[Libs-Or] Job Opening: Digital Resources/Metadata Librarian – Pacific University

[Gilman, Isaac P.]

Digital Resources/Metadata Librarian

Pacific University Library invites applications for a newly created position in Collection Management Services. We seek a creative, collegial and innovative person to provide leadership in developing access to digital collections and to supervise cataloging and acquisitions activities within the unit.

General Description of Position:

Provides collaborative leadership in the newly formed Collection Management Services by working closely within the unit with the Continuing Resources Librarian; supervises acquisitions and cataloging activities, including copy cataloging and outsourced cataloging services; establishes cataloging policies and procedures; provides technical expertise in creating and maintaining new digital collections; provides leadership in metadata management; establishes and documents policies, procedures and best practices in metadata creation as applied to developing digital collections; plans and implements new workflows and training for staff and students; supervises and works collaboratively with acquisitions manager. This position also partners with the Special Collections Librarian and the Scholarly Communications Librarian as part of Local Collections and Publications Services, which is charged with setting goals and priorities for digital collections and the Library’s institutional repository.

The Digital Resources/Metadata Librarian is a .80 FTE term faculty position, supervising 1.5 FTE staff and reporting to the University Librarian. It is expected to become a full-time position within two years. 

Qualifications and Skills:
ALA-accredited degree or equivalent
Experience in academic or research library technical services
Knowledge of MARC, AACR2R, LC classification, LCSH, RDA and FRBR
Knowledge of Dublin Core and other non-MARC metadata schemes, standards and best practices for various materials including archival materials  
Experience with ILS systems (Innovative preferred) and WorldCatLocal
Working knowledge of institutional repositories and issues related to IRs
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively across departments and the University
Supervisory experience preferred

To Apply: Please send cover letter, resume and the names and phone numbers of three professional references to: Susan Schubothe, Pacific University Library, 2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116, or email to schubots at pacificu.edu.  The Library and Pacific University are committed to a vibrant and diverse campus community. Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Review of applications will begin June 10, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. Position is available July 1. 

Additional information on the Pacific University HR site: http://www.pacificu.edu/hr/employment/