Metadata and Discovery Librarian Location:
Rock Hill, SC, United States
Open Date:
Feb 12, 2024
Description: Ida Jane Dacus Library invites applications for a 12-month, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Metadata and Discovery Librarian position. As the principal cataloger for Ida Jane Dacus Library and Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections, a successful candidate will be expected to create original and complex copy cataloging and metadata schema to ensure the discoverability and accessibility of library and archival materials. The candidate will teach in the Information Literacy program, maintain scholarly activity, and engage in professional service. The Metadata and Discovery Librarian reports to the Head of Technical and Digital Initiatives and provides training and guidance to two library specialists. Rank will be assigned at the assistant or associate level, commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities: Serves as the principal cataloger, performing original and complex copy cataloging for physical and digital formats using national systems and standards. Provides training and guidance to two library metadata and cataloging specialists. Develops local cataloging and metadata policies, as well as procedures. Leads the creation, identification, prioritization, and implementation of metadata projects. Ensures the accuracy of Winthrop's holdings in the shared library services platform. Participates in deaccessioning projects and coordinates physical processing of weeded materials. Works with Archives personnel to evaluate and refine the workflows for metadata creation and maintenance. Collaborates with the Digital Strategies and Systems Librarian to maintain the integrity of the university's institutional repository. Gathers, analyzes and reports metadata and cataloging statistics. Maintains currency in cataloging and metadata tools, standards, and trends. Maintains awareness of cataloging/metadata practices that impact effective access and discoverability of DEI materials. Participates in the library's collection development processes. Teaches information literacy and participates in reference service rotations and programs. Maintains creative and scholarly activity. Engages in professional stewardship and academic responsibility within the library, archives, university, profession, and community. Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships and effective communication with all library and archives employees. Performs other duties, responsibilities, or special projects as assigned. About Winthrop University Founded in 1886, Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina, offers its 6,000-plus undergraduate and graduate students an educational experience that blends liberal arts, professional programs, global awareness, and civic engagement. In its colleges of Business Administration; Arts and Sciences; Education, Sport, and Human Sciences; and Visual and Performing Arts, Winthrop embraces only those programs and activities that can be delivered at an exemplary level. Winthrop is well known for its inclusive and supportive campus environment, with University College supporting programs in both academic and student affairs. Winthrop University is achieving national stature as a competitive and distinctive co-educational, public, residential, comprehensive, values-oriented institution. The values of service, excellence, diversity, community, and leadership provide the foundation for Winthrop's continuing development and shape Winthrop's continuing success. Numerous national accolades reflect the sustained high quality and value of the Winthrop Experience, including the most recent U.S. News & World Report 's ranking of Winthrop as one of the top-10 public comprehensive universities in the South. Winthrop is an active member of the Rock Hill community and recognized as a key component of the region's economic resurgence. Approximately 20 minutes from Charlotte, North Carolina, Winthrop has direct access to and is engaged in a broad and expansive regional business community. Winthrop's beautiful campus encompasses a rich architectural blend of neo-Georgian buildings and is included in the National Register of Historic Places. The attractive recreational and research complex area that surrounds Winthrop Lake is home to Winthrop's 18 Division I men's and women's sports.
Qualifications: Required Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS degree. Two or more years of cataloging and metadata experience. Demonstrated proficiency with cataloging and metadata tools and standards in a mixed RDA/AACR2 environment using the MARC 21 standards, LC classification, Dublin Core, LCSH, and OCLC. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency with Ex Libris Alma, Primo, and OCLC WorldCat/Connexion. Working knowledge of OAI-PMH and metadata mapping. Experience with and/or knowledge of cataloging music scores, books, and materials. Experience with open-access web publishing. Two or more years of supervisory experience. Experience working in an academic library. Two or more years of project management experience. Experience working with archival materials. Application Instructions: Please submit the following items:
Cover letter Curriculum vitae Names, titles, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references All graduate degree transcripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable at this stage). All materials should be submitted electronically via Review of applications will begin on March 18, 2024 and will continue until the position has been filled.
Winthrop University is committed to providing a safe campus community. Winthrop conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a student loan default check, a criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Winthrop University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group of individuals on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
