Job Title Cataloging and Metadata Librarian
Location New Orleans, LA, US
Organization Name Howard Tilton Library
Posting Summary
The Cataloging and Metadata Librarian is responsible for supporting metadata-dependent efforts to manage, expose, and share collections with users, ensuring the uniform application of standards for resource description of the library's physical and digital collections.
The incumbent works with staff in the Tulane Digital Library, Library IT, Special Collections, and Technical Services to develop, implement, and evaluate procedures, standards, and workflows relating to metadata creation within the metadata ecosystem of the libraries. This position also performs both original and complex adaptive cataloging, primarily for the library's special collections, in a variety of formats. The incumbent creates and edits non-MARC metadata using MODS, EAD, MADS and other schema adopted by the library; serves as the Division's resource person for open linked data in library systems; participates in the assessment and continuous improvement of operations and services; and contributes and updates NACO authority records.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES TYPICALLY NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS JOB SUCCESSFULLY:
Ability to create and implement metadata crosswalks
Evidence of cataloging and metadata workflows and services, including authority control and identity management
Knowledge of discipline-specific controlled thesauri such as AAT, TGM, or LCGFT
Knowledge of discovery tools and metadata practices supporting discovery, specifically in both a library and research context
Evidence of organizational and project planning skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a rapidly changing and culturally diverse environment
Minimum Qualifications
Experience using XML and MODS
Experience cataloging using RDA, AACR2R, LCSH, LCC, MARC 21 formats
Experience using OCLC Connexion and an ILS
Minimum Education
MLS from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of academic library roles in support of data management and data management planning, including metadata support
Experience with XSLT
Experience with MADS, METS, EAD, or PREMIS
Experience with a digital asset management system or digital repository
Experience with NACO
How To Apply
To ensure full consideration, applicants must submit a letter of application, résumé, and the names with full contact information of at least three professional references.
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