libraries Campus Box 1061 One Brookings Drive St. Louis, MO 63130 Tel: 314.935.8934 Email: [log in to unmask] -----Original Message----- From: [log in to unmask] [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Kayla Willey Sent: Wednesday, July 23, 2008 5:30 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: [Metadatalibrarians] Metadata Specialist Position Opening atBrigham Young University Brigham Young University Job Opportunity - Metadata Specialist Posting Information Position Title Metadata Specialist Posting Number 080381 Desired Beginning Date ASAP Qualifications General Skills and Knowledge Required: *MLS from an ALA accredited program or a Bachelor's degree with three years of library cataloging/metadata experience. *Skill in making independent and logical decisions based on knowledge of cataloging policies, procedures, and standards. *Knowledge of operating systems, servers, client software products, e-mail and Internet tools. *Time management skills sufficient to manage multiple and diverse responsibilities concurrently while meeting quality and quantity standards. *Supervisory experience *Excellent oral and written communicastion skills. *File Transfer Protocol (FTP) experience. *Library research skills *Uderstanding of digital scanning equipment and processes. *Working knowledge of Excel Desired: *Project management experience *Web creation and design experience *Knowledge of HTML/SGML/XML *Understanding of demonstration of skills associated with data migration *Knowledge of one or more European languages Cataloging and Classification Skills: *Skill in navigating through online cataloging tools such as Cataloger's Desktop and Classification Plus *Working knowledge of AACR2, ISBD, MARC21, and other library industry standards specific to cataloging and classification. *Working knowledge of record import and export protocols *Original cataloging using AACRII and MARC21. *Familiarity with Library of Congress Subject terms and subject/name authority work. Position Specific Skills: *Thorough knowledge of and ability to search, edit, evaluate, upgrade, and manipulate the content of: academic library systems and databases including the national catalog of the Library of Congress, proprietary databases: Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) and the local integrated library system, Sirsi Uhicorn and Content DM *Ability to train others in complex academic library operations and to develop training resources. *Ability to take action and assume responsibility for accuracy and completeness of work Decision Making Skills: *Knowledge of cataloging projects and desired outcomes as discussed in library and/or university committees *Demonstrated communication skills including expressing ideas effectively, respecting the opinions of others, active listening, and willingness to share ideas *Demonstrated ability to participate in assessing projects, seeking additional information, and making appropriate changes when necessary *Knowledge of the mission and goals of the department, library, and University *Demonstrated ability to provide leadership Additional Qualifications Duties/Responsibilities Digital Library metadata cataloging, maintenance, etc. *Create, evaluate and upgrade metadata in varied modules of the digital library *Create, evaluate and upgrade corresponding information in the local ILS, which may involve original cataloging *Create name and subject authority records for proposal to Library of Congress NACO/SACO programs *Review, revise, and approve corrections to computer-and human-generated errors *Assist in maintenance of database upgrades, project enhancements, metadata crosswalks, with resulting cleanup *Coordinate, manage, and delegate metadata assignments *Prepare newly loaded digital projects for others to work on *Supervise, train, and mentor metadata employees and volunteers Training and Documentation *Participate in beta testing of Digital Library software and subsequent releases *Prepare documentation for Digital Library projects for historical purposes and for on-going project analysis *Prepare training tools and instructions for Digital Library metadata staff, students, and volunteers *Provide hands-on training on a group or individual basis *Maintain and submit monthly reports of metadata/cataloging activity and statistics *Maintain ongoing training and education in library related technology, practices, and standards *Participate in job-sharing opportunities in order to respond to challenges in direction and priorities *Attend academic library conferences as assigned University citizenship *Attend department and library-wide meetings *Participate on committee assignments and contribute constructively for optimum outcomes *Promote a positive image of the library and make friends for the University *Adhere to the University standards and policies Pay Level 50 Job Posting Open Date 07-21-2008 Job Posting Close Date 08-04-2008 Job Category Administrative Job Type Full-Time Work Location Main Campus Eligibility to Apply All Qualified Applicants Job Description This position has the lead responsibility for: 1) the day-to-day oversight of metadata workflow, employee supervision, and operations associated with the creation, editing, and/or importing of metadata for digital objects; 2) ensuring quality control and maintenance of metadata records which represent the University library's digital object holdings; 3) collect, organize and report all statistics and other assessment data relating to the workflow and activity of the Metadata Unit; 4) hiring, training, evaluating and scheduling metadata staff; 5) service the University faculty and students, CCLA, and other national and international library users with regard to digital projects and metadata application Application Process Apply on-line at http://yjobs.byu.edu For more information please call (801) 422-3563 or email [log in to unmask] _______________________________________________ Metadatalibrarians mailing list [log in to unmask] http://lists.monarchos.com/listinfo.cgi/metadatalibrarians-monarchos.com