Continuing Resources Metadata and Catalog Librarian, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT

Brigham Young University’s Harold B. Lee Library  seeks a Continuing Resources Metadata and Catalog Librarian. The Continuing Resources Metadata and Catalog Librarian performs original and derived cataloging, including Library of Congress classification and subject analysis for electronic/print serials (journals), online databases, and electronic resources. They Participate in the development of emerging metadata ontologies, including BIBFRAME, RDF, schema.org, and other linked-data and semantic web applications. They serve as the library’s leader in contributing to the Cooperative Online Serials Program (CONSER) of the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC).

One who applies to this position should have reading knowledge of at least one European language, demonstrated interest in technical services and serials library issues on the regional, national, and international level. Also, they should have knowledge of cataloging and classification principles and rules, knowledge and skills in applying cataloging and classification standards, and demonstrated potential for leadership.

This is a continuing faculty status track position (equivalent of tenure) in the Harold B. Lee Library at BYU. Benefits include support for research, presenting, and publishing along with vacation, insurance, retirement savings, and appreciation for work-life balance. BYU is located in Provo, Utah, with easy access to a wide variety of recreational opportunities, sports and cultural events.

BYU is a privately owned and operated university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church.

For complete job announcement and to apply, go to:

https://hrms.byu.edu/psc/ps/PUBLIC/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Employee&SiteId=70&JobOpeningId=78750&PostingSeq=1

Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2019.

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Electronic Resources Resident Librarian, Bates College, Lewiston, ME

Bates College seeks applications for a two-year (with optional one-year extension) Electronic Resources Resident Librarian. This residency position provides an opportunity for an entry-level librarian to explore and gain professional experience as an academic librarian.

The Electronic Resources Resident Librarian position is allocated half-time to technical services and electronic resources, reporting to the Associate College Librarian for Collection Management and Scholarly Communications. The remaining half-time is distributed among other areas within Information and Library Services. The Resident Librarian will spend the first six months rotating through various functional areas of the library, archives, and curricular technology. After the initial rotation is complete, the resident will commit the remaining half-time to the functional area(s) of their choice.

The Resident Librarian is encouraged to actively engage in research, scholarship, and professional activities, and will be supported in pursuing professional development opportunities and in honing skills for future employment. The Resident will have access to a broad network of supportive colleagues and will be provided with both library and campus mentors. The Resident will also have the opportunity to attend professional conferences and Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) Diversity Alliance residency cohort meetups.

For full information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/60078

Data Services Librarian, Clemson University, Clemson, SC

Clemson University Libraries seek an entrepreneurial librarian to lead the Libraries data management initiatives. The Data Services Librarian will develop and provide services that support faculty, researchers, and students in the discovery, use, preservation, and visualization of data. The Data Services librarian will coordinate and teach instruction sessions and programming related to research data management and provide consultations for researchers in collaboration with subject librarians. This is a 12-month tenure track Faculty position and works under the direction of the Head of Library Technology.

For more information: https://media.clemson.edu/humanres/recruiting/Data-Services-Librarian.pdf

To apply: http://apply.interfolio.com/60004

 

Head, Knowledge Access, New York University, New York, NY

New York University Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of Head, Knowledge Access. The ideal candidate will provide strategic direction and leadership, both within the Knowledge Access Department and throughout the Division of Libraries, for the development, implementation, and assessment of metadata infrastructure, policies, and practices. The Head will actively lead a strategic re-design of library metadata services that promotes innovation in support of NYU’s teaching and research mission. To this end, the Head will direct major change initiatives in response to evolving user demands, technological innovation, and emerging data models (RDF, BibFrame, Linked Data).

Reporting to the Associate Dean of Knowledge Access and Resource Management Services, the Head, Knowledge Access is responsible for all operational areas of the Knowledge Access Department, including establishing metadata policies, strategies, and best practices, overseeing resource allocation, and conducting assessment. This position administers metadata services for the Libraries, directs database and discovery systems quality management, and leads the outreach and development of internal and external partnerships related to metadata services. The Head provides leadership and administrative oversight for 25 professional and paraprofessional staff and directs the assignments of staff responsible for metadata creation transformation, remediation, and maintenance (both MARC and non-MARC) at all levels, in all formats and for all collections.

To view the full description and apply, visit http://apply.interfolio.com/59729 Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Salary/Benefits: Faculty status, attractive benefits package including five weeks annual vacation. Salary commensurate with experience and background.

EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

E-Resources Access Librarian, University of Colorado, Denver, CO

The University of Colorado Denver’s Auraria Library seeks an E-Resources Access Librarian who will lead the Library’s efforts to meet the challenges of accessing and managing electronic resources. The E-Resources Access Librarian is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and troubleshooting access to Auraria Library’s licensed and open access electronic resources. This position works closely with colleagues in the Technical Services Division and across the Library’s other divisions to ensure reliable access to and discovery of E-Resources across various platforms and discovery points. This librarian is committed to staying abreast of trends and best practices related to discovery and access and is comfortable with the continuously changing landscape of electronic resources. With over 80% of the Library’s $3.6M learning materials budget dedicated to electronic resources and the majority of Auraria Library’s users accessing E-Resources from off campus, this position plays a vital role in the research and learning of Auraria campus’s students, faculty, and staff.

As a faculty member, the librarian participates on Library and campus-wide committees and in CU Denver faculty governance. The E-Resources Access Librarian engages in fulfilling the research and educational missions of the Auraria Library and the three institutions on the Auraria Campus – the University of Colorado Denver, the Metropolitan State University of Denver, and the Community College of Denver. This position is in the Technical Services Division of the Library and reports to the Discovery and Metadata, Department Head.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school or program.
• Experience managing electronic resources

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing current and emerging library technologies including integrated library systems, discovery layers, and/or URL resolvers.
• Experience cataloging electronic resources in an academic or research library.

Start Date: Spring 2019.

For full details and to apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=15700.

Application Deadline: This position is open until filled. For full consideration, apply by March 3, 2019. Applications received after March 3, 2019 may or may not be considered.

https://library.auraria.edu/about

Electronic & Digital Resources Cataloger, Getty Research Institute, Los Angeles, CA

The Getty Research Institute (GRI) Research Library seeks a creative, forward-looking, collaborative, and service-oriented Electronic and Digital Resources Cataloger. The position reports to the Head of Library Technical Services and takes the lead in the workflows that establish and maintain discovery of and access to the library’s electronic and digitized resources. The position provides cataloging and bibliographic metadata related to internal and external electronic resources and locally digitized resources. The position also supports, as needed, the cataloging unit in a variety of print resource workflows. As a key member of a cross-unit electronic resources management team, the position communicates with various Library units for managing electronic resources in such functions as acquisitions, cataloging, collection development, and user services. The position also collaborates internally regarding bibliographic metadata related to digitized resources. Review of applications will begin 11 March 2019 and all received before then will have priority.

Please follow this link for more details and to apply:

https://jobs-getty.icims.com/jobs/3131/electronic-and-digital-resources-cataloger/job

Metadata Librarian for Serials and Electronic Resources, Samford University, Birmingham, AL

The Samford University Library is seeking an ambitious and creative individual interested in serving in a Christian university environment to fill the position of Metadata Librarian for Serials and Electronic Resources. Located in suburban Birmingham, Samford is the largest privately‐ funded and fully‐ accredited institution of higher learning in Alabama. The University Library serves the academic community of more than 5,500 undergraduate and graduate students and more than 500 teaching faculty. You can learn more about our distinctive university at www.samford.edu .The librarian in this position reports to the chair of the Cataloging Department, which is composed of three librarians and two staff members. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and maintaining comprehensive intellectual control of and access to electronic resources as well as print serials at Samford University Library.

Rank and Salary Twelve‐ month, non‐ tenure track, faculty appointment; salary commensurate with experience; generous benefits/vacation package; tuition remission.

Required Qualifications

• ALA-accredited master’s degree in library or information science
• Library technical services experience with cataloging and serials

For the the full job description, responsibilities, and the application procedure please visit https://www.samford.edu/employee/faculty-employment-opportunities/Meta-Data-Librarian-for-Serials-and-Electronic-Resources-December-2018.pdf