Smith College Hiring for Cataloging/Metadata Librarian at Smith College Full Time

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Job Summary

The Cataloging and Metadata Services Librarian will supervise the Metadata Technologies Librarian in the Cataloging and Metadata Services department. They will manage and do the cataloging of physical and digital resources, including a focus on special collections copy-cataloging, in a variety of formats and subjects. The successful candidate will develop and maintain metadata policies and procedures, and stay current on national cataloging and metadata policies and issues. They will also foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional growth within the department, ensuring that cataloging and metadata services meet the evolving needs of library users.

Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College’s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Essential Functions

Management: (15%)

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for the cataloging and metadata services department that aligns with the mission and goals of the library and the college.

• Lead, mentor, and manage the Cataloging and Metadata Services team, including the Metadata Technologies Librarian.

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional growth within the department.

• Work closely with colleagues across the library to ensure that cataloging and metadata services support the evolving needs of library users.

Cataloging Operations & Authority Control: (45%)

• Manage the cataloging of physical and digital resources in a variety of formats and subjects, including original and complex copy cataloging using OCLC Connexion, RDA, and LC Classification.

• Develop and maintain metadata policies and procedures, and remain current on national cataloging and metadata policies and issues.

• Collaborate with other campus resources when language or format expertise is necessary.

• Evaluate and enhance existing MARC records to meet Five College cataloging requirements.

• Work with consortium partners in the Five Colleges to develop procedures, resolve problems, and ensure consistency.

• Collaborate with College Archives, faculty, and others to organize and bring under intellectual control institutional repository materials stored in ScholarWorks.

• Participate as a member of the NACO Massachusetts Five College Funnel to provide authority control for Smith scholarship.

• Update the Smith catalog to reflect headings changes and evolving national standards.

Special Collections Collaboration: (20%)

• Create records or facilitate copy-cataloging initiatives for unique materials, including but not limited to rare books, manuscripts, serials, and other materials

• Serve as a liaison between the Cataloging and Metadata Services department and the Special Collections department to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.

• Be involved with limited outsourcing of special collections original cataloging needs

• Train or facilitate training for special collections staff use of FOLIO

Metadata Services: (20%)

• Develop and implement metadata services that support the discovery, access, and use of library resources and materials.

• Collaborate with colleagues across the library to create metadata for digital collections and institutional repositories.

Other Functions

All employees are expected to participate in the College’s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills, education, experience, certifications, licenses)

• 3-5 years of experience in cataloging and metadata services, preferably in an academic setting.

• MLS/MLIS degree from an ALA-accredited program OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness in interactions with coworkers and a willingness to reflect those principles in descriptive work.

• Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing a cataloging or metadata services team.

• Experience cataloging records in WorldCat using OCLC Connexion Client or WorldShare Record Manager.

• Ability to train colleagues and prepare effective training materials and documentation.

• Demonstrated interest in professional development, including attending conferences, membership or leadership in committees, and NACO training.

• Experience using an integrated library system like FOLIO, Alma, or similar.

• Ability to work outside of bibliographic comfort zones, including non-Roman scripts or rare books and music cataloging.

Skills

• Applied knowledge of RDA, LCSH, LC Classification, MARC21, and Qualified Dublin Core.

• Familiarity with AACR2, Getty vocabularies, RDF, Wikidata, and linked data.

• Demonstrated ability to lead a team and work in a team-based setting where consultation, flexibility, collaboration, and cooperation are essential.

Additional Information

For the care and safety of our community, Smith College requires that all employees be vaccinated as a condition of employment and as such, the incumbent will be required to be immunized against COVID-19 on or before their first day of employment. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Individuals may seek medical or religious exemption with HR, but must do so prior to their arrival.

Please attach BOTH a current resume and a cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position . Be sure you have provided all attachments before submitting your application. You will NOT be able to attach additional files after you have hit the Submit button.Review of applications will beginDecember 4, 2023Compensation Grade:Grade JPosition Type:Regular

About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at [email protected].

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.