Catalog/Metadata Librarian
Rice University is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented
Catalog/Metadata Librarian who will provide leadership in evaluation and
application of current and emerging metadata standards. The
successful candidate will also be responsible for original and complex
copy cataloging of library materials in book and non-book formats,
including visual materials and electronic resources. The position
reports to the Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services in the Technical
Services Department. Cataloging and Metadata Services includes 7
exempt, 9 non-exempt, and 3 part-time temporary staff, plus student
workers.
Responsibilities: Collaborates in a team environment to
evaluate and apply appropriate metadata schemas to provide description
and access for various digital projects of the Library and Rice
University; assists in development and ongoing review of local policies
and procedures for such applications; responsible for associated
authority & quality control; may act as liaison for metadata projects
with other departments within the library and/or other campus groups;
performs original cataloging and cataloging-related work for library
materials in book and non-book formats, coordinating development of new
policies and procedures for new types of material, including consultation
with affected public services staff; performs complex copy cataloging and
cataloging-related work for library materials, particularly for materials
having only vendor-level or other minimal-level records; participates in
departmental and library-wide committees and work groups established to
further various aspects of the Fondren Library mission.
Requirements: ALA-accredited Master of Library Science
degree; knowledge of Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, second edition, and
Library of Congress Rule Interpretations, Library of Congress Subject
Headings, Library of Congress classification, MARC 21 formats, emerging
standards such as RDA; one to three years of original cataloging
experience in an automated environment; experience cataloging books and
one or more non-book format; awareness of national trends in cataloging,
including developments at the Library of Congress and Program for
Cooperative Cataloging; experience with one or more of these metadata
schemas or tools: Dublin Core, EAD, MODS, METS, OAI, VRACore, RDF, TEI,
XML, and relevant thesauri or ontologies, etc.; working knowledge of
German; effective communication skills; good planning and organizational
skills; ability to work without close supervision.
Preferred qualifications: Two years of cataloging experience
in the automated technical services operation of an academic or other
research library; knowledge of two or more European languages; knowledge
of OCLC; familiarity with Sirsi; experience with DSpace.
Salary & benefits: $42,500 minimum, with hiring salary
commensurate with experience and qualifications; no state or local income
tax; 21 benefit days; 8 study days; a range of retirement options
including TIAA/CREF; health and life insurance; and tuition
waiver.
Environment: Rice University provides a stimulating work
environment, with opportunities to participate in the delivery of
innovative library services supported by leading edge technologies.
Fondren Library
(http://library.rice.edu) is a
research library with over 2.4 million volumes and over 35,000
subscriptions. The Library has a state-of-the-art offsite shelving
facility and has recently completed a major building renovation
project. An active program of digital resource delivery and
development is grounded in successful collaboration among library and
University staff from the Digital Library Initiative, other library
departments, and University information technology staff. The
Technical Services Department is committed to using both established and
emerging methods to provide access to library materials.
Houston is a vibrant, multicultural city, with world-class visual and
performing arts ranging from the traditional to the avant-garde. The
fourth largest city in the country, Houston enjoys a moderate cost of
living and easy proximity to the Gulf Coast. For more information,
see:
http://www.explore.rice.edu/explore/General_Information.asp.
Applications received by November 2, 2007 will receive first
consideration. Please apply with cover letter, resume, and the
names, titles, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of
three references at:
https://jobs.rice.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51121.
Inquiries: Melinda Reagor Flannery at (713) 348-3773 or [log in to unmask]
Rice University is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity
employer.
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Jiun Kuo
Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services
Fondren Library MS44
Rice University
Houston, TX 77251-1892
phone: (713) 348-2568
fax: (713) 348-5862
e-mail [log in to unmask] 
