Head of Metadata & Discovery - UConn Library, Storrs

Head of Metadata & Discovery - UConn Library, Storrs. Under the general direction of the Associate University Librarian for Collections & Discovery, the Head of Metadata & Discovery innovates, leads, and actively participates in strategies to maintain, enhance, and positively transform UConn Library data and systems for managing collections and powering discovery. This position manages and supervises the Metadata & Discovery Unit, which is responsible both for metadata and inventory management and for the administration and development of the Library’s Alma and Primo systems. In addition, this position provides leadership for the metadata- and inventory- focused work of the UConn Health and Law School libraries. Within this context, this position requires an advanced proficiency with current and emerging metadata standards, models, and applications, an advanced understanding of library management and discovery systems, and a user-focused orientation and a working style that embraces collaboration in a complex and dynamic work environment. Along with all UConn Library personnel, the Head of Metadata & Discovery makes a positive contribution to a culture of inclusion and respect in all interactions within the Library and across the University
     Appointment Terms: This is a full time position based in Storrs with an anticipated start date of August, 2018. The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn and a highly desirable work environment. Salary and rank are dependent upon education, qualifications, and experience.
     To Apply: Applications must be submitted online using UConn Jobs at http://www.jobs.uconn.edu, Staff Positions (reference search #2018556) and include a cover letter, detailed resume, and contact information for three professional references.
     Nominations and inquiries should be sent in confidence to khara.leon@uconn.edu. To ensure full consideration, inquiries and applications should be submitted by June 10, 2018. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. (Search # 2018556)

Metadata and E-Resources Management Librarian - University of Connecticut School of Law Library

Metadata and E-Resources Management Librarian - The University of Connecticut School of Law Library, located in Hartford, seeks forward-thinking applicants for the position of Metadata and E-Resources Management Librarian/University Librarian I or II. Reporting to the Head of Technical Services, the Metadata Librarian is responsible for describing and providing access to all library resources to all the students, faculty, and staff of the Law School and the University. Duties will include: cataloging metadata in all formats; batch loading print and electronic collections from library vendors; coordinating the technical services’ workflow of electronic resources; managing the library’s EZ Proxy system; monitoring usage statistics for vendors and databases; performing authority work; performing original cataloging; developing new approaches to metadata processes; implementing metadata standards to support discoverability of library collections; and other duties as assigned. The successful candidate may represent the library on law school and university committees. Please see www.jobs.uconn.edu search #2018508 for more information and to apply.

Processing Archivist (Full-time) in Westchester County and Dutchess County (NY) – The Winthrop Group

The Winthrop Group’s Information & Archival Services Division has an immediate opening for a full-time Processing Archivist to assist in inventorying, cataloging and providing access to the records and valuable resources of one of the world’s largest, most innovative and influential technology and consulting corporations.  This is an excellent opportunity!

Major tasks and responsibilities:

Process organizational and institutional records and born-digital collections

Develop and implement plan for creating inventory of unprocessed AV collection

Train and supervise a temporary Inventory Archivist

Conduct quality control reviews of metadata

Undertake content appraisal of records identified by the Corporate Archivist

Minimum qualifications:

MLS/MLIS or MA in History program, with a concentration in archives

Minimum of two to three year’s work in an archival setting

Experience with archival processing and content appraisal

Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple projects

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to interact well and cooperate with colleagues

Preferred qualifications:

Experience with working in corporate archives

Familiarity with different media formats and types of metadata

Experience with supervising qualified professionals

Proficiency in using collection management systems

Skilled and accurate typist

Compensation:

Competitive rate based on experience and qualifications.  Winthrop will assist with relocation costs to Westchester County!  Possibility of contract extension.

Contact Information:

Please send a resume; a list of no fewer than three references including names, titles, postal and email addresses, and telephone numbers; and a brief, sample finding aid to David Kay, at dkay@winthropgroup.com.

Associate University Librarian for Technical Services - Sterling Memorial Library, Yale University, New Haven

Associate University Librarian for Technical Services - Sterling Memorial Library, Yale University, New Haven. Rank: Associate University Librarian. Position Focus: Reporting to the University Librarian, the AUL for Technical Services provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction for all aspects of acquisitions, cataloging and metadata services, and electronic resources management. The AUL oversees technical services activities with a strong focus on enabling and enhancing discovery of Yale’s extraordinary collections by both the Yale community and the world-wide scholarly community. The AUL oversees a central organization of 80 staff, including 25 librarians, and coordinates policy for technical services work performed outside of the department, spanning the Library system. With a clear understanding of both the opportunities and challenges inherent in the rapidly changing landscape of academic libraries and higher education, the AUL is responsible for aligning the technical services division with the present and future collection and discovery needs of the Library’s diverse users. The AUL fosters and facilitates collaboration with departments throughout the Library and University to improve teaching, learning and research at Yale. The AUL is responsible for maintaining a strong understanding of technical services throughout the rest of the Library and, where appropriate, the University, to ensure broad recognition of the connections between technical services and the projects and initiatives of the Library and University. The AUL will lead a vital change process spanning the Library’s technical services organization, beginning with this new vision (http://tinyurl.com/m9p2vfz). This includes strengthening the vision, developing a new organization structure and leading an iterative change process. The technical services department will be moving to a new location in the fall of 2015, and the AUL will be responsible for managing that transition at a very high level, while keeping attuned to the personal challenges that can be experienced by all staff when going through significant changes. Required Education, Skills and Experience: Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited library school or a post-graduate degree in a related field and ten years of progressively responsible experience, five of which should be in a leadership role in an academic or research library or similar institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrable interpersonal, analytical and project management skills in a service-oriented environment. Demonstrated ability in understanding and exercising innovative thinking on emerging issues and best practices related to acquisitions, including foreign and digital collections, resource licensing, cataloging, metadata services, discovery services and integrated library systems. Demonstrated management skills with a strong commitment to fostering growth and development of others. Demonstrated skills managing and inspiring staff in the delivery of user-centric technical services. Demonstrated ability in working with large-scale transition management, and workflow analysis and improvement. Demonstrated ability in working with technologies and systems involved in technical services work, including integrated library systems and discovery systems. Ability to explain complex plans and concepts in an articulate, open and approachable manner. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively to develop productive partnerships within/across organizations. Effective ability in developing innovative processes and solutions with a team-based approach. Demonstrated leadership ability on a national scale. Preferred Education, Skills and Experience: Formal project management training. Experience in a labor union environment. Experience with an integrated library system migration. Experience implementing discovery systems and digital repositories. Understanding of special collection and archival systems and processing. Financial management experience. Facilities planning experience. Grant development and management experience. Salary and Benefits: We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more. How to apply: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications, consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references should be submitted by applying online at http://www.yale.edu/jobs. The STARS req. ID for this position is 28234BR. Please be sure to reference #28234BR in your cover letter. Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.