Please see the North Carolina Office of State Personnel's website for full
details on how to apply for this position. Thank you!
http://osp.its.state.nc.us/positiondetail.asp?vacancykey=4804-60083847&printit=no
Position: Library Professional
Working Title: Cataloger/Metadata Specialist
Vacancy Number: 60083847
Salary Grade Equivalent: 65
Competency Level: C
Salary Range: $32965 - $78736
Hiring Range: $32965 - $43655
Department: Cultural Resources
Division: CR CDS ST LIBRARY LSS Metadata/Catalog..
Type of Appointment: Perm Full-Time
Location: Raleigh
Posting Date: 10/06/2009
Closing Date: 11/04/2009
Description of Work
The Cataloger/Metadata Specialist performs original and copy
cataloging and creates MARC records in OCLC and Voyager ILS for State
Library s Government and Heritage Library (GHL) and state agency
libraries. Catalogs materials in varying formats (print, video,
microfilm, electronic) using current cataloging rules and standards
(AACR2, LCRI, MARC, local guidelines), LC and Dewey classification
systems; and LCSH. Manages and coordinates cataloging services for
state agency libraries; consults with agency librarians about
cataloging needs and issues; creates Dublin Core metadata records for
GHL digital collections in CONTENTdm; and assists in developing local
metadata standards. Performs name and subject authority work;
coordinates GHL s efforts to formalize North Carolina name/subject
authorities with other NC libraries through NACO membership. Initiates
& manages special cataloging, metadata, and database maintenance
projects. This position is at the contributing level.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of professional library & information science principles,
methods, & practices; current LC & OCLC policies, practices &
standards; one or more major metadata standards; and trends, issues, &
best practices in cataloging & metadata. Excellent interpersonal,
verbal, & written communication skills; ability to provide training to
other staff. Ability to effectively use technology, including
CONNEXION Client and an integrated library system. Demonstrated
ability to perform original & copy cataloging in various formats;
appropriately apply cataloging rules & procedures; and perform
authority verification. Ability to plan, organize, & establish
priorities and projects, and establish & maintain effective working
relationships with state agency libraries, and work independently and
in a collaborative team environment. Aptitude for complex analytical
work with attention to detail. Demonstrated problem solving skills &
flexibility. Experience with NACO a plus.
Training and Experience Requirements
Master s degree in library and information science or a related
discipline; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Degree must be received from appropriately accredited (ALA)
institutions or regionally accredited programs in North Carolina.
Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
How to Apply:
All applicants must complete and submit a separate state application form
(PD-107) for employment for each position for which an applicant wants to be
considered. Include the vacancy number on each application submitted.
"Resumes" in lieu of state application are not acceptable. To obtain an
application form, access http://www.osp.state.nc.us/jobs/ applications.htm
via the Internet. SEND ALL APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT DIRECTLY TO THE
DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL RESOURCES HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE ADDRESS AS SHOWN
BELOW: Delivered by US Postal Service Human Resources Office N.C. Department
of Cultural Resources 4603 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-4603
CONTACT: 919-807-7373.
Received on Wed Oct 07 2009 - 10:04:43 EDT