The University of Miami Libraries seeks a nominations and applications for an Assistant Head of Cataloging & Metadata Services to provide leadership and guidance in planning and managing database maintenance, authority control, and copy-cataloging activities in the University Library to ensure the quality of its resource discovery tools. The incumbent hires, trains, and supervises 6 FTE supporting staff in cataloging and quality control and may also participate in original cataloging of print/online materials in a variety of formats, as well as provide descriptive metadata for digital collections.
UNIVERSITY: The University of Miami is one of the nation’s leading research universities in a community of extraordinary diversity and international vitality. The University is privately supported, non-sectarian institution, located in Coral Gables, Florida, on a 260-acre subtropical campus. The University comprises 11 degree granting schools and colleges, including Architecture, Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Communication, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Music, Nursing, and Marine and Atmospheric Science (www.miami.edu).
THE LIBRARY: The University of Miami Libraries (www.library.miami.edu) rank among the top 50 research libraries in North America with a collection of over 3 million volumes, 74,000 current serials, and over 64,000 E-journal titles. The Otto G. Richter Library lies in the heart of the Coral Gables campus and serves as the central library for the University. Other University of Miami libraries include the Paul Buisson Architecture Library, the Judi Prokop Newman Business Information Resource Center, and the Marta & Austin Weeks Music Library, and the Marine and Atmospheric Science Library. The campus also has independent medical and law libraries. The Libraries provide support and services for approximately 10,100 undergraduates, 5,100 graduate students, and 10,000 full and part time faculty and staff. The Libraries have a staff of 37 Librarians and 86 support staff and are a member of ARL, ASERL, CLIR, NERL, RLG, and Lyrasis.
POSITION: Reporting to the Head of Cataloging & Metadata Services, the Asst. Head of Cataloging & Metadata Services is responsible for initiating and directing authority control, bibliographic quality control, and database problem resolution to insure bibliographic and authority records meet local and national standards, working closely with other library faculty/staff to establish and document relevant policies, procedures, and efficient workflows; Supervises, trains, and evaluates copy-cataloging and database maintenance staff ; Acts as a liaison to authority and database enrichment vendors and manages the loading and quality control for all vendor supplied records and data; Works with Metadata Services and Digital Library Initiatives to oversee metadata quality control of digital collections and establish relevant policies, procedures, and workflows; Participates in original cataloging of all formats and metadata creation activities in the library as needed ;Networks, collaborates and actively participates in local, regional, national, or international organizations regarding issues in librarianship, cataloging, database maintenance and authority control services; Serves on/participates in University and Library committees, task forces, and teams as appropriate
QUALIFICATIONS: Required: ALA-accredited
Master’s degree in library science, or an ALA-approved foreign
equivalent; Two years of original cataloging experience. Professional
understanding and knowledge of cataloging procedures and principles
including but not limited to: AACR2R, LCRIs, LC classification, LCSH,
MARC21 bibliographic and authority formats; Professional understanding
and knowledge of non-MARC metadata schemas, standards, best practices,
and their applications, such as Dublin Core, EAD, VRA Core, MODS, METS,
etc.; Working knowledge of bibliographic utilities and integrated
library systems and familiarity with authority and database enrichment
vendors services
Prior successful supervisory experience; ability to
motivate staff and set priorities; Demonstrated ability to work quickly
and accurately in a service and production-oriented environment, and
adapt to a fast paced rapidly changing environment; Ability to plan and
implement routines and processes that ensure optimum production, and
monitor projects through to completion in a cost-effective manner ;
Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively
with diverse constituents ;Effective oral, written, and interpersonal
communication skills ; Reading knowledge of one or more foreign
languages (Spanish preferred). Desired: Experience
managing authority control processes and/or vendor services; Experience
batch loading and editing bibliographic records, using Millennium
(Innovative Interfaces) and/or third party software, such as MarcEdit,
preferred ; Experience developing macros and/or scripts to enhance
productivity.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a non-tenure track faculty appointment at the Librarian Assistant/Associate Professor rank. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including: TIAA-CREF; medical and dental insurance; life, disability, and long-term care insurance available; tuition remission; 13 paid holidays; and 22 days annual vacation. Additional employment benefits available include credit union; Employee Assistance Program; bookstore, and sporting event discounts; optional fee-based membership in a state-of-the-art wellness center, and no state or local income taxes. More information on benefits can be found at: http://www.miami.edu/benefits/pdf/bensum-faculty06.pdf.
APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications and nominations will be accepted until a suitable candidate is selected. Applications should be submitted electronically and must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and the names of three references. The references will not be contacted before the appropriate time. Send nominations and applications to:
Marylen Exposito, Human Resources Manager
Otto G. Richter Library
University of Miami
P.O. Box 248214
Coral Gables, FL 33124-0320
e-mail: richter.recruiting@miami.edu
fax: 305-284-3913
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. The University has a strong commitment to diversity and encourages applications from candidates of diverse cultural backgrounds.