[Metadatalibrarians] Job Posting: Metadata Acquisition Specialist

[Katy Davis]

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LAC Federal seeks an experience Metadata Acquisition Specialist to work for a client in Beltsville, MD. The Specialist will support the development and maintenance of metadata files received from publishers. Work will be performed on-site. This is an ongoing, annually renewed, full-time (40 hour a week; Monday - Friday) benefited position.

Responsibilities:

  *   Support the development and maintenance of metadata files received from publishers, coordinates with publishers and other suppliers, and maintains records on licenses and agreements.
  *   As new metadata is received, the Specialist is responsible for reviewing supplied metadata for compliance with established standards and works with supplies to remedy noncompliant metadata.

Requirements:

  *   Degree in Information Science, Information Architecture or Information Management; MLS preferred
  *   Knowledge of XML
  *   Familiar with common metadata standards used in libraries such as MODS, PubMed JATS, RDA
  *   Ability to identify errors in metadata
  *   Knowledge of library automation/cataloging platforms including OCLC, AGRICOLA, and Voyager.
  *   Excellent analytical and communication skills.
  *   Creative problem solving abilities.

To apply, visit: https://goo.gl/ygm5Lw



Katy Davis
Recruiting Assistant
LibGig - LAC Group
(323)302-9432
Katy.davis at libgig.com