Hello. Brandeis is reposting the following job description, which is slightly different from one previously posted. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Jim
[image: New Window] New Window [image: Help] Help [image: Click to copy the complete address (URL) of this page to the clipboard.] http Job Description Job Title: Metadata Librarian, Hebrew Specialty Job ID: 526300 Location: Brandeis - Waltham Campus Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular ------------------------------ Return to Previous Page ------------------------------ Brandeis University seeks to hire a Metadata Librarian with a Hebrew Specialty. Under the general supervision of the Associate University Librarian for Collection, leads the metadata processing for print material and non-print material (excluding serials) in a variety of languages and formats. Coordinates the flow of material through RMA. Takes a lead in training and development of workflow, policies, procedures and documentation for the unit. Creates descriptive and subject metadata for a wide range of information resources with a focus on Special Collections. *Examples of Key Responsibilities:* - Responsible for creating and updating complex descriptive and subject metadata for information resources in a variety of languages and formats, including digital resources, multimedia works, rush and reserve materials with a special focus on Hebraic material. - Responsible for training, development, and implementation of workflow, policies, procedures and documentation for all activities metadata creation and collection processing, including cataloging, acquisitions, bibliographic searching, and deselection. Responsible for maintenance and management of links to authority records in the online environment. Hires and supervises student assistants for these activities. - Responsible for managing projects within the Resource Management and Assessment department. Works with staff in library systems and throughout Library Services to maintain a quality online bibliographic environment, including coordination of database management activities - Analyzes new workflows and vendor services - Maintains Quality control in the online systems *Qualifications:* - REQUIRED: Master’s Degree; Proficiency in Hebrew; experience with OCLC, MARC, AACR2, and evolving standards like RDA ; experience with automated library systems and library processing ; experience with supervising students and management workflows and projects ; excellent analytical skills and aptitude for detail-oriented work ; fluency in the English language ; proficiency in foreign language(s) ; ability to work as part of a team. - PREFERRED: completed NACO training; experience with the Ex Libris ALMA automated library system; relevant cataloging experience in an academic library. *Closing Statement:* Brandeis University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages minorities, women, disabled individuals, and eligible veterans to apply. It is the policy of the University not to discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, or on the basis of any other legally protected category. ------------------------------ Return to Previous Page ------------------------------ -- James P Rosenbloom Judaica Librarian, Brandeis University National Conference Chair (and former president), Association of Jewish Libraries Library Mailstop 045 Brandeis University 415 South St. Waltham, MA 02454 9110 781-736-4688 rosenbl...@brandeis.edu
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