Assistant Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services/Metadata Coordinator
Rice University is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented
Assistant Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services/Metadata
Coordinator. The successful candidate will assist the Head of
Cataloging and Metadata Services in management, direction, fiscal
oversight, and long-term strategic planning for the Department,
serves as Metadata Coordinator and operational manager for the Copy
Cataloging Unit (7 FTE). The Department includes 5 exempt, 7
non-exempt, and 2 part-time temporary staff, plus student
workers. The position reports to the Head of Cataloging and Metadata
Services in Technical Services.
Responsibilities: Works closely with the Head of Cataloging and
Metadata Services and other colleagues in both Technical and Pubic
Services to set and continually evaluate priorities for all
categories of work performed in the Copy Cataloging Unit. Assists
Department Head with the general management of the Department,
including development of cataloging, metadata, and database
management policy and procedures, individual and group performance
measures (including statistics), gifts and bulk purchase processing,
outsourcing, developing uses of library system and other automation,
and longer-term planning and strategic development of the Department
and its functions. Provides leadership in a team environment with
Cataloging and other staff to evaluate and apply appropriate metadata
schemas to provide description and access to various digital projects
of the Library and Rice University. Keeps up-to-date with national
metadata standards and schemas and is responsible for interpreting
and adapting those for local purposes. Acts as liaison for metadata
projects with other departments within the library and/or other
campus groups. Provides training or technical advice to library
staff regarding resource description and metadata
assignment. Manages and coordinates metadata projects. May
supervise project staff. Serves routinely on standing and ad hoc
committees. Occasional duties: assists with complex member copy and
original cataloging as needed; manages special projects undertaken by
the Department as assigned by the Department Head; represents the
Department in the absence of the Department Head.
Requirements: ALA-accredited Master's degree in Library Science; two
years of successful supervisory and/or project management experience,
preferably in an academic library; thorough knowledge of non-MARC
metadata standards and practices (e.g. Dublin Core, EAD, TEI, MODS,
METS, OAI, XML) and demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging
national cataloging standards (e.g. LC classification, LCSH, MARC 21,
AACR2, LCRIs, RDA, FRBR, etc.); thorough knowledge of bibliographic
utilities, preferably OCLC, and vendor services; thorough knowledge
of integrated library systems, preferably SirsiDynix; excellent oral
and written communication skills; project management skills; proven
ability to solve problems; leadership and training skills and an
ability to reach consensus with diverse constituencies; ability to
recommend solutions in areas not under direct supervision;
flexibility in performing different tasks as library needs change;
commitment to enhancing services through teamwork; ability to
prioritize work to ensure that departmental and library goals are
realized; demonstrated commitment to staff development and continuing
education.
Preferred qualifications: Familiarity with DSpace; original
cataloging experience; reading knowledge of one or more Western
European languages; familiarity or experience with the acquisitions
module in an integrated library system; familiarity or experience
with collection development principles and practices in an academic library.
Salary & benefits: $49,500 minimum, with hiring salary commensurate
with experience and qualifications; no state or local income tax; 21
benefit days; 8 study days; a range of retirement options including
TIAA/CREF; health and life insurance; and tuition waiver.
Environment: Rice University provides a stimulating work
environment, with opportunities to participate in the delivery of
innovative library services supported by leading edge
technologies. Fondren Library
(<http://library.rice.edu/>http://library.rice.edu/) is a research
library with over 2.6 million volumes and over 81,000 serial
titles. The Library has a state-of-the-art offsite shelving facility
and completed a major building renovation project in 2006. An active
program of digital resource development and delivery is grounded in
successful collaboration among library and University staff from the
Center for Digital Scholarship, other library departments, and
University information technology staff. Technical Services is
committed to using both established and emerging methods to provide
access to library materials.
Houston is a vibrant, multicultural city, with world-class visual and
performing arts ranging from the traditional to the avant-garde. The
fourth largest city in the country, Houston enjoys a moderate cost of
living and easy proximity to the Gulf Coast. For more information,
see:
<http://www.explore.rice.edu/explore/General_Information.asp>http://www.explore.rice.edu/explore/General_Information.asp.
Applications received by July 30, 2010 will receive first
consideration. Please apply with cover letter, resume, and the
names, titles, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of
three references
at:
<https://jobs.rice.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52355>https://jobs.rice.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52355.
Inquiries: Melinda Reagor Flannery, Assistant University
Librarian/Search Coordinator at (713) 348-3773 or e-mail
<mailto:reagor_at_rice.edu>reagor_at_rice.edu. Rice University is an
affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.
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Jiun Kuo
Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services
Rice University
Fondren Library MS44
P.O. Box 1892
Houston, TX 77251-1892
phone: (713) 348-2568
fax: (713) 348-5862
e-mail kuo_at_rice.edu
Received on Mon Jun 21 2010 - 14:50:07 EDT