1. Provides original cataloging/creates metadata for materials in all formats and subject areas. Applies descriptive standards (RDA, AACR2, DCRM, DACS, or VRC, etc.), structural standards (MARC, MODS, METS or EAD, etc.), and controlled vocabularies (LCNAF, or LCSH, etc,). Creates authority records applying standards and best practices, and assigns call numbers using Library of Congress Classification system. 2. Provides intellectual and physical management of ORBIS and other library databases. This may include authority control, record loading, ingesting objects, quality assurance processes, and working with stakeholders throughout the library community. 3. Analyzes bibliographic and metadata problems, recommends policies, develops processes and best practices, and creates documentation. 4. Engages with cataloging and technical service staff, other librarians, curators, and collection managers in an effort to meet their needs, and the needs of our users. 5. Researches, plans and oversees special projects. 6. May manage vendor services and relationships. 7. Trains and revises the work of students, assistants and other librarians. 8. Participates in national metadata/cataloging initiatives, i.e. the Program for Cooperative Cataloging programs (BIBCO, NACO, SACO). 9. Participates in the library's management, assessment, training and development programs. 10. Keeps abreast of national and international developments including new metadata standards, technologies, trends, and techniques. 11. Establishes a record of service to the Library, the University and the profession. 12. May be required to assist with disaster recovery efforts. 13. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skill/ability 1:  Demonstrated ability with the use of library management systems.

Required Skill/ability 2:  Evidence of ability to assess, analyze, plan, and solve problems creatively and collaboratively in a complex, rapidly changing environment.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Evidence of ability to assess, analyze, plan, and solve problems creatively and collaboratively in a complex, rapidly changing environment. Demonstrated ability to succeed in a collaborative, team-based environment. Ability to set priorities and adhere to deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Commitment to a high level of service to faculty, staff and students.

Required Skill/ability 4:  Excellent communication skills. Ability to explain technical services processes and issues to non-specialist audiences. Excellent computer skills. Proven experience with bibliographic services such as OCLC and network-based cataloging tools. Must be proficient in MS Office Suite and familiarity with batch-load processing tools such as MarcEdit.

Required Skill/ability 5:  Knowledge of RDA, LC-PCC PS, MARC, LCSH, LCC, and PCC standards, and good understanding of authority control. Familiarity with current trends and best practices in cataloging and metadata services, and developments in metadata (Linked data, BIBFRAME, etc.)

Preferred Education:  Experience working with the Ex Libris Alma system. Experience with authority control processes. Experience with SQL, database systems, and scripting languages. Experience working with current and emerging standards and tools, e.g., linked data and generative AI. Hands-on experience with controlled vocabularies, thesauri, taxonomies, etc.

Work Week:  Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Posting Position Title:  Catalog-Metadata Librarian

University Job Title:  Metadata Quality and Cataloging Librarian

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:  Experience working with the Ex Libris Alma system. Experience with authority control processes. Experience with SQL, database systems, and scripting languages. Experience working with current and emerging standards and tools, e.g., linked data and generative AI. Hands-on experience with controlled vocabularies, thesauri, taxonomies, etc.

1. Master's degree from an American Library Association accredited library school. In selective cases a graduate degree in a related subject field may be substituted. 2. Demonstrated knowledge of current national cataloging/metadata content and structural standards. Knowledge of subject analysis and classification systems. 3. If supervision of professional and/or support staff is a principal responsibility, supervisory experience is required. 4. Experience designing projects and bringing them to conclusion in a timely fashion. 5. Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications; analytical ability; accuracy and attention to detail. 6. Ability to initiate and adapt to change. 7. Experience working collegially and cooperatively within and across organizations. 8. Experience working collaboratively and independently with varied groups within a complex organization and rapidly changing, team environment.

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