Integrated Libraries Systems Management Librarian

Description

The Integrated Library System Management Librarian manages the Integrated Library System Management section of the Cataloging Department which is responsible for metadata and systems-related tasks, generating Ex-Libris Analytics reports, troubleshooting, problem solving, and ensuring database quality. The ILSM Librarian is responsible for managing catalog metadata, including production and quality assurance, analyzing and executing bibliographic record loads into the catalog, and monitoring and managing outsourced contract cataloging. This position liaises across library departments providing key support for the integrated library system and playing a unique role in ensuring that the University of Georgia Libraries take full advantage of existing technologies. The position investigates and adapts new technologies in acquiring, organizing, and presenting information to its faculty, students, and other users outside the UGA Libraries.  

Materials handled by the Integrated Libraries System Management Section include those for the Main, Science, Special Collection Libraries and off-campus research facility libraries. The Cataloging Department catalogs over 30,000 books, serials, microforms, and non-book materials yearly. The Department consists of 10 faculty and 17 support staff positions. The Integrated Library Systems Management Librarian participates in the Cataloging Department management group and the GIL Coordinating Group, in addition to various University System of Georgia functional committees. The University of Georgia Libraries participates in GIL, a statewide-interconnected implementation of the Ex-Libris system. The Department participates in the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC), including NACO, SACO, and CONSER, as well as OCLC ENHANCE. In all activities, the goal is to develop a service-oriented, efficient, and effective staff. 

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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