Metadata Librarian Job at Shaw University in Raleigh

Reporting to the Director of Library Services, the Metadata Librarian performs a range of functions related to
library technology and systems including cataloging and access of library materials, including print and electronic
monographs and resources in the WMS’ Knowledge Base to make the data more user friendly and accessible.
Duties include cataloging of original materials, description of resources, and organization of print and digital
materials, as well as training, scheduling, and supervision of cataloging assistants. This position also provides
support to empower students to better engage with the technology in the Reading Room, Collaboration Commons,
and Learning Labs areas of the University Library. Duties include metadata description and cataloging, collection
maintenance, and other duties.

Essential Job Functions:

Metadata Description and Cataloging
• Manages cataloging and classification of library resources, including print and digital materials to make
the data more user friendly and accessible.
• Creates original catalog records by identifying and selecting appropriate metadata schema for
classification of library resources in accordance with Library of Congress, RDA, and local
cataloging standards.
• Provides full bibliographic description of library materials.
• Ensures accuracy of call number classification and materials location.
• Provides authority maintenance work as needed to ensure accuracy of bibliographic records.
• Undertakes copy cataloging of materials when appropriate.
• Manages and maintains bibliographic access to digital e-book content.
• Ensures quality and accuracy of e-content records using LoC and MARC standards.
• Downloads and imports bibliographic records.
• Develops approaches to make the Library’s content more accessible and user friendly for both students
and faculty through interfaces and database coding.

Collection Maintenance
• Oversees the growing percentage of digital archives content.
• Engages in regular inventory of library materials to ensure accuracy of records and collections.
• Oversees regular maintenance and review of bibliographic records to ensure quality and accuracy of
resource databases.
• Reviews physical collection and takes part in library collection development initiatives to determine
resource needs based on holdings.
• Creates workflow for digitizing archives content.
• Ensures links to databases and e-resources are working and accurate.
• Produces Libguides as needed or directed.
• Provides recommendations to supervisor on budgetary issues.

Other Duties
• Serves on University Committees and consortium committees as needed or required.
• Engages in proactive discussion and idea exchange with library systems staff and ILS representatives to
improve Cataloging processes.
• Participates in Library projects to improve Library Services.
• Participates in the development of emerging technologies as part of the University Library.
• Collaborates with other members of the library staff and faculty to find ways to innovate resource
access and delivery based on a service model that encourages technology use.
• Oversees cataloging work study assistants.
• Develops cataloging workflows and maintains an updated service manual.
• Maintains and records cataloging statistics.
• Assists in library instruction as part of the Library Liaison program.
• Assists in Public Services as needed.
• Assists in the oversight of university archives.

Liaison
• Networks with teaching and research faculty in assigned programs and schools to promote library
programming and resources.
• Contributes leadership for collection development and weeding for assigned programs and schools.
• Networks, collaborates, and actively participates in local, regional, national, or international organizations
regarding information and reference service, information literacy and instruction, collection development,
and/or assigned subjects and disciplines.
• Serves on/participates in University organizations, committees, task forces, and teams as appropriate.
• Communicates effectively with faculty, students, staff, and administrators.
• Participates as a departmental liaison for faculty and students in designated subjects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises work study students as assigned.

Education and/or Work Experience:
• Graduate degree in Library and Information Science with a focus on metadata and/or descriptive
cataloging from an ALA accredited graduate school required.
• Two years related work experience and/or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Thorough knowledge of Library of Congress classification standards, MARC records, and metadata
description and access.
• Knowledge of RDA.
• Ability to engage in the use of emerging ILS systems.
• Willingness to participate in initiatives to innovate library services and resource access.
• Supervisory experience preferred; second graduate degree or willingness to earn a second graduate
degree.
• Experience using an automated library management system.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work with others on collaborative projects and to improve library workflow.
• Ability to do original and copy cataloging with a 97% or higher accuracy rate.
• Strong service orientation.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and solve problems.
• Attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to follow detailed procedures consistently.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply principles and guidelines independently.
• Note: Job requires mobility, may require lifting of heavy materials.
• Position requires the ability to work at least one night a week and may require ability to work on
weekends as part of staff rotation.

Certificates, Licenses or Registrations:
None.

Other Competencies (skills, abilities, behavior):
Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of the organization. Vision,
commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence are critical. Strong oral and written
presentation skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Excellence in organization,
decision-making, problem-solving, and creating a collaborative environment. Ability to manage multiple projects
simultaneously. Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in English.

Physical Demands:
Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours/day. Some lifting (up to 25 pounds occasionally), bending, and carrying.
The employee is regularly required to talk and hear, and to use hands and fingers to handle or feel.

Qualifications

Education:
Required: Masters.

Experience:
Required: 2 years.
Two years related work experience and/or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Preferred:
Experience using an automated library management system.
Supervisory experience.
Knowledge of RDA.
Thorough knowledge of Library of Congress classification standards, MARC records, and metadata description and access.

Behaviors:
Preferred:
Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject.
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.
Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause.
Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject.
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest.
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity.

Motivations:
Preferred:
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks.
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.

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