[Eril-l] Job Posting: Continuing Resources Metadata Lead, UC Berkeley

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The University of California, Berkeley Library is seeking a Continuing
Resources Metadata Lead to join the Metadata Services Department.

Departmental Overview

Metadata Services supports resource discovery and access by cataloging and
physically processing library resources in all formats and languages
(except Chinese, Japanese, and Korean) for the University (Main) Library
and subject specialty libraries. The department also performs database
maintenance to ensure accurate metadata.

Position Summary

As the continuing resources metadata work leader, this position performs
copy and original cataloging, as well as record maintenance, for continuing
resources in all formats. This position also facilitates continuing
resources workflows between departments and provides training.

Responsibilities

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   Catalogs continuing resources in all formats
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      Utilizes specialized technical or language expertise to create or
      enhance metadata for continuing resources in all formats.
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      Performs complex database maintenance by resolving conflicts, or
      improving or correcting bibliographic, item, holdings, or
authority records
      in the UCB online catalog, WorldCat, or other library databases.
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   Facilitates continuing resources workflows
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      Collaborates with other departments to ensure continuing resources
      are efficiently and effectively cataloged, processed (if applicable), and
      made available to users.
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      Collaborates with other Library staff performing continuing resources
      work.
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   Provides continuing resources cataloging training
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      Creates and maintains continuing resources cataloging procedures, and
      ensures documentation is complete, accurate, and up to date.
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      Provides training in aspects of continuing resources work as needed.
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      Reviews work, provides feedback, and answers questions regarding
      continuing resources.
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   Additional responsibilities
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      Provides feedback and updates to the department head and managers.
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      Analyzes, evaluates, interprets, and revises or proposes revisions to
      established operational guidelines within scope of assigned
      responsibilities.
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      Engages in continuing education related to position, unit, or
      department needs.
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      Contributes to and participates in departmental and unit meetings and
      activities.
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      May lead a team of staff library professionals and/or assistants; may
      serve on and/or provide expertise to Library committees, teams, and task
      groups.
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      Performs other duties as assigned.


Required Qualifications

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   Advanced experience cataloging continuing resources.
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   Experience recognizing and resolving cataloging errors.
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   Experience using OCLC Connexion and integrated library systems.
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   Functional knowledge of national cataloging standards (e.g., RDA, AACR2,
   MARC 21 formats, Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), Library of
   Congress Classification (LCC), PCC CONSER Standard Record (CSR)) and tools
   (e.g., OCLC Connexion Client, RDA Toolkit).
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   Bibliographic knowledge of one or more Western European, Eastern
   European, Arabic, South Asian, or South East Asian languages.
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   Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills together with attention
   to detail for complex, possibly repetitive work.
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   Ability to be self-motivated and able to work creatively,
   collaboratively, and effectively both independently and as a team leader or
   member.
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   Ability to participate in multiple concurrent projects in a given
   timeframe, monitor project workflows, provide regular reports or updates as
   necessary, and meet project deadlines.
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   Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and
   strong service orientation.
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   Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.


Preferred Qualifications

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   Experience using the Alma library services platform.


Salary & Benefits

This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) exempt career position, which is
paid monthly and eligible for UC Benefits.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the
University, please visit the University of California's Compensation &
Benefits
<http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html>
website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to
provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and
should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job
announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that
are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited
to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and
certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and
organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a
salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are
determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for
this position is $73,302.81 (Step 1) - $87,594.70 (Step 10).

How to Apply

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   To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter at
   https://jobs.berkeley.edu/ (Job ID: 71897).
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   Direct links for job posting:
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      External Applicants
      <https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucb/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=71897&PostingSeq=1>
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      Internal UC Applicants
      <https://ucpath.universityofcalifornia.edu/peoplesoft-native/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_EMP_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Employee&SiteId=22&FOCUS=Employee&JobOpeningId=71897&PostingSeq=1>


Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 09/09/2024. For full consideration,
please apply by Friday, September 20, 2024.

Other Information

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for
the Clerical & Allied Services Unit (CX) between the University of
California and Teamsters Local 2010. The current bargaining agreement
manual can be found at:
http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/cx/index.html

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   This is not a visa opportunity.


Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected
veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant,
please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
<https://www.eeoc.gov/poster> poster.

The University of California's Affirmative action policy
<https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20>.

The University of California's Anti-Discrimination policy
<https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination>.


-- 
Jason Dezember
Electronic Resources Unit Lead
Collection Services Division
125 Doe Library
University of California Library
Berkeley, CA. 94720-6500
jdezember at berkeley.edu
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