Digital Metadata & Cataloging Specialist

NEW YORK LIBRARY ASSOCIATION

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 80,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Columbia University Libraries seeks a Metadata Operations Specialist to provide operations assistance in cataloging and metadata records management as part of Columbia University Libraries’ operationalized metadata processing as well as for grant-funded projects.

Responsibilities include creating cataloging and metadata records, performing quality reviews, contributing to authority files (LOC Name Authority File, ISNI and Wikidata), and assisting with database maintenance for MARC and non-MARC

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience required.
Working knowledge of metadata tools and systems.
In-depth knowledge of metadata formats and content standards.
Familiarity with cataloging standards and procedures (RDA, MODS, MARC 21, LCSH, FAST).
Aptitude for complex, analytical and detailed work.

Responsibilities

Create cataloging and metadata records for digital resources in MARC and non-MARC formats using established standards.
Perform quality review and remediation of metadata across formats.
Contribute new names to the Library of Congress Name Authority file and to identity databases (ISNI, Wikidata).
Assist with database maintenance for descriptions in MARC and non-MARC data.
Perform other duties as assigned.