Metadata / Cataloging Librarian

The University of California, Santa Cruz
<http://library.ucsc.edu/home.html>Library has an opening for a bold,
innovative, knowledgeable, and service-oriented individual to become
a member of the Technical Services section leadership group.  The
person we are seeking will supervise the Metadata/Cataloging Unit,
participate in the reorganization of a library now experiencing
transformative growth and change in California's premier public
university system, and join in the development and implementation of
new approaches to bibliographic services.  Reporting to the Head of
Technical Services, the incumbent will assist in researching,
recommending, planning and implementing new metadata/cataloging and
acquisitions systems, tools, technologies, procedures and policies
across the UCSC Library. As part of UC systemwide library efforts,
the incumbent will also participate in systemwide cataloging,
metadata and acquisitions initiatives.

About UC Santa Cruz:  With an enrollment of 15,000 undergraduate and
graduate students, UCSC is one of ten campuses of the University of
California.  In a survey of 60 elite universities, UC Santa Cruz
ranked 15th for the percentage of its students whose bachelor's
degree led to doctorates.  Another study ranked UCSC as 11th in the
country among public universities for the quality of its research
productivity. Researchers at the University of California, Santa
Cruz, attracted a record $128.5 million in external grants and
contracts to the campus in the 2005-06 fiscal year.  UCSC is
distinctive as a major research university with an uncommon
commitment to teaching and public service. UCSC is especially
interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and
excellence of the academic community.
The UCSC Library has collections of approximately 1.5 million
volumes, more than 22,000 serials, two library buildings, and a staff
of 120. The Library has the most intensely used collection in the UC
system.  Deeply embedded in the Library's culture is a tradition of
flexibility and innovation, which has enabled the Library to
participate actively in the University's instruction and research
programs.  Excellent service is another hallmark of the UCSC Library,
as is partnership with the other UC libraries and the California
Digital Library. The UCSC Library uses the Innovative Interfaces
Inc.(III) ILS and adds approximately 35,000 records to the III and
the Melvyl system catalogs each year.

Rank:  Associate Librarian
Beginning of Appointment Salary Range:  $43,860, salary commensurate
with qualifications and experience
Position Available:  January 3, 2007

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Reporting to the Head of Technical Services, the
incumbent is responsible for the overall supervision of the
Metadata/Cataloging Unit and works closely with the Acquisitions Unit.

    * Ensure that all information resources in all formats (print or
non-print, monographic or serial resources, media and archival
materials) are promptly and accurately described in the online
catalog and other finding tools.
    * Develop, implement, and maintain departmental policies and
procedures for the bibliographic control of a diverse variety of
materials in all formats.
    * Plan, organize, and direct the workload and workflow of the
Metadata/Cataloging Unit in the provision of access to all
formats.  Supervise, hire, train, and conduct performance reviews for the unit.
    * Act as a resource for the interpretation and application of
national cataloging rules and local cataloging conventions for all
formats and on matters relating to database maintenance and digital
initiatives.
    * Perform complex cataloging and database maintenance, as well as
complex problem resolution involving materials representing a wide
variety of formats, languages, subjects and levels of difficulty.
    * Implement innovative technological methods for expediting workflow.
    * Work with other UCSC Library staff to develop cost effective
and efficient strategies for producing metadata.
    * Identify and apply metadata schemas as appropriate.
    * Develop and implement creative approaches to bibliographic
services to enhance discovery and utilization of resources by users.
    * Represent the UCSC Library and stay abreast of new technology,
national developments, and best practices by attending conferences
and participating in collaborations with other libraries within the
UC system and elsewhere.
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent.
Minimum of 2 years professional original cataloging experience.
Professional understanding and knowledge of cataloging procedures and
principles including but not limited to: OCLC copy and original
cataloging, adding and maintaining authority records in academic
libraries, AACR2R, LCRIs, LC classification, LCSH, MARC21 formats,
cataloger web sites, and electronic lists.
Professional understanding and knowledge of non-MARC metadata
schemas, standards, best practices, and their applications (e.g
Dublin Core, XML, METS, MODS, OAI).
Current awareness of national trends and developments in cataloging,
metadata standards, information retrieval and acquisitions practices.
Experience with library integrated database systems.
Demonstrated project management, analytical, and problem solving
skills, with an aptitude for complex and detailed work.
Proven excellent communication, interpersonal and time-management
skills with a strong service orientation.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a
dynamic environment.
Prior successful supervisory experience, ability to motivate staff
and set priorities, and effective organizational skills.
Demonstrated experience or ability to work with diverse populations
of students, faculty, and staff.

Preferred qualifications: Acquisitions experience; professional
experience in non-MARC metadata schemas and standards; experience
with a national cooperative cataloging program such as PCC (NACO,
BIBCO, or SACO); experience with at least one scripting language;
demonstrated initiative investigating new ideas and implementing
change; working knowledge of at least one modern European language
and facility in working with other western languages: prior    Priot;
prior experience in an academic research library; participation in
professional organizations or groups relevant to the position;
experience with emerging bibliographic information systems.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Professional librarians at UC are academic appointees and are
represented by an exclusive bargaining agent, University Council
-American Federation of Teachers (UC-AFT). They are entitled to
appropriate professional leave, two days per month of vacation leave,
one day per month of sick leave, and all other benefits granted to
non-faculty academic personnel. UC has an excellent retirement system
and sponsors a variety of group health, dental, vision, and life
insurance plans in addition to other benefits. Relocation assistance
is provided.
Appointees to the librarian series at UC shall have professional
backgrounds that demonstrate a high degree of creativity, teamwork,
and flexibility. In addition to professional competence and quality
of service within the library in the primary job, advancement in the
librarian series requires professional involvement and contributions
outside of the library, university and community service, and
scholarly activities. Candidates must show evidence or promise of
such contributions.

APPLY TO: All applicants should submit a letter of application;
curriculum vitae or resume; names, addresses, email addresses, and
phone numbers of three references that can be contacted.  Send materials to:
  Library Administration
321 McHenry Library
University of California              Please refer to Position
#T07-14 in all correspondence.
1156 High Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Or electronically to: <mailto:liboff@library.ucsc.edu>liboff@library.ucsc.edu

CLOSING DATE:  This position is open until filled. Review of
applications will begin on Monday, October 16, 2006. To ensure full
consideration, applications must be received by this date.

UCSC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Lai-Ying Hsiung
Acting Head of Technical Services
University Library
University of California, Santa Cruz
1156 High St
Santa Cruz, CA 95064

lhsiung@ucsc.edu
831-459-5166