Cataloging and Metadata Services Specialist

How You Will Contribute

As a key member of the Library and Archives team, the Cataloging and Metadata Services Specialist assists with operations across the department. The Specialist is responsible for performing a wide range of tasks and procedures primarily related to: copy cataloging, performing metadata creation and enhancement across Library & Archives systems, physical processing, and shelving.

Specifically, you will:

• Copy-catalog materials in all formats, which includes performing routine metadata creation, record enhancement, holdings updates, and item creation for library materials
• Assist the Cataloging and Systems Librarian with original cataloging of library materials, as needed.
• Collaborate with the department on metadata enhancement across the various platforms managed by the Library & Archives.
• Maintain, adhere, and contribute to documentation of cataloging policies, procedures, workflows, and statistics reporting in coordination with the Cataloging and Systems Librarian.
• Support the Collection Services Specialist with inventories, circulation duties, interlibrary loan, and processing departmental mail.
• Receive materials which includes but is not limited to managing check in, processing, labeling, rehousing, claiming and/or withdrawing library materials.
• Perform physical processing for all library materials which includes but is not limited to taking action on mislabeled, misshelved, miscataloged, uncataloged, and/or damaged materials found in the stacks.
• Train and inform patrons about Library & Archives services and activities.
• Assist the Cataloging and Systems Librarian in monitoring trends (e.g. linked data, BIBFRAME, Wikidata, controlled vocabularies) within the cataloging and metadata communities and in collaboration with the department evaluate for incorporation into workflows and documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your background and experience include:

• BA/BS
• Demonstrated ability in maintaining records and data in various information, library, and other content management systems and repositories
• Demonstrated experience in copy-cataloging procedures or database maintenance guidelines
• Familiarity with metadata standards such as MARC, AACR2/RDA, LCSH, LC authorities, and LC classification and shelf listing
• Demonstrates a forward thinking approach to cataloging and metadata practices with a focus on aiding discovery to collections.
• Consistent and accurate attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Aptitude for technology and a willingness to learn new skills

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