[Eril-l] Job opportunity: Head of Metadata Services, Purdue University

[Richardson, Rebecca A]

Head, Metadata Services
Purdue University Libraries
Purdue University Libraries seeks a Head of Metadata Services to oversee, develop, and provide stewardship of the Metadata Services unit in its provision of metadata and cataloging services for libraries' resources.  The Head will direct the goals and assignments of staff responsible for metadata creation and cataloging (MARC and non-MARC) in a variety of formats, including but not limited to print and electronic monographs and serials, maps, microform, audiovisual materials, and digital, special, and archival collections.  The Head of Metadata Services will promote a collaborative work environment and lead staff in the use of current and innovative practices in resource description and discovery.  This position also regularly assesses procedures and develops strategies to increase productivity and to streamline workflows. The Head of Metadata Services also fosters and facilitates collaboration with systems staff, other departments, and libraries' repositories to ensure that the most efficient and appropriate metadata standards and best practices are used to enhance discovery and access experiences for all libraries' resources.  The Head, Metadata Services will report to the Assistant Dean for Collections and Access.

Required Qualifications:
*         Master's degree of Library Science or Master's degree of Library Information Sciences from an ALA-accredited program or an equivalent graduate library science/information studies degree;
*         At least 3 years of recent original cataloging experience in an academic/research library;
*         Proficiency in current and emerging metadata standards, models, applications, and initiatives (such as RDA, MARC, Dublin Core, MODS, METS, EAD).
*         Comprehensive knowledge of cataloging standards: MARC 21, RDA, AACR2; Library of Congress classification system and subject headings;
*         Experience with bibliographic utilities and integrated library systems, vendor cataloging services, authority control services, and automated routines for bibliographic maintenance;
*         Demonstrated leadership ability and experience;
*         Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Desired Qualifications:
*         Experience working with digital libraries or institutional repositories;
*         Experience working with the ExLibris Alma integrated library system;
*         Experience with digital management software, such as CONTENTdm;
*         Reading or bibliographic knowledge of one or more foreign languages;
*         Experience with Linked Data and BIBFRAME initiatives;
*         Project management experience.
For consideration apply online at: www.purdue.edu/careers<http://www.purdue.edu/careers> and reference Job Number 1701902 (direct link: http://purdue.taleo.net/careersection/wl/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=1701902).

Please share with those who may be interested. Thank you!

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Rebecca Richardson
Assistant Dean for Collections & Access
Purdue University Libraries
(765) 494-9250

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