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Alexandria Library Technical Services Position Available
by Picken, Suzanne 02 Nov '16

02 Nov '16

*Alexandria Library* *Technical Services Position Available* Cataloging Librarian (Librarian II) *Duties*: - Original and descriptive cataloging and metadata creation involving resources in all formats for input into OCLC and local integrated library system. - Responsible for original and copy cataloging and maintaining authority records of both print and non-print materials (audio-visual materials, digital resources, etc.); legal materials, and non-traditional materials (loose-leaf, folios, bound resources). - Maintain and modify online bibliographic records by adding, replacing, merging, updating, and deleting bibliographic records as needed. - Assignment of DDC and LC call numbers and Library of Congress subject headings for records management. - Manage and maintain cataloging procedures of the Local History/Special Collection’s materials and resources along with supporting projects and digital initiatives. - Manage and maintain cataloging of the Law Library’s materials and resources. - Manage and maintain periodicals through ordering, receiving, claims, and prediction records and ensuring the appropriate retention and disposition of materials and records. - Keep informed of professional developments relating to libraries regarding both traditional and nontraditional services. - Work cooperatively with branches and is responsive to the needs of public services in providing user centered bibliographic services. - Willing to participate and serve on library committees and represents the library in local, regional, and national associations. *Qualifications*: - MLS from ALA accredited library school. - Licensed by the State of Virginia (can apply after hiring). - Knowledge of electronic and traditional cataloging (RDA, AACR2R, DDC, LCSH LCRI, MARC formats). - Knowledge of OCLC as well as current standards, trends, and emerging technologies in cataloging services, including those related to digital libraries. - Experienced use of integrated library systems for cataloging and MARC Edit. - Knowledge of various metadata formats (RDA, Archivist Toolkit, Dublin Core, TEI, EAD, METS, MODS, XML, etc.) for digitization and digital initiatives. - Demonstrated knowledge and recent experience with cataloging services. - Practical knowledge of archival policies and procedures; understanding of and experience in implementing archival hierarchies. - Ability to exercise discretion, initiative, and judgment. - Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. - Demonstrated commitment and ability to work effectively with diverse populations. - Ability to work in a team-based environment and participate in additional activities as assigned. *Schedule*: Monday-Friday 8:00a-5:00p. *Salary*: $51,552.80 - $67,503.02 *Benefits*: The selected employee will earn annual and sick leave and is eligible for health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; retirement plans; long-term disability insurance and long-term care insurance. *Application Instructions* Click here to apply <http://www.alexandria.lib.va.us/client/en_US/home/?rm=EMPLOYMENT+OPP0%7C%7C…> attaching one document containing a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references, preferably supervisory. Address Cover Letter to Ross Farley, HR Manager, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22304. Contact with questions: 703-746-1799, or careers(a)alexandria.lib.va.us.

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Fwd: Fwd: Job posting: Continuing Resources Metadata Professional (GW Libraries, D.C.)
by Picken, Suzanne 01 Nov '16

01 Nov '16

*Apologies for cross-posting* Please visit HR site: http://www.gwu.jobs/postings/36414 for more information. CONTINUING RESOURCES METADATA PROFESSIONAL *POSITION DESCRIPTION: *Under the direction of the Resource Description Coordinator, the incumbent is a member of the Resource Description Group (RDG) and the greater metadata management group within the George Washington University Libraries. The RDG is responsible for describing and providing access to library collections including serial and monographic content in all formats. The RDG plays an instrumental role in helping the Libraries achieve the objectives laid out in its strategic plan, has been involved in and collaborated on the next generation metadata development through BIBFRAME, PCC, and with colleagues worldwide. The NextGen Metadata Professional has the primary responsibility for creating metadata for continuing resources; performing complex metadata revision; and is expected to write scripts (e.g. Python, Perl) for repurposing existing metadata, and identity management work for library’s collections. The NextGen Metadata Professional is expected to collaborate with colleagues from functional areas across GW Libraries and beyond in service of the GW Community and the profession. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: • Master's degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited library program, or a Master's degree in a related information field • *Minimum 1 year of cataloging experience. Professional understanding and knowledge of cataloging principles and procedures, including but not limited to: RDA, LC/PCC PS, LCSH, LC Class.* • *Demonstrated professional knowledge in non-metadata such Dublin Core, MODS, RDA/RDF, etc., thesauri, controlled vocabulary, identity disambiguation and reconciliation* • *Demonstrated knowledge of and proven ability to apply/use current cataloging standards, practices, and tools for original and complex copy cataloging for continuing resources following CONSER standards* • *Demonstrated experience in creating, editing, and transforming non-MARC metadata, such as EAD, Dublin Core, or others.* • *Experience working with OCLC and an Integrating Library System* • *Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and to work creatively, independently, collaboratively,* • *Demonstrated experience with organizational, project and time management skills* • *Demonstrate strong service-orientation, forward-thinking, flexible* • *Effective oral, written communication and interpersonal skills* *Review of applications will begin November 29, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled.* *The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.*

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