[Metadatalibrarians] Job Opening: Metadata Initiatives Librarian @ The Ohio State University Libraries

Thu Aug 9 18:42:35 PDT 2018

On Thu, Aug 9, 2018 at 2:34 PM Terry Reese <reeset at gmail.com> wrote:

> I'd like to highlight a new position at the Ohio State University
> Libraries,
> the new Metadata Initiatives Librarian.  This position has been created as
> part of a larger strategic effort to improve discovery and
> description...and
> place these in the context of a more user focused organization.
> Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will
> be given to applications received by September 2, 2018.
>
>
>
> The full PD can be found at:
> https://library.osu.edu/document-registry/docs/987/stream
>
>
>
> Thank you for your assistance in identifying qualified candidates for this
> position.
>
>
>
> Best,
>
>
>
> --tr
>
>
>
> Metadata Initiatives Librarian
>
>
>
> The Ohio State University Libraries seeks a dynamic and self-motivated
> individual for the position of Metadata Initiatives Librarian. The
> University Libraries are currently accelerating and reconfiguring our
> discovery environment and underlying infrastructures. Building on Digital
> Collections (https://library.osu.edu/dc) and other digital initiatives,
> the
> Metadata Initiatives Librarian will help the University Libraries enhance
> discovery and use of our rich collections and services. The Metadata
> Initiatives Librarian will work collaboratively across the organization to
> advance the University Libraries' metadata program to initiate, plan,
> prioritize, document, and execute metadata activities. Act to ensure that
> metadata for digital collections (often represented by diverse data types)
> are effectively integrated with traditional library collections across
> various discovery tools, metadata is migrated between systems, and metadata
> are being created and maintained according to best practices. Collaborates
> with Head of Bibliographic Initiatives to position the University Libraries
> for the future of user-centered description of library collections.
>
>
>
> Responsibilities:
>
> . Lead development and implementation of metadata guidelines and data
> models. Work with a variety of stakeholders to document guidelines and best
> practices for metadata for the OSU University Libraries across multiple
> platforms. Provide training and support for ongoing creation of metadata
> that meets these standards. Develop data models to support discovery and
> exchange of metadata within University Libraries.
>
> . Leverage metadata for discovery and use of collections. Engage in
> discovery and use initiatives with University Libraries and the library
> community, such as Digital Public Library of America. Assist in the growth
> and development of metadata infrastructure to support digital initiatives.
> In collaboration with the Head of Bibliographic Initiatives and other
> partners, prepare University Libraries for the transition from the present
> MARC focused environment to one that facilitates the management and use of
> linked data.
>
> . Build sustainable workflows and practices. Actively partner across
> University Libraries, including with Preservation and Reformatting,
> Information Technology, and content specialists, to understand needs and
> develop efficient and effective workflows for metadata creation,
> maintenance, and use. Through this collaboration, ensure sufficient
> metadata
> for discovery and management of digitized, born-digital, and physical
> collections.
>
> . Transform metadata. Evaluate, transform, and remediate metadata to
> support
> active efforts to consolidate existing metadata and digital resources from
> a
> variety of legacy tools and to support content creation.
>
> . Engage as member of the leadership team of Acquisitions and Discovery
> with
> responsibility for metadata that robustly supports a user-centered
> discovery
> environment.
>
> . Educate and collaborate. Consult with and advise partners and
> stakeholders
> on metadata issues. Effectively communicate metadata needs and
> specifications.
>
> . Participate proactively on library-wide committees, task forces and
> teams,
> and with partners in the metadata community.
>
> . Manage staffing resources for metadata.
>
> . Contribute to developments in the arena of metadata or discovery through
> active professional engagement and research, presenting and publishing in
> appropriate venues.
>
>
>
> Required Qualifications:
>
>
>
> . An ALA-accredited master's degree, a master's degree with specialization
> in archives, a master's degree in museum studies or a comparable graduate
> degree in one of the above fields from a non-U.S. university, reviewed on a
> case by case basis.
>
> . Substantial expertise with current and emerging issues, trends,
> workflows,
> and best practices in metadata, gained through at least three years of
> professional experience.
>
> . Detailed knowledge of metadata standards such as Dublin Core, VRA Core,
> METS or MODS.
>
> . Demonstrated capabilities leveraging scripting languages and/or tools for
> data manipulation (e.g. OpenRefine, Python, XSLT, etc.).
>
> . Flexibility and creativity in adapting to rapidly changing metadata
> management environments.
>
> . Excellent analytical skills, including complex problems solving.
>
> . Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
>
> . Commitment to librarianship, scholarship, and service which are required
> criteria to meet University and University Libraries requirements for
> promotion and tenure
> (https://library.osu.edu/document-registry/docs/356/stream)
>
>
>
> Appointment:
>
>
>
> This is a full-time, permanent, 12-month appointment. For appointment as a
> tenure-track faculty member, the candidate will be required to meet
> university and Libraries requirements for promotion and tenure. Salary,
> position type, and faculty rank are dependent on qualifications and
> experience.
>
>
>
> Benefits:
>
>
>
> All of the benefits available to you reflect Ohio State's commitment to
> provide high-quality, affordable plans and represent a significant
> component
> of your total rewards for working at Ohio State.  The University offers
> competitive benefits in the form of 22 days of vacation, 15 days sick
> leave,
> 10 holidays, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance, and
> life insurance at 2.5 times one's annual salary. State and alternative
> retirement choices are also available. For a summary of benefits, see:
> https://hr.osu.edu/new-employees/benefits-overview
>
>
>
> Join Us!
>
>
>
> Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will
> be given to applications received by September 2, 2018. Please send cover
> letter, CV, references, and salary requirements to Kristin Gall,
> gall.108 at osu.edu <mailto:gall.108 at osu.edu> .   Please include Metadata
> Initiatives Librarian in the subject field.
>
>
>
> The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified
> applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
> race,
> color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin,
> disability status, or protected veteran status.
>
>
>
>
>
> Terry Reese
>
> Head of Digital Initiatives
>
> University Libraries
>
> 320F 18th Avenue Library, 175 West 18th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210
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>
> 614-292-8263 Office / 614-407-4998 Mobile
>
> reese.2179 at osu.edu / http://library.osu.edu / http://reeset.net
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Margaret Maurer
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