Metadata & Catalog Librarian: Discovery & Standards

University of Central Missouri - James C. Kirkpatrick Library; Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cataloging and Metadata Librarian to enhance access to library resources. This full-time position focuses on ensuring data integrity and quality in cataloging while managing electronic resources. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in addressing metadata needs and adopting new standards, contributing to the library's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly impact the academic community and support initiatives that promote social justice and accessibility in information services.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in library technical services, including cataloging.
• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure access to library collections through effective cataloging.
• Engage in best practices and workflows for library operations.

Skills

Cataloging

Metadata Management

Supervisory Experience

Library Information Technology

Data Quality Assurance

Education

Master’s degree in Library/Information Science

Tools

OCLC

MARCEdit

OpenRefine

OCLC Connexion

Alma

Job description

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cataloging and Metadata Librarian to enhance access to library resources. This full-time position focuses on ensuring data integrity and quality in cataloging while managing electronic resources. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in addressing metadata needs and adopting new standards, contributing to the library's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly impact the academic community and support initiatives that promote social justice and accessibility in information services.