Metadata and Discovery Librarian

Description

This position's initial duties will include metadata creation, analysis, and enrichment for scholarly resources in all formats, including copy and original cataloging, institutional repository, and special collections. Collaborates with the Digital Services Librarian to make FGCU's digital collections, including ETDs, special collections, and archives discoverable on the Web. Works closely with staff from E-resources, Web, and Systems to ensure the optimal performance of the library's web-scale discovery platform. Performs regular maintenance of the library catalog to ensure that bibliographic information is current and correct and trains library technical assistants to perform copy cataloging to acceptable standards. Minimum Qualifications: MLS/MLIS degree from an ALA-accredited program or foreign equivalent. Experience with cataloging and metadata standards and schema such as RDA, AACR2, LCSH, MARC, MODS, Dublin Core. Experience with integrated library systems and online bibliographic utilities. Experience with spreadsheets.   To Apply: Visit http://jobs.fgcu.edu & apply to Req. #1880. Deadline date: 01/15/2014. Applications are only accepted online. FGCU is an EOE, which has a commitment to cultural, racial, & ethnic communities & encourages women & minorities to apply. It is expected that successful candidates share this commitment.