Librarian (Metadata & Web Services)

Toronto Metropolitan University; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Toronto Metropolitan University Libraries seeks a collaborative and innovative Librarian (Metadata & Web Services) to lead the metadata team and support cataloguing functions. This role requires expertise in metadata, user-focused service, and collaboration within a diverse academic environment, aiming to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion at TMU.

Benefits

Paid mid-year break

Health and dental benefits

Tuition waiver for employees and dependents

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience with controlled vocabularies and classification systems.
• Knowledge of MARC21 and RDA cataloguing standards.
• Experience with website development trends and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead metadata team and support cataloguing and discovery environment.
• Supervise OPSEU colleagues and train staff in workflows.
• Collaborate with faculty to manage and support web-based SRC initiatives.

Skills

Collaboration

Metadata knowledge

Flexibility

User-focused service

Education

ALA accredited M.L.S./M.L.I.S. degree

Tools

Ex Libris Alma

CMS platforms

Asana

Job description

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About Toronto Metropolitan

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

About Toronto Metropolitan

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada.

In April 2022, the university announced its new name of Toronto Metropolitan University. Learn more about our next chapter.

About TMU Libraries

A vibrant and innovative centre of exploration, research, creation and learning, TMU Libraries are positioned at the core of the University's academic, research, and community engagement goals. The Libraries support a diverse community of learners and instructors, researchers and scholars, and community experts and entrepreneurs, and are a hub of interdisciplinary SRC. The dedicated team of more than 100 talented individuals supports a growing academic community, including new campuses and a growing number of international students.

In addition to our main campus Library, TMU Libraries also has a Law Library branch and will be opening a Medical Library located at the Brampton campus in September 2025. TMU Libraries provide crucial academic learning, creation, and research resources, programs, services, and spaces. Its unique blend of expertise and programming, coupled with access to leading-edge technology and an array of information resources, fosters a rich academic environment, supporting the University's complement of degree programs, and advancing research and discovery, and community outreach and engagement.

The Libraries are committed to the TRC Calls to Action and are actively exploring ways to decolonize our work and these efforts are further supported by the Mash Koh Wee Kah Pooh Win (Standing Strong Task Force) recommendations. Our ongoing commitment to equity and community inclusion continues to shape and reaffirm our values and priorities as a Library and University.

Working at TMU

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada's leading comprehensive innovation university. At TMU and within our University Libraries, we firmly believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to this path; our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

Dedicated to a people-first culture, TMU is proud to have been selected as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employer. We invite you to explore the range of benefits and supports available to faculty, including access to our diverse faculty and staff networks.

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The Opportunity

Toronto Metropolitan University Libraries seeks a collaborative and innovative librarian to lead the libraries’ metadata team and support our functions in a multi-institutional cataloguing and discovery environment, OMNI. This includes participation in Collaborative Futures Working Groups. Preferably, the librarian will also have experience with library web services so that they can direct the work of IT staff who support our website.

This role may involve liaison work which includes providing expertise in discipline-specific reference, research consultation, library instruction, collection development and collaborative support of graduate programs within the team of liaison librarians. Librarians actively contribute to providing research assistance through both in-person and virtual service points, and may occasionally be required to work non-standard hours, including weekends and evenings. They may be required to create or modify existing research LibGuides.

This role resides within the Collection Services Department under the direction of the Head, Collection Services that reports to the Associate Dean of Libraries for Scholarly, Research and Creative Activities. The librarian will supervise 4 or more OPSEU colleagues and also work closely with several others who participate in cataloguing as they are able. They will maintain policies, train cataloguers, revise workflows and training documents.

The Web Services functions are performed with OPSEU colleagues situated in the Library Information Technology Services Department. The librarian will manage legacy web content, improve workflows, and create documentation and training for the content management system and online library tools. TMU Libraries supports Open Education at the University through its support of open publishing platforms and tools. The Web Services Librarian may be called upon to assist with managing the libraries’ open publishing platform and tools and to liaise with faculty and librarians to provide training and support. The librarian may collaborate with faculty and librarians to develop and maintain web-based Scholarly, Research, and Creative (SRC) initiatives.

The Successful Candidate Must Have The Following Qualifications

• An ALA (American Library Association) accredited M.L.S./M.L.I.S. degree or equivalent degree
• A minimum of one (1) year experience applying controlled vocabularies such as CSH, LCSH, and MeSH, and experience applying classification systems such as LCC, CanadianClass FC and PS, NLM Classification
• Knowledge of and experience with current cataloguing rules and standards particularly MARC21 and RDA
• Ability to respond to staff members’ cataloguing/metadata questions and support their learning
• Ability to learn new skills and to be flexible, navigate ambiguity, and adapt to change in a dynamic environment with creativity
• A commitment to collaboration and collegiality and a strong focus on our users and their ability to find and access resources
• A commitment to the responsibility of Truth and Reconciliation as outlined in the Calls To Action
• A commitment to our values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as it pertains to service, teaching, and scholarly, research or creative activities, including a demonstrated ability to make learning accessible and inclusive for a diverse population
• Knowledge of website development trends and best practices
• A commitment to universal design to maximize accessibility to web resources
  
  

Qualifications

To help us learn more about you, please submit your cover letter and resume in 1 PDF file describing how you meet the following required qualifications:

• Experience with Ex Libris Alma and Primo VE
• Experience with e-resource activation and batch editing
• Understanding of the Ontario and Canadian university libraries consortial landscape with respect to the management of physical resources and access and discovery
• Demonstrated supervisory skills to support a team
• Experience in training and staff development
• Experience working with project management (i.e. Asana) software
• Experience with website development, optimization,usability and accessibility
• Experience with CMS platforms, particularly WordPress, and the ability to manage, troubleshoot, and provide training on the system
  
  

TMU Perks

Benefits

There is something for everyone! Employees are eligible for many benefits, services, and discounts that Toronto Metropolitan University has to offer:

• Mid-year break that provides two weeks of paid time off in addition to your vacation.
• Group benefits include health and dental, employee and family assistance programs (EFAP), and more!
• Tuition waiver for eligible employees and their spouse and/or dependent(s) and Tuition Rebate for eligible employees.
• Toronto Metropolitan University Retirement Planning. A defined benefit pension plan.
  
  

Additional Information (MAC)

Position Number(s)20004282Reports ToHead of CollectionsDepartmentLibraryEmployee GroupMACVacancy TypeTerm - this is an existing positionWork LocationHybrid (in person and remote)Start DateASAPEnd Date1 year from start dateHours of Work36.25Grade C42Salary Scale$68,719 - $109,773Hiring Salary Range$80,000 up to $89,246TA SpecialistLaurie ShemavonianPosting DateJune 11, 2025Application Close DateJune 30, 2025

• Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
• Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site.
• We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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  Not Applicable

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  Temporary

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  Higher Education

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