Metadata Librarian: Cataloging, Linked Data & Training

Carl Acrl; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 80,695 - 116,671; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days of vacation

12 days of sick leave

Outstanding health and retirement benefits

Job summary

The University of California, Davis is hiring a Metadata Librarian to lead initiatives in metadata practices and data curation. Reporting to the Head of Content Support Services, the role involves overseeing quality control of cataloging, collaborating on library policies, and training staff. Candidates should have a master's degree in library science and a minimum of five years' experience in metadata creation. The position offers a salary range of $80,695.75 to $116,671 annually, plus benefits including vacation and sick leave.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ professional metadata creation experience with library materials.
• Experience creating and/or editing NACO records.
• Strong commitment to continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Create metadata for diverse materials and oversee quality control.
• Provide training and consultation for colleagues.
• Serve as the library’s NACO and CONSER liaison.

Skills

Metadata creation

RDA and AACR2R experience

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Graduate degree in library science

Tools

OpenRefine

MarcEdit

Job description

The University of California, Davis is hiring a Metadata Librarian to lead initiatives in metadata practices and data curation. Reporting to the Head of Content Support Services, the role involves overseeing quality control of cataloging, collaborating on library policies, and training staff. Candidates should have a master's degree in library science and a minimum of five years' experience in metadata creation. The position offers a salary range of $80,695.75 to $116,671 annually, plus benefits including vacation and sick leave.