This position is responsible for cataloging and metadata creation for
scholarly resources in all formats. The position is accountable for quality
bibliographic and metadata records in library systems to ensure discovery and
access of scholarly resources. The position oversees training of copy
catalogers in applying cataloging and emerging metadata standards. This
position requires understanding of emerging technologies and evolving
workflows in Technical Services. The position requires in-depth knowledge of
cataloging and metadata practices, bibliographic utilities, library systems,
and authority control. The position assists with the day-to-day operations of
the Technical Services department. The position participates in meetings with
LTS staff and librarians and offers expertise to help meet LTS strategic goals
and LTS service standards. This position will engage in professional
development opportunities locally and nationally.
**Accountabilities:**
* Library - Cataloging/Metadata creation for all scholarly resources
* Create bibliographic/metadata records for all scholarly resources;
develop and implement best practices for batch loading bibliographic/ metadata
records
* Knowledge of cataloging standards such as AACR2, LCSH, Dewey and metadata
standards such as EAD, Dublin Core, etc.
* Establish or verify classification to accurately integrate materials into
library systems and scholarly collections
* Plan and implement authority control processes for library systems and
library projects including Digital Library projects and the Institutional
Repository
* Maintain cataloging and metadata statistics
* Library - Training Technical Services team
* Train and guide copy catalogers on changes to cataloging and metadata
standards
* Encourage staff members to attend professional development and training
activities; encourage staff to offer training to team
* Resolve problems and provide support to team members
* Library - Creating and maintaining documentation for Technical Services
Team
* Create, edit, and maintain a cataloging/metadata procedures manual to
facilitate training of new and existing staff
* Oversee and train staff to create and maintain documentation
* Coordinate with other teams on best practices and documentation
* Library - Technical/Systems
* Analyze and make recommendations on improving existing library systems;
represent Lehigh University as a participant in the development of Kuali OLE
and future systems development
* Create and maintain processes for import/export of records to/from
library systems.
* Review and test record sets before import to library systems.
* Assist in policy development pertaining to cataloging/metadata creation
in library systems.
* Monitor electronic resource functionality in library systems to ensure
continued access to scholarly resources by library users.
* Library - Professional Participation
* Participate in professional meetings with library staff, including
Lending Services, Technology, Collection Development, and Client Services Teams.
* Collaborate with other LTS Teams, offering expertise and guidance as
appropriate.
* Participate in users groups and open source community to maintain updated
systems knowledge, enhance problem-solving skills, identify and resolve
potential problems
**Qualifications**
* Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited
institution or equivalent combination of education or experience
* Three to five years related work experience
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Solid analytical, decision making and problem solving skills
* Excellent computer skills with experience using word processing,
spreadsheet, database, presentation and advanced graphics software
* Ability to create complex documents, spreadsheet analysis, and advanced
graphics
* Successful completion of standard background checks including but not
limited to: social security verification, education verification, national
criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks and credit history based upon
the requirements of the position
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