The University of Wyoming Libraries seek applicants for a Discovery & Metadata Librarian position. This position reports to the Assistant Dean for Resource Discovery & Management (RDM).

 

Responsibilities:

 

·         Provide leadership to ensure access to materials acquired by the libraries and create a streamlined discovery experience for users.

·         Monitor trends and best practices in resource description to serve as one of the local resource persons for the libraries during the transition from MARC to linked data.

·         Develop and assess efficient workflows for the enhancement of library discovery service. This may include automating processes, workflow modifications, and training colleagues.

·         Coordinate ILS record imports and exports and provide training and documentation to collaborating staff. This includes editing MARC and other data before and/or after other processes.

·         Coordinate database maintenance and authority control projects, both bulk and manual. Provide training and documentation to collaborating staff.

·         Provide training to division personnel on discovery projects.

·         Coordinate with colleagues on record acquisition.

·         Work with outsourced cataloging and/or authority vendors on configurations, changes, and questions referred by cataloging staff. Provide training and documentation to collaborating staff.

·         During the transition phase from MARC to successor standards, this position may assist with MARC cataloging and/or other discovery record formats.

 

As a member of the library faculty, the successful candidate is expected to pursue an active and ongoing program of research, service and professional development. (http://www.uwyo.edu/generalcounsel/_files/docs/UW-Reg-7-631.pdf.). This position reports to the Assistant Dean for Resource Discovery & Management.

 

Qualifications

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

 

·         ALA-accredited MLS, MLIS, or equivalent

·         Minimum of one year of professional experience in cataloging and bibliographic record manipulation.

·         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·         Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

·         Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively

·         Experience with MARC, RDA, LCC, OCLC, and related tools.

·         Experience with integrated library systems, /library management systems, or library services platforms.

·         Knowledge of MarcEdit or a related tool for manipulation of MARC records

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

 

·         Academic library experience

·         Knowledge of additional MARC data manipulation tools

·         Knowledge of linked data

·         Project management experience

 

For complete information and to apply, visit https://uwyo.taleo.net/careersection/00_ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=19004514

 

 

David Macaulay

Collection Development Librarian

University of Wyoming Libraries

Dept. 3334, 1000 E. University Ave.

Laramie, WY 82071

(307) 766-5619