Metadata Librarian, Special & Digital Collections – Georgetown University Library

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Metadata Librarian, Special & Digital Collections – Georgetown University Library

Job Overview

Under the general direction of the Unit Head of Metadata Services, this position will perform complex and original cataloging and metadata enrichment/enhancement for Booth Family Center for Special Collections materials and digital content in a variety of languages and formats. This position will provide expertise and input in the development, implementation, and assessment of metadata policies and procedures of Georgetown University Library; serve as a metadata expert to support the digital scholarship efforts of the Library; advise staff and users on metadata standards; assist in development and implementation of metadata best practices, tools, procedures and workflows; plan integration of metadata between systems and extending relationships between resources; and lead the Library's efforts to support, improve, and increase the overall discoverability of local/unique special and digital collections. The incumbent will also participate in cooperative metadata endeavors such as NACO; actively participate in local and national discussions relating to the access, retrieval, description, and management of library resources; monitor external emerging trends and development in the metadata field; and assist the Unit Head to develop and coordinate appropriate strategies for organizing, providing access to and enabling discovery of information; serve as a backup to the Unit Head for inter-departmental work related to Metadata, Electronic Resources, and Acquisitions.

Work Interactions

Work interactions for this position include the following:

• Works closely with curators, liaison librarians and technologists in the Booth Family Center for Special Collections, the Research Services Department and the Digital Scholarship and Technology Services Department.
• Works closely with fellow librarians, specialists, and paraprofessionals in the Technical Services Department
• Works with other Georgetown University Library staff
• Works with staff of other Georgetown University libraries and institutes

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from ALA-accredited institution 
• 2 or more years of professional experience in performing original and complex cataloging, enhancement and enrichment of special collections/digital materials
• Demonstrated knowledge of MARC and non-MARC metadata formats, standards and schema
• Working knowledge of special collections and rare book metadata standards including Descriptive Cataloging of Rare Materials and Books (DCRM(B)), Descriptive Cataloging of Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance, and Early Modern Manuscripts (AMREMM), and RBMS (Rare Books and Manuscripts Section) genre terms
• Working knowledge of descriptive bibliography and issues specific to rare materials
• Working knowledge of current metadata standards such as FRBR, Resource Description and Access (RDA), Program for Cooperative Cataloging/Library of Congress Policy Statements, Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), Library of Congress Classification (LCC), and other emerging standards
• Experience with a national bibliographic utility, such as OCLC, and a local online system, such as Alma
• Experience working with Library software such as MarcEdit or other MARC editing tools
• Commitment to fostering a diverse environment and workplace; and ability to work with a diverse population

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of issues and emerging trends in metadata, discovery tools, digital library development, digital preservation, & cataloging standards and practices
• Understanding of linked data principles, including RDF and ontologies
• Experience working in an academic or research library
• Knowledge of preservation metadata schemas and practices
• Proficiency in Latin and reading knowledge of one or two modern foreign languages
• Demonstrated programming skill and ability (Python, Php, Java, etc.), especially related to metadata manipulation and/or experience with OpenRefine and other data management tools
• Experience using digital asset management systems and institutional repositories
• Aptitude for complex, analytical work with attention to detail, demonstrated problem-solving skills, and flexibility
• Ability to work in a continually changing environment, to exercise initiative, and to work independently as well as part of a team

Environment:

The Georgetown University Library is an agile organization located in the nation’s capital, committed to advancing Georgetown University’s global leadership in academics and research, while also addressing the requirements of the changing landscape of higher education and the evolving nature of scholarly communication.  By providing preeminent services, collections and spaces, the Library contributes to the creation, dissemination and preservation of knowledge, as well as the transformation of learning and research.

The Library is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse staff dedicated to excellence in service, continuous learning, and leadership within the library profession.  With diversity as one of its Library’s core values, the Library not only seeks to actively recruit and retain a diverse workforce, but also ensures the acquisition of a diverse collection of materials and a climate of openness and respect for all traditions, cultures, and ideas.

The Library actively promotes its values - lifelong learning, collaboration, leadership, quality, integrity, and diversity in its daily tasks.  Whenever possible, the Library offers flexible work schedules and telework options, and supports continuous learning opportunities in order to achieve the highest quality of service that can be offered.

The safety and well-being of our colleagues and applicants is our first priority. For this position, the Georgetown University Library anticipates conducting on-site interviews for candidates in the final round. Please note that changes to the university and local health and safety guidelines may require modifications to the interview process, including a shift from in-person to virtual interviews, if warranted. 

The expected pay range for this position is $47,586 to $65,000 per annum.

Georgetown University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity and external market pay for comparable jobs.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer  fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website .