Assistant Professor, Metadata Librarian

Company: Kansas State University
Location: Manhattan
Posted on: March 11, 2023

Job Description:

Assistant Professor, Metadata Librarian





Department: 3670003040 Hale Library


Job no: 514269


Employment type: Academic / Faculty - 12 month


Location: Manhattan, Kansas


Worksite: On-site requirement


Categories: Library


Pay Grade: 001


















About This Role:





This is a 12-month, full-time tenure-track academic appointment carrying full faculty status and responsibilities including scholarship and service to meet both the Libraries' and the University's requirements for tenure and promotion. To be successful in this position, the incumbent must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills to establish and maintain productive working relationships with colleagues in an environment where flexibility and collaboration are essential. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills to further and enhance metadata across the Libraries.

Responsibilities:

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• Provide expertise on metadata schemas, technical details, and best practices for increasing access and discovery of collections
  
  
• Manage, train, and direct others in resource description and metadata management
  
  
• Participate in digital preservation activities
  
  
• Support inclusion, diversity, equity, and access as we seek to reduce institutional biases found in metadata work
  
  
• Participate in special projects as needed
  
  
• Create and maintain effective documentation on metadata and guidelines for application
  
  
• Ability to pursue activities and meet responsibilities necessary for achieving tenure at Kansas State University Libraries including research/creative activities and participation in professional development activities and professional organizations.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Why Join Us:
  
  
  
  
  
  Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
  
  
  
  
  
  Kansas State University embraces diversity and promotes inclusion. The University actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  What You'll Need to Succeed:
  
  
  
  
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  
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  • MLS/MLIS degree from an ALA accredited institution
    
    
  • Experience applying descriptive standards (MODS, Dublin Core, EAD, METS, etc.)
    
    
  • Knowledge of best practices and trends in metadata and cataloging
    
    
  • Working knowledge of XML and XSLT
    
    
  • Aptitude for complex analytical work with attention to detail
    
    
  • Demonstrated ability to use technology in creative ways to solve problems and create efficiencies
    
    
    
    Preferred Qualifications:
    
    
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    • Cataloging/metadata experience in an academic library
      
      
    • Knowledge of principles of cataloging, subject analysis, classification, and authority control with the ability to apply those principles using the appropriate standards including but not limited to RDA, DACS, LCSH, LCC, Library of Congress-Program for Cooperative Cataloging Policy Statements, MARC21, and FRBR and other emerging standards
      
      
    • Demonstrated experience planning and leading projects
      
      
    • Experience with OCLC Connexion and an integrated library system
      
      
    • Experience with a digital asset management system (Islandora, DSpace, etc.)
      
      
      
      Other Requirements:
      
      
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      • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        How to Apply:
        
        
        
        
        
        Please submit the following documents:
        
        
        
        
      • A letter of application. To greatly strengthen your application, please apply your communication skills to clearly address the position responsibilities and qualifications listed above, and demonstrate how your work style, vision, and other distinctive qualities would enhance our organization.
        
        
      • Include a statement that explains your commitment and experience to advancing inclusion, diversity, equity, or accessibility.
        
        
      • A resume
        
        
      • Names and contact information for three references
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        Review of Applications Begins:
        
        
        
        
        
        Immediately. For best consideration, apply by January 8, 2023.
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:
        
        
        
        
        
        $55,000-$65,000
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        Equal Employment Opportunity:
        
        
        
        
        
        Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        Background Screening Statement:
        
        
        
        
        
        In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        Advertised: Dec 01, 2022 Central Standard Time
        
        
        Applications close: Open until filled
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        

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