Metadata Analysis Librarian

Description

Working Title: Metadata Analysis Librarian

Rank: Lecturer

Job Number: 512845

Job Description: The Metadata Analysis Librarian is an entry-level position that focuses on the creation, maintenance, analysis and enrichment of metadata representing the Library’s collections. The Librarian also works on high priority, unique projects, such as: analysis of themes relevant to diversity, inclusiveness, and equity within the Library’s collections; recommendations for increasing the ability of the Library’s collections in service of its most marginalized communities; and development of policy to enhance the accessibility of metadata creation processes. The Librarian is expected to communicate effectively about projects with colleagues and the professional community.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an ALA-accredited master’s degree program in library and/or information science or early career information professional or related field
• Professional commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Evidence of strong analytical and problem solving skills;
• Working knowledge of at least one metadata creation and editing tool (e.g. OpenRefine);
• Familiarity with at least one non-MARC metadata standard (e.g. Dublin Core)
• Experience working with metadata in a digital library environment;
• Familiarity with or knowledge of Linked Data;
• Excellent time management and ability to successfully handle multiple priorities;
• Effective interpersonal, communication and presentation skills;
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously;
• Ability to establish and build collaborative working relationships with a wide range of people;
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:   

• Demonstrated commitment to service;
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and diversity;
• Familiarity with archival descriptive standards (especially DACS) and/or encoding standards (especially EAD and EAC-CPF);
• Demonstrated skills with tools for data manipulation, such as Open Refine, XSLT, or a scripting language such as Python or Ruby.  

Employment Conditions:

• Must have background Check

How to apply for this job: Applications must be submitted online at https://careers.pageuppeople.com

Quick Link:  http://careers.pageuppeople.com/968/cw/en-us/job/512845/metadata-analysis-librarian

Employee Category: Administrative & Professional

Percent Employment: Full-time

Pay Range: $52,000

Department: Library

Work Location: Blacksburg, VA

Review Date: 3/12/2020