Remote-Friendly Cataloging Librarian, Special Collections

University of California, Davis

Davis (CA)

Hybrid

USD 75,000 - 121,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

University of California, Davis invites applications for a Cataloging Librarian to advance discovery, organization, and curation of library resources. The role leads original cataloging, especially for special collections, and serves as an internal expert on metadata practices and Linked Data initiatives.

The position includes training others and collaborating across the Content Support Services Department.

Qualifications

Graduate degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent.
Two+ years of professional cataloging experience.
Ability to learn and apply new technologies and metadata practices.
Knowledge of standards and developments related to resource description and access.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to meet UC criteria for Librarian Series advancement.

Responsibilities

Create metadata for diverse materials, including special collections.
Provide training and consultation within the Metadata Creation and Discovery Unit.
Set cataloging priorities and decide in-house vs vendor processing.
Serve as NACO and CONSER liaison for the library.
Design and participate in database cleanup and enrichment projects.
Test and evaluate Linked Data metadata creation environments and train staff.
Maintain knowledge of current metadata standards and tools.
Contribute to committees and professional activities.
Engage in ongoing research, scholarship, or teaching as an academic appointee.
Carry out other duties as assigned.