Metadata Librarian (Pasadena, CA)

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Date:  Fri, 7 Mar 2008 19:27:21 -0500
From:  Patty De Anda (Library Associates) <pdeanda_at_libraryassociates.com>
Subject:  Metadata Librarian (Pasadena, CA)


Library Associates Companies (LAC) is seeking a Metadata Librarian for a
prestigious University located in Pasadena, California. This is either a 
part-time or
full-time position with the possibility of subsequent hire. This 
position calls for a
candidate with serials management experience to assist with original 
cataloging,
link resolution services and database maintenance activities within the 
Metadata
Services Group. The candidate must have an expert knowledge of standard 
library
cataloging standards such as MARC, AACR2, OpenURL, and tools such as OCLC
Connexion and will coordinate the work of staff members, distributed in 
various
library departments, and is responsible for quality control of metadata 
in assigned
areas of responsibility. This position reports to the Metadata Group 
Manager.

NOTE: Non-local candidates will be considered but travel, relocation, 
and housing
reimbursements are not provided at this time.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DUTIES:

 

LINK RESOLUTION MANAGEMENT AND TROUBLESHOOTING

    * Monitor acquisitions and cataloging workflow and activate link 
resolution services
in Ex Libris SFX upon addition of new resources to the library collection.
    * Create original local SFX Knowledge Base records as required.
    * Edit local serials coverage thresholds as required after SFX 
monthly Knowledge
Base updates.
    * Synchronize linking services between the ILS and SFX.
    * Investigate access issues and resolve problems by using licensing 
and payment
records and publisher information to correctly configure SFX link 
resolution services.
    * Stay current of best practices in electronic resource management 
and apply them
to department workflow.

DATABASE MAINTENANCE AND AUTHORITY CONTROL

    * Perform weekly heading report maintenance activities in Innovative 
Millenium
integrated library system.
    * Monitor Library of Congress changes in subject headings and apply 
global
updates to bibliographic records.
    * Create original authority records as required.
    * Oversee special projects such as bulk ingest/edit of bibliographic 
records
for large serials packages.

CATALOGING

    * Perform rush cataloging
    * Oversee copy cataloging and resolve complex copy cataloging issues.
    * Create original cataloging records for all media formats and 
synchronize
cataloging records with link resolver services as required.
    * Investigate serials title changes and edit cataloging and link 
resolver records.
    * Be available as mentor and export on metadata to both internal and 
external clients.

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIVITIES

    * Compile and analyze electronic statistics form a variety of sources.
    * Administer internal record keeping systems for tracking licensing 
information.
    * Participate in various department meetings and activities.
    * Other duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

    * BA/BS with 2-5 years of relevant work experience mandatory. MLS 
from an
ALA accredited institution or international equivalent preferred.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & DESIRED ABILTIES

    * OpenURL - Expert
    * Experienced with cataloging procedures, AACR2, MARC, Holdings and 
Authorities
    * Experienced with evolving metadata standards and best practices
    * Microsoft Windows, Office proficiency
    * Excellent oral and written communication skills
    * Ability to work independently and within a team situation.

 

TO APPLY:

·        Please email your resume and cover letter to 
jobs_at_libraryassociates.com, with a courtesy
copy to Joanne Schwarz, jschwarz_at_libraryassociates.com.

·        Please reference position title AND the position ID #910 as the 
subject line of your email.

    * Library Associates Companies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative 
Action employer
that values diversity in the workforce
 

Patty De Anda
Communications Coordinator
Library Associates Companies

8383 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 355
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
800 987 6794 toll free
323 302 9439 local
323 852 1093 fax
www.libraryassociates.com
pdeanda_at_libraryassociates.com


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