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Position Announcement: Head, Resource Description & Metadata Services, George Mason University
by Meghan K Manahan Jan. 10, 2014

Jan. 10, 2014

Apologies for cross-posting Revised Re-Posting Head, Resource Description & Metadata Services (FA391z) George Mason University Libraries The George Mason University Libraries seeks a creative and dynamic leader to provide direction and vision for our Resource Description and Metadata Services (RDMS) department. As part of Mason Libraries Technical Services Group, you'll work with talented and motivated librarians and staff who process a healthy volume of print and electronic materials. This is a forward-looking department that optimistically plans for the future of acquisitions and cataloging. We have good workflows in place for receiving and cataloging, and consult on and participate in metadata creation across the libraries. We are looking for someone who is energized by cataloging and wants to be a part of a team that envisions and enacts the future of cataloging at Mason! This is a highly collaborative position, offering the opportunity to continue and extend good relationships with a number of colleagues across the Libraries, including the Head, Resource Acquisition, the Information Analyst for Technical Services, Digital Programs and Systems Group, Collection Development & Preservation, Special Collections & Archives, and Liaison Librarians. Some details: RDMS staff is comprised of professional faculty librarians (3 FTE) and cataloging staff (8 FTE). This position manages ongoing workflows and special projects for the Unit, which encompasses receiving, and copy and original cataloging of library materials in all formats, including digital, multimedia, and special collections material. Incumbent determines best practices for cataloging and descriptive workflows; provides quality control for processed materials utilizing various metadata standards; ensures bibliographic integrity by actively using authority control; and edits and updates database records using batch process tools, such as MARCEdit. Required Qualifications: - ALA-accredited MLS or ALA-recognized foreign equivalent; - Experience with cataloging operations including original cataloging and quality control; - Significant experience with RDA, AACR2, LCC, LCSH, MARC21, OCLC Connexion; - Experience with new and evolving information access standards and metadata schemes (Dublin Core, EAD, etc.); - Demonstrated effective supervisory leadership; - Demonstrated successful organization, communication and interpersonal skills; - Strong service orientation and commitment to the profession; - Collegial, team-focused management orientation. Preferred Qualifications: - 1-2 years of supervisory experience; - 3-5 years of cataloging experience; - Project management experience; - Cataloging knowledge of at least one foreign language; - Experience with providing access to digital resources; - NACO training; - Experience working with systems and tools currently in use at Mason Libraries, including: Ex Libris Voyager and Primo, MARCEdit, Luna, Omeka, and DSpace. Appointment/Benefits: 12-month professional faculty appointment with rank dependent on qualifications and experience. Health plan options and paid life insurance; several retirement plans, including TIAA-CREF; 24 vacation days and 12 paid holidays; tuition waiver for self. The university is a member of the Washington Research Library Consortium, the Virtual Library of Virginia, the Center for Research Libraries, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, the Coalition for Networked Information, and the Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition. For more information please visit library.gmu.edu or www.gmu.edu/<http://www.gmu.edu/>. Applications: All applications for this position (FA391z) MUST be submitted online at George Mason's employment page <http://jobs.gmu.edu/>. Applicants must submit letter of application, resume, and names, addresses (including e-mail) and phone numbers of three current references. Questions should be directed to Debra Hogan, Executive Assistant to the University Librarian, <dhogan1(a)gmu.edu<mailto:dhogan1@gmu.edu>>. Review of applications begins February 5, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled. Great Careers Begin at Mason! George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education. Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in 198 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create. If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/! George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition. George Mason University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity.

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Annual Meeting
by John D Bartles Dec. 9, 2013

Dec. 9, 2013

Hello everyone, I had originally hoped to have the annual meeting in January, but will be unable to make it happen. I will work to host the annual meeting in the spring. I should have a date posted on the list-serv in January 2014. I will be asking Ex Libris to send a rep, as we had at our last annual meeting. If there are specific topics you would like addressed, please forward those to me. I imagine we will be interested in hearing how those who migrated to Alma are getting along. Also, if you would like to present on a special topic or project that you have been involved in, let me know and I will see about putting it on the program. Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season! John John D. Bartles, Associate Professor Learning Resources Prince George's Community College 301 Largo Road Largo, MD 20774 301-322-0469 DISCLAIMER: This e-mail and any file(s) transmitted with it, is intended for the exclusive use by the person(s) mentioned above as recipient(s). This e-mail may contain confidential information and/or information protected by intellectual property rights or other rights. If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, copying, or action taken in relation to the contents of and attachments to this e-mail is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender and delete the original and any copies of this e-mail and any printouts immediately from your system and destroy all copies of it.

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Annual Meeting for DC ExLibris
by John D Bartles Sept. 14, 2013

Sept. 14, 2013

Hi everyone, Due to a health matter and other circumstances beyond my control, I was unable to plan the Annual Meeting for this fall. When I assumed leadership responsibilities for DC ExLibris, I sent a survey of the membership. The majority of responses favored Annual Meetings in the Fall and at locations easily accessible to public transportation. Since Annual Meetings are a vital part of our work with Ex Libris, I would like to begin working towards the next Annual Meeting as soon as possible. I offer January 17th, 2014 at Prince Georges Community College as the next Annual Meeting. My library was renovated in 2008 and still looks remarkably good. I can accommodate 50 people. This is the capacity of the largest meeting room in the library. I can also offer 3 breakout rooms. Each are wired and have monitors, projection devices, pc's, etc. At our last meeting at the Folger, in October of 2013, we were able to offer that at no-charge with a lunch-on-your-own. We will have to consider a fee for lunch for the meeting at Prince Georges. I will be in touch with Ex Libris and the larger Users Group to see about defraying expenses. When I have all the information for that, I will finalize the plans and begin the registration process. At the time the registration site goes live, I will be asking for presentation ideas. Since we will have 3 breakout rooms, we will be able to have multiple presentations in different categories. I hope this will meet with everyone's approval and I look forward to seeing many of you in January. Best, John D. Bartles Cataloger/Systems Administrator Prince Georges Community College 301 Largo Road Largo, MD 20774 301-322-0469 DISCLAIMER: This e-mail and any file(s) transmitted with it, is intended for the exclusive use by the person(s) mentioned above as recipient(s). This e-mail may contain confidential information and/or information protected by intellectual property rights or other rights. If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, copying, or action taken in relation to the contents of and attachments to this e-mail is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender and delete the original and any copies of this e-mail and any printouts immediately from your system and destroy all copies of it.

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89th Annual PTPL Meeting Registration Open
by Picken, Suzanne Sept. 3, 2013

Sept. 3, 2013

* Registration for 89th Annual Meeting: Register Here<http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/events?eventId=735905&EventViewMode=Ev…> * - When* 11 Oct 2013* - 9:00 AM - 4:10 PM - Location Mason Inn Conference Center & Hotel -- George Mason University, Fairfax, VA - Registration - * 1. Early-bird registration - $120.00 (USD) * (ends 9/27/13; includes annual membership fee) - * 2. Standard registration - $130.00 (USD) * (includes annual membership fee) - * 3. Student - $110.00 (USD) * - * 4. Membership only - $20.00 (USD) * (Dues only; does not include conference) Registration fee includes PTPL membership, conference, continental breakfast, and lunch. -- Suzanne Picken Integrated Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 301 390-2039 O 301 390-2020 F WRLC <http://www.wrlc.org>

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Fwd: [Ptpl-board] Let's begin to post!!
by Picken, Suzanne Aug. 22, 2013

Aug. 22, 2013

** ** ** ** Apologies for cross-posting.**** ** ** *SAVE THE DATE -- Registration Opens 9/3/13** PTPL** 89th ANNUAL MEETING* **** *e-Books: Lifecycle Management and Workflows*** Additional information on speakers, schedule, travel, and accommodations can be found here: PTPL 89th Annual Meeting<http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/2013meeting> Speakers: *Joyce Tenney*: University of Maryland, Baltimore County **** *Barbara Anderson*: Virginia Commonwealth University **** ** ** *Elizabeth Kupke*: Georgetown University **** *Tiffany Wilson*: University of Maryland, Baltimore County Additional Information:**** ** ** The Mason Inn Conference Center & Hotel is located on the campus of George Mason University in Fairfax, VA. Please visit their webpage<http://www.themasoninnva.com/>for information on accommodations and travel information. **** ** ** ** ** -- Suzanne Picken Integrated Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 301 390-2039 O 301 390-2020 F WRLC <http://www.wrlc.org>

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Position Announcement: Head, Resource Description & Metadata Services, George Mason University
by Meghan K Manahan Aug. 14, 2013

Aug. 14, 2013

Apologies for cross-posting Head, Resource Description and Metadata Services (FA391z) George Mason University Libraries The George Mason University Libraries is seeking a creative and experienced librarian for the position of Head, Resource Description and Metadata Services. This department head position provides leadership and vision for access to and description of all library research materials including digital resources and data. In particular, the Libraries seek a dynamic leader to provide direction, guidance and training for this talented and motivated department. Supervises three professional faculty (librarians) and eight support staff. This is a highly collaborative position, working closely with a number of colleagues across the Libraries, including the Head, Resource Acquisition, the Information Analyst for Technical Services, Digital Programs and Systems Group, Collection Development and Preservation, Special Collections and Archives, and Liaison Librarians. Oversees daily operations, manages daily workflows and special projects (which encompasses copy and original cataloging of library materials in all formats, including digital, multimedia, special collections material and data-sets), determines best practices for cataloging and descriptive workflows, provides quality control for processed materials utilizing various metadata standards, ensures bibliographic integrity by actively using authority control, updates database records using batch process tools such as MARCEdit, organizes, plans, and coordinates special projects and communicates activities and priorities to colleagues, implements project management plans for new cataloging and metadata initiatives, and directly catalogs some unique collections. Qualifications/Required: - ALA-accredited MLS or ALA-recognized foreign equivalent - Significant experience with cataloging operations including original cataloging and quality control - Significant experience with RDA, AACR2, LCC, LCSH, MARC21, OCLC Connexion - Cataloging knowledge of at least one foreign language - Experience with new and evolving information access standards and metadata schemes (Dublin Core, EAD, etc.) - Significant experience with an integrated library system - Demonstrated effective supervisory leadership - Demonstrated successful organization, communication and interpersonal skills - Strong service orientation and commitment to the profession - Collegial, team-focused management orientation Qualifications/Preferred: - 2-3 years of supervisory experience - 5 years of professional-level cataloging experience - Project management experience - Experience with providing access to digital resources - NACO training - Experience working with systems and tools currently in use at Mason Libraries, including: Ex Libris Voyager and Primo, MARCEdit, Luna, Omeka, and DSpace. Appointment/Benefits: 12-month professional faculty appointment with rank and salary dependent on qualifications and experience. Health plan options and paid life insurance; several retirement plans, including TIAA-CREF; 24 vacation days and 12 paid holidays; tuition waiver for self and relocation assistance. The university is a member of the Washington Research Library Consortium, the Virtual Library of Virginia, the Center for Research Libraries, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, the Coalition for Networked Information, and the Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition. For more information please visit library.gmu.edu or www.gmu.edu/. Applications All applications for this position (FA391z) MUST be submitted online at the George Mason University employment page <http://jobs.gmu.edu/>. Applicants must submit letter of application, resume, and names, addresses (including e-mail) and phone numbers of three current references. Questions should be directed to Debra Hogan, Executive Assistant to the University Librarian, <dhogan1(a)gmu.edu>. Review of applications begins September 10, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled. Great Careers Begin at Mason! George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education. Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in 198 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create. If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/! George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition. George Mason University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity.

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Fwd: PTPL Scholarship Announcement for 2013
by Picken, Suzanne May 7, 2013

May 7, 2013

*PTPL SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT 2013* Potomac Technical Processing Librarians (PTPL) announces the availability of two $1,000 scholarships for future librarians interested in technical services. Students living or working in the PTPL membership region (DC, Maryland, Virginia) and who are currently enrolled in an ALA-accredited Library and/or Information Science program, including distance education programs, are invited to apply. Criteria Requirements for the Award: 1. The applicant must be a full or part-time student in Library and/or Information Science at the Master's level at the time of the award and have completed at least one three-hour credit course. 2. The applicant must demonstrate an interest in library technical services through employment, course of study, or research interests. Technical services is work "…dedicated to acquisition, identification, cataloging, classification, and preservation of all kinds of library materials." (see: ALCTS, http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alcts/about/index.cfm*).* To apply, please submit the following materials and note that all submissions must be in MS Word to Mimi Games at mgames(a)wcl.american.edu: 1. PTPL scholarship application (2013PTPLscholarshipApplication.docx<http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/Resources/Documents/2013PTPLscholarshi…> ) 2. Two written references 3. Current resume 4. One-page, double spaced statement of the applicant’s interest in library technical services *DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 14, 2013* The scholarships will be awarded by August 30, 2013, and publicly announced at the annual PTPL meeting in the fall. The recipients will receive a free one-year membership in PTPL and have registration fees for the annual conference waived.

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DC ExLibris Regional Users Group Meeting at ELUNA
by Picken, Suzanne April 26, 2013

April 26, 2013

Just a reminder if you are planning to attend ELUNA 2013 next week (May 1-3)-- *DC Ex Libris User Group (DCExLibris)* Thursday 5/2/2013 | 5:00-6:00pm | Classic Center – Athena C | RUGs | B.11.01 Hope to see many of you there in Athens, GA! Suzanne -- Suzanne Picken Integrated Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 301 390-2039 O 301 390-2020 F WRLC <http://www.wrlc.org>

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PTPL Sponsored Workshop on RDA, May 15-16
by Picken, Suzanne April 9, 2013

April 9, 2013

*RDA from Scratch for Catalogers with Shana McDanold* Theories and Practicalities (Wednesday, May 15, 2013) Hands on RDA (Thursday, May 16, 2013) 9 AM - 4 PM Georgetown University’s Lauinger Library Wilbert B. Dubin Memorial Classroom (Room 156) 37th & O Streets NW, Washington, DC 20057-1174 Directions/Parking/Transportation: http://otm.georgetown.edu/ Shana McDanold, Head of the Metadata Services Unit at Georgetown University, will present a two day workshop on RDA. This workshop will explore RDA with a specific focus on theories, practicalities, authority work and hands on cataloging. The workshop will take the student through understanding the theories behind RDA and then cataloging by RDA standards. Topics to be covered include: *Day One* · Theory and background - What is FRBR? Where did RDA come from? How is RDA different from AACR2? · Bibliographic records - RDA Core, LC/PCC Policy Statements, and the BIBCO Standard Record · Authority records - RDA Core and NACO** *Day Two* · Additional discussion of bibliographic and authority records · Hands on practice for textual monographs *Registration*: Two-day workshop: $100 PTPL members and non-members All registration must be submitted via the PTPL web site: http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/ *Due date*: May 1, 2013 * * *Payment*: Online via credit card/PayPal/or register online and mail check to Linda Wirth (Treasurer) For questions about registration, please contact Linda Wirth (Treasurer) via e-mail at wirthll(a)verizon.net or by phone (703) 978-0831. ______________________________________________________ Potomac Technical Processing Librarians (PTPL), a regional affiliate of the Association for Library Collections & Technical Services, is a professional organization for technical services librarians in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia. For general information about PTPL, contact Mimi Games, Chair, at mgames(a)wcl.american.edu. The PTPL Executive Board and Advisory Council gratefully acknowledge the kind support of GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES in making their Dubin Memorial Classroom available for this workshop.

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ELUNA 2013
by Picken, Suzanne April 5, 2013

April 5, 2013

If you are planning on attending ELUNA 2013 in Athens, GA, please consider attending the DCExLibris User Group meeting to be held Thursday, May 2, 2013, 5:00pm-6:00pm at the Classic Center,Athena C. Come and discuss ideas, locales, etc. for future DCExLibris meetings. Hope to see many of you in Athens! Suzanne * * -- Suzanne Picken Integrated Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 301 390-2039 O 301 390-2020 F WRLC <http://www.wrlc.org>

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