Cataloging and Metadata Librarian | University Library

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

American University of Sharjah is seeking a Cataloging and Metadata Librarian to provide specialized cataloging and metadata expertise for the management of print and online resources. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Technology and Technical Services, the role includes coordination of technical services staff, database maintenance, and cataloging processes.

The position also involves liaison with academic departments, participation in instruction and outreach, and

Qualifications

• An ALA-accredited MLIS is required.
• Minimum of two years of relevant academic library experience.
• Direct cataloging experience for print and electronic resources.
• Experience coordinating liaison activities and working with faculty.

Responsibilities

• Cataloging both print and electronic resources using AACR2, LCSH, LC, MARC21, and metadata standards.
• Provide reference assistance (face-to-face and virtual).
• Manage deposit of outputs into the AUS institutional repository.
• Coordinate the Archives Specialist and Archives functions.
• Coordinate Copyright services, including rights management / course pack processes.
• Departmental liaison responsibilities, including collection development and instruction.
• Foster links with regional and international partners and disseminate best practice.

Skills

Academic librarianship

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer service

Communication skills

Professional development

Education

MLIS (ALA-accredited)

Tools

AACR2

LCSH

MARC21

Library data standards

WorldShare/OCLC

Job description

The Cataloging and Metadata Librarian role provides specialized cataloging and metadata expertise for the management of print and online resources. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Technology and Technical Services, the areas of responsibility for this role include day-to-day coordination of assigned technical services staff and processes, database maintenance, cataloging, technical processing, as well as working with vendors such as OCLC. The position shares responsibility for acquisitions, serials, and document delivery. Other responsibilities include providing liaison services (collection development, instruction, and outreach) to assigned academic departments; participating in ongoing professional development activities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Cataloging both print and electronic resources using recognized standards including AACR2, LCSH, LC, MARC21, and relevant metadata standards.
• Provision of reference assistance (face-to-face and virtual).
• Manage deposit of outputs into the AUS institutional repository.
• Coordinating the Archives Specialist and Archives functions.
• Coordinating Copyright services, including rights management / course pack processes.
• Departmental liaison responsibilities, including collection development and maintenance, instruction, and other professional activities.
• To foster and maintain strong links and networks with regional and international partners and within the sector, showcasing and disseminating best practice.

Required qualifications and professional experience

• An ALA-accredited (or equivalent) Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS).

• A minimum of two years of relevant experience in academic libraries.
• Direct experience with cataloging, both print and electronic resources.
• Significant practical experience of engaging proactively with faculty and researchers.
• Experience supervising paraprofessionals in an academic library.

Skills & Competencies:

• Experience in international academic librarianship, preferably with an American curriculum institution.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to answer enquiries effectively and to express complex ideas clearly and succinctly, both to a research focused audience and to others.
• Strong commitment to customer service;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work within a diverse multicultural environment.
• A committed approach to library and information provision with a proactive approach to your own continued professional development and that of others.

Technical Skills:

• Substantial experience with AACR2, LCSH, LC classification, MARC21 and library automated systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of best practices, current issues and trends in technical services and library technology.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, indexing and abstracting databases, and related software.
• Understanding of cataloging processes and procedures.
• Experience with Library Services Platform and Discovery layers such as OCLC’s Worldshare platform.