[Metadatalibrarians] Position announcement: Metadata Librarian Georgetown University
Susan Leister
sel44 at georgetown.edu
Mon Jun 2 14:54:30 PDT 2008
*Metadata Librarian - Washington, D.C.**
*The Georgetown University Library seeks a Metadata Librarian to manage
and coordinate activities relating to metadata production for digital
materials acquired or held by the University Libraries.
***Responsibilities:* The Metadata Librarian coordinates or participates
in digitization projects in the planning and implementation of metadata
provision for digital resources; formulates, implements and documents
Library's policies, procedures, and best practices for use of metadata;
performs original cataloging and complex copy-cataloging of library
materials in all subjects and formats; coordinates the collection of
usage statistics within the Technical Services department; and
participates in library and university-wide initiatives as required.
*Requirements*: Masters in Library or Information Science from an
ALA-accredited program or combination of equivalent degree and
experience; minimum of 2 years experience working with metadata in a
digital library environment; demonstrated ability to develop, execute,
and assess a successful digital project; experience with one or more of
these metadata standards and trends: Dublin Core, VRA Core, EAD, MODS,
XML and XML technologies. Knowledge of AACR2, MARC, LC Classification,
LCSH and national cataloging standards desirable.
*Salary/Benefits/Rank: * Salary commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including 21 days/year paid leave;
medical; TIAA/CREF; tuition assistance. This is a 12-month,
Academic/Administrative Professional (AAP) appointment.
Apply online at*
http://www.library.georgetown.edu/employment/index.htm*. Review of
applications begins immediately and continues until filled.
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer
Susan Leister
Head, Original Cataloging and Metadata Services
Lauinger Library
Georgetown University
Washington, D.C. 20037
202-687-1557
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