Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services

Description

This is a professional, full-time, twelve-month, tenure track faculty position responsible for directing the goals and assignments of staff responsible for cataloging and metadata creation in MARC and other encoding schema for all collections, including collections in CONTENTdm, Digital Commons (institutional repository), and ArchivesSpace, and promotes a collaborative and cohesive work environment. Regularly consults with librarians and staff to optimize productivity and collaboration to support the mission of the university and to ensure efficient workflows supporting discovery of the library's print and digital content. Provides staff with opportunities for advanced training concerning cataloging and metadata description, and access to keep pace with the growth of the library's digital content. Works under limited supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the director of the R.W. Steen Library.