Metadata Librarian_

Position Title:Metadata LibrarianJob Group:Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:Master’s degreePreferred Qualifications:Experience with metadata standards and controlled vocabularies for digital collections.Experience with tools used in the creation, extraction, quality control, and transformation of metadata such as: spreadsheets, CSV's, OpenRefine,, MarcEdit, etc.Familiarity with linked data concepts.Ability to provide consultations or lead workshops on topics related to metadata.Interest in the impact, limitations, and possible use of artificial intelligence (AI) applications in metadata work.Job Description:SummaryThe Metadata Services department of Iowa State University Library is seeking applications for a collaborative and detail-oriented Metadata Librarian I. Metadata Services is responsible for implementing, promoting, and managing metadata strategies to support the discovery, access, sharing, management, and preservation of our library collections ecosystem, which includes physical, electronic, digitized, and born-digital resources. Metadata Services is also committed to creating and using inclusive metadata.Reporting to the Head of Metadata Services, the Metadata Librarian joins the Metadata Unit in Metadata Services. This unit is dedicated to non-MARC metadata creation for the library’s digital collections. The Metadata Librarian collaborates with others in Metadata Services and with Library stakeholders in standardized and accessible metadata creation, enrichment, and quality control, and the application of appropriate controlled vocabularies for the library’s digital collections. The Metadata Librarian may use Excel spreadsheets, Google Sheets, OpenRefine, CSVs, or templates to create and correct descriptive metadata; use OpenRefine, expressions, or scripts to transform metadata; and participate in the development and implementation of metadata creation best practices.Major Duties+ Supports the creation, extraction, editing, and quality control of metadata for digital collections.+ Works collaboratively with colleagues to implement metadata schemas and in developing crosswalks and metadata application profiles to promote access to library materials.+ Assists in the clean-up and reconciliation of local controlled vocabularies with external authority sources to prepare for a linked data environment.+ Participates in cross-department coordination internally and externally to meet library goals.Level Guidelines• Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision• Grasps professional-level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode• Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope• Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained• Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate• May lead projects of limited scope and complexity• May provide guidance to studentsCandidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.Appointment Type:RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:Full timePay Grade:PS807Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.Original Posting Date: August 12, 2024Posting Close Date:August 25, 2024Job Requisition Number:R15303By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (astate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu .If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . 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