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job posting - Media Service Specialist at American University Library
by Robert Kelshian May 31, 2018

May 31, 2018

Hi All, We have an opening for the job below. Please feel free to pass this along to qualified folks who might be interested. Thanks, Rob https://careers.american.edu/Staff/job/Washington-Media-Services-Specialist… Summary/Objective The Media Services Specialist manages the day-to-day operations of the Media Services unit within the Library's Access Services division, including during evening and weekend hours. The incumbent assists AU faculty with identifying and scheduling visual material, and manages scheduling systems for materials and viewing spaces. This position also assists faculty with instructional technologies. The incumbent ensures the accurate cataloging of items in the Media Services collection and contributes to the library's social media activities to promote media content to the AU community. The incumbent maintains a high level of engagement with library systems and technology used by Access Services and is a resource in the development of technical expertise throughout the Division. Other duties include assisting the Access Services Program Analyst in ensuring the continuity and categorization of data between systems and ensuring the quality and effectiveness of library software, applications, reporting scripts, and queries. The incumbent also has primary responsibility for hiring, supervising, scheduling, and training the part-time front line staff. Work Environment * This position reports directly to the Media Services Manager * Directly reporting to this position are 10-15 student assistants Position Type/Expected Hours of Work * 35-Nonexempt Salary Range * $22.11 - $23.53/hr Required Education and Experience * A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience * Three years supervisory experience, with the attendant skills of motivating, training, and allocating work * Strong knowledge of a variety of business, educational, and library computer systems such as OCLC products, Alma, Blackboard, Microsoft Office (including significant experience with Excel or Access), Adobe Suite * Strong written and verbal communication skills and problem solving abilities * Experience dealing with confidential information * Ability to resolve conflicts and handle stressful and/or emergency situations * Sound judgment with the ability to use discretion, work independently, and complete projects by deadlines * Ability to collaborate on many different levels and resolve problems * Attention to detail and a strong ability to prioritize and multi-task, including the ability to reprioritize tasks to resolve urgent issues that arise * Advanced computer skills and the ability to adapt to constantly changing procedures and computer systems Preferred Education and Experience * Demonstrated understanding of the mission and functions of a research library and information needs of academic users * Experience modifying, developing, or programming simple online applications * Familiarity with Office 365, Excel Macros, Visual Basic for Applications (in any Office Application), and/or Javascript, Python, or PHP (or any higher level language) highly desirable Additional Eligibility Qualifications * The position is classified as essential personnel, and the incumbent is required to work in the event of the University operating with limited staffing * Hiring offers for this position are contingent on the successful completion of a background check Robert Kelshian Director of Access Services American University Library - EAU calvin(a)american.edu<mailto:calvin@american.edu> 202-885-3282

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What's in a name?
by Denise M Branch May 29, 2018

May 29, 2018

Hello Members, We have heard from some of our members that our name, DC Ex Libris User Group, is too limiting and does not reflect who we truly represent as a region. There is interest in changing our name to something that is more suitable for the region. A couple of suggestions we have heard is DMV and Mid-Atlantic. Our regional group represents a number of member sites, including Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC. This email has the goal of evaluating a proposed name change for the DC Ex Libris User Group. It is designed to allow members to express their opinions about the idea of a change and to provide suggestions for a new name. Here are names of all the ELUNA Regional User Groups (RUGs) in the United States: - Bluegrass Users Group <https://el-una.org/rugs/united-states/kvug/> (eBUG) (formerly KVUG) - DC Ex Libris User Group <https://el-una.org/rugs/united-states/dcexlibris/> (DCExLIBRIS) - Georgia (GIL) Users Group Meeting <https://el-una.org/rugs/united-states/gugm/> (GUGM) - Great Lakes User Group <https://el-una.org/rugs/united-states/glug/> (GLUG) - Hawaii User Group <https://el-una.org/rugs/united-states/hvug/> (HUG) (formerly HVUG) - Northeast User Group <https://el-una.org/rugs/united-states/ema/> (ENUG) - Northwest User Group <https://el-una.org/rugs/united-states/nweg/> (NWEG) - Southcentral Users Group <https://el-una.org/rugs/united-states/elsug/> (ELSUG) - Southeast User Group <https://el-una.org/rugs/united-states/sevug/> (ELUNA-SE) - Southwest User Group <https://el-una.org/rugs/united-states/eswug/> (eSWUG) - Upper Midwest Users Group <https://el-una.org/rugs/united-states/umwelug/> (UMWUG) Please feel free to express your ideas and suggestions for a name change. Thank you in advance for your interest and providing fresh perspectives. Best, Denise Branch Chair, DC Ex Libris User Group -- Denise M. Branch Head, Continuing Resources Virginia Commonwealth University VCU Libraries 901 Park Ave / PO Box 842033 Richmond, VA 23284-2033 PH: 804-828-6436 Email: dmbranch(a)vcu.edu Fax: 804-828-5672

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Position opening at Georgetown University Library - Metadata Librarian, Digital and Special Collections
by Picken, Suzanne May 8, 2018

May 8, 2018

Job Description - *Responsibilities & Requirements* - *Metadata Librarian, Digital and Special Collections – Main Campus Libraries* - *The Georgetown University Library* <https://www.library.georgetown.edu/about/mission> is an agile organization that respects the heritage of the past while anticipating the requirements of the 21st century. By providing preeminent services, collections and spaces, the Library shapes the creation of knowledge, conserves culture for posterity, and transforms learning and research. - *The Metadata Librarian* works collaboratively with other Metadata Librarian(s) and Metadata Specialists to support the discovery of and access to Library acquired materials in a variety of languages and formats, special collections, and digital content through metadata creation, analysis, enrichment, and maintenance according to local and national cataloging and metadata standards. Reporting to the Head of Metadata Services, the Metadata Librarian has duties that include but are not limited to: - *Original Cataloging* - Performs original and complex copy cataloging for monographic, in both English and non-English languages in a variety of subject areas. - Uses the nationally accepted standards of the Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2 revised ed.) and the LC Rule Interpretations (LCRIs) for descriptive cataloging, the Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) for subject access and Library of Congress call numbers for classification of materials. - Upgrades less than full member OCLC member copy of bibliographic records by adding LC call numbers and subject headings. - Creates name authority records according to NACO standards. - Contributes authoritative name headings to the NACO database. - Resolves cataloging problems and conflicts identified by paraprofessionals within the Department. - Participates in training and support activities for paraprofessionals. - Works closely with the Unit Head to develop efficient workflow for cataloging monographic materials. *Rare Book and Digital Object Cataloging* - Performs original and complex copy cataloging for rare book monographic materials in a variety of subject areas and languages. - In addition to the nationally accepted standards stated above, catalogs according to descriptive cataloging rules found in the Descriptive Cataloging of Rare Materials (Books), 2nd edition. - Describes digital resources using the appropriate metadata schema (preservation, access, description, etc.) to support Georgetown University Library's digital collections. Metadata is provided within the digital library systems and/or within OCLC for inclusion in the local system *Library Contributions and Professional Development* - Serves on library and university-wide committees and task forces; participates in local consortia and regional and national associations. - Contributes to the profession through writing for publication, presentation, and/or active involvement in professional associations at the national or regional level. - Continually acquires new knowledge and updates skills to enhance professional performance in all areas of responsibility. - Keeps abreast of developments, trends and issues in the library field. - Monitors trends and maintains currency in emerging issues within areas of expertise. - Participates in meetings and in planning. - Suggests revisions in policies and enhancements to services. - Participates in achieving library-wide priorities; prepares statistics and writes reports. *Requirements* - Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from ALA-accredited institution - 2 or more years of professional metadata creation experience in an academic or research library - 2 or more years of professional experience creating metadata for rare and special collections - Demonstrated knowledge of MARC and non-MARC metadata formats, standards and schema, such as Dublin Core, METS, EAD, TEI, MODS and AAT - Working knowledge of descriptive bibliography and issues specific to rare materials - Working knowledge of current metadata standards such as FRBR, Resource Description and Access (RDA), Program for Cooperative Cataloging/Library of Congress Policy Statements, Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), Library of Congress Classification (LCC), and other emerging standards - Experience with a national bibliographic utility, such as OCLC, and a local online system, such as Alma *Preferred qualifications* - Knowledge of issues and current trends in metadata, discovery tools, digital library development, digital preservation, and cataloging standards and practices - Knowledge of preservation metadata schemas and practices - Proficiency in Latin and reading knowledge of 1 or 2 modern foreign languages - Working knowledge of special collections and rare book metadata standards including Descriptive Cataloging of Rare Materials and Books (DCRM(B)), Descriptive Cataloging of Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance, and Early Modern Manuscripts (AMREMM), and RBMS (Rare Books and Manuscripts Section) genre terms - Experience using DSpace or other digital asset management systems - Demonstrated programming skill and ability (e.g., Python, PHP, and Java), especially related to metadata manipulation - Experience with MarcEdit or other MARC editing tools - Aptitude for complex, analytical work with attention to detail, demonstrated problem-solving skills, and flexibility - Ability to work in a continually changing environment, to exercise initiative, and to work independently as well as part of a team *Submission Guidelines:* Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions. *Need Help:* If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here <http://ideaa.georgetown.edu/ada> for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa(a)georgetown.edu. Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500 If you are applying for a Faculty position, please contact the Department if you have any questions regarding your application. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website <https://georgetownworks.georgetown.edu/>. EEO Statement: Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer <https://sites.google.com/a/georgetown.edu/human-resources-policy-manual/aca…> fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law <http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf>*.*

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