Supervisory Librarian (Cataloging and Metadata Unit Supervisor) (Vacancy#:VAR003445)

Library of Congress; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Library of Congress, National Audio-Visual Conservation Center, seeks a Head of the Cataloging and Metadata Unit within the Moving Image Section. This role will oversee processes to receive, organize, and create inventory control and cataloging records for the moving image collection and related materials.

The incumbent works with significant independence under broad policies and guidelines, providing leadership and expert judgment to ensure accurate and accessible metadata across the

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Cataloging and Metadata Unit responsible for inventory control and cataloging records for moving image materials.
• Work independently with broad policies and guidelines pertaining to moving image materials.

Job description

The position serves as the Head of the Cataloging and Metadata Unit and reports directly to the Head of the Moving Image Section at the National Audio-Visual Conservation Center at the Library of Congress.

The Unit which this individual supervises is responsible for receiving, organizing and creating inventory control and cataloging records for all moving image collection items and related materials acquired by the Library of Congress. The incumbent works highly independently, exercising considerable independent judgment, and carries out duties and responsibilities in accordance with broad overall guidelines and policies pertaining to moving image materials.