Metadata and Resource Management Librarian

University of Alabama Libraries; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The D'Angelo Law Library at the University of Chicago seeks a Metadata and Resource Management Librarian to enhance the discoverability of its extensive collections. This role involves creating metadata, managing digital resources, and collaborating with library staff to support the academic community. Ideal candidates will have an MLS degree and experience in academic or law libraries, with strong communication and analytical skills.

Benefits

Relocation allowance for qualifying expenses

Wide range of benefits programs

Qualifications

• Prior work experience in an academic, research, or law library.
• Experience with metadata creation, including MARC formats.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Creates metadata in the library catalog and through other discovery platforms.
• Enables access to the library’s digital resources.
• Manages projects that support the work of the Collection Services Department.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

MLS from an ALA-accredited library school

Job description

Location: D'Angelo Law Library Hyde Park - Chicago, IL

Description
The D'Angelo Law Library contributes to the academic and scholarly success of the University of Chicago and Law School communities by providing rich collections and resources, maintaining a premier scholarly environment, and delivering superior library services. D'Angelo's collections are among the world's finest for law research and enable comprehensive access to legal scholarship and interdisciplinary resources. D'Angelo occupies five floors in the central tower of the Law School's Laird Bell Quadrangle and is a valued partner in the Law School's community of scholarship, teaching, and learning. The D'Angelo Law Library is part of the University of Chicago Library system, working cooperatively with other campus libraries to ensure rapid access to print and digital collections, research and study spaces, and expansive services. D'Angelo team members foster and maintain a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture to provide the highest level of service to the prolific and evolving University of Chicago Law School and University communities.

Under the supervision of the D’Angelo Law Library’s Associate Director for Collection Services, the Metadata and Resource Management Librarian participates in a wide range of Collection Services operations to support all facets of resource description and to facilitate discovery of the library’s print and digital collections. D’Angelo’s Collection Services Department acquires, organizes, and provides discovery to the vast materials available to the University of Chicago community in all languages and in all formats. The Metadata and Resource Management Librarian creates and maintains accurate metadata in the library catalog, the library website, the Law School’s institutional repository, Chicago Unbound, and in other discovery platforms and tools. The Metadata and Resource Management Librarian works on projects to create access to collections and resources through web pages, online guides and digital exhibits. As part of the Collection Services Department, the librarian creates access to online and print content expediently and ensures that these materials are easily discoverable by our users.

Responsibilities:

• Creates metadata in the library catalog, the library website, and through other discovery platforms.
• Enables access to the library’s digital resources by ensuring accurate URLs and enhanced discoverability of purchased and subscribed resources.
• Supports the discovery of digital resources through electronic resource management and troubleshooting.
• Manages projects that support the work of the Collection Services Department and the D’Angelo Law Library.
• Develops, maintains and enhances use of the library’s collections through digital projects including web exhibits.
• Assists with adding and maintaining content and the development of the Law School and D’Angelo Law Library archives.
• Performs original cataloging and classification, including NACO authority work, in accordance with national standards and library-wide policies for materials in a variety of languages and formats including print and electronic, continuing and integrating resources, and monographs including rare books.
• Works as part of a collaborative team on metadata creation and projects across the Library system.
• Participates in the development and evaluation of the Collection Services department and D’Angelo policies and procedures.
• Serves as a resource for other library staff.
• Serves on D'Angelo and University Library committees and groups, as well as professional organizations at national, regional, and local levels.

Required:

• MLS from an ALA-accredited library school or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and an advanced degree.
• Prior work experience in an academic, research, or law library.
• Experience with metadata creation, including MARC formats, particularly serials and integrating resources.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred:

• Experience cataloging in OCLC including authority work.
• Experience working with legal materials and collections.
• Experience managing electronic resources.
• Experience working with archives in multiple formats.
• Experience working with digital imaging software.
• Successful project management experience.
• Knowledge of at least one foreign western European language.
• Problem solving and leadership skills.

Application Instructions
To Apply: Submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, and reference contact information online through the University of Chicago's Academic Recruiting website: https://apply.interfolio.com/167610. Review of applications will begin after June 8, 2025. Screening of applications will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed.

Salary and Benefits: $68,000 - 76,000 annually. The position also includes a relocation allowance for qualifying expenses.

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Questions: Contact the University Library Human Resources department at [e-mail].

Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email [e-mail] with their request.