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Metadata Strategies Librarian - Library

The University of California, Berkeley Library seeks an innovative and collaborative Metadata Strategies Librarian to improve and transform the discovery of library resources by evaluating and implementing new and emerging workflows, standards, and technologies.

The UC Berkeley Library is an internationally renowned research and teaching facility at the nation's premier public university. A highly diverse and intellectually rich environment, Berkeley serves a campus community of 33,070 undergraduate students, 12,812 graduate students, and 1,525 faculty. The Library comprises 20 campus libraries, including the Doe Library, the Moffitt Library, the Bancroft Library, the C.V. Starr East Asian Library, and numerous subject specialty libraries. With a collection of more than 12 million volumes and a collections budget of over $15 million, the Library offers extensive resources in all formats and robust services to connect users with the collections and build their research skills.

The Metadata Services department is part of the Collection Services Division (CSD), along with the Acquisitions department and the Preservation department. Metadata Services supports resource discovery and access by cataloging and physically processing library resources in all formats and languages (except Chinese, Japanese, and Korean) for the University (Main) Library and subject specialty libraries. The department also performs database maintenance to ensure accurate metadata and enhance resource discoverability.

Reporting to the Head of Metadata Services, the Metadata Strategies Librarian will help lead efforts to implement new metadata initiatives and maximize the use of technology and emerging standards to foster workflow efficiency and innovation. This position will develop and contribute to policies, standards, and services that enhance the discoverability of the Library's resources. The librarian will also support the Library's participation in the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC).

Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborates on the development and implementation of new metadata policies and workflows, such as linked data, to enhance access and discovery to the Library's collections.
• Evaluates and implements emerging applications, such as artificial intelligence, and metadata standards with the goal of continually improving metadata quality and fostering workflow efficiency and innovation.
• Participates in the creation, development, implementation, and revision of department and library policies and procedures.
• Develops, implements, and oversees metadata remediation and enrichment projects to support current and future discoverability.
• Provides training to department and library staff.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships across the Library and beyond.
• Serves as liaison to the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC).

The UC Berkeley Library is committed to supporting and encouraging respect and empathy, and nurturing a culture where all employees thrive. The Library seeks candidates who recognize and appreciate one another's contributions, expertise, and accomplishments, and will strive to provide equitable access to a diverse set of collections and services. For more information, please see the UC Berkeley Library Statement of Values.

UC professional librarians are academic appointees and are represented by an exclusive bargaining agent, the University Council American Federation of Teachers (UC-AFT). This position is in the bargaining unit. Librarians are entitled to appropriate professional development leave, vacation leave, sick leave, and all other benefits granted to non-faculty academic personnel. The University has an excellent retirement system and sponsors a variety of group health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans in addition to other benefits.

Basic qualifications (required at time of application): Advanced degree.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start): Five years of professional cataloging or metadata creation experience using Resource Description and Access (RDA), Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), Library of Congress Classification (LCC), and MARC 21 formats.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program or equivalent degree.
• Expert knowledge of latest cataloging standards and best practices (e.g., Resource Description and Access (RDA), Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), Library of Congress Classification (LCC), MARC 21 formats for bibliographic and authority data, BIBCO Standard Record (BSR), CONSER Standard Record (CSR), etc.).
• Experience cataloging information resources in various formats (e.g., print and electronic books and serials, DVD and Blu-ray discs, music and non-music audio recordings, music scores, etc.).
• Experience using an integrated library system (ILS), preferably Ex Libris' Alma.
• Experience using OCLC Connexion Client or WorldShare Record Manager.
• Experience evaluating, analyzing, and remediating metadata in batch using MarcEdit or other tools.
• Knowledge of and experience with non-MARC metadata.
• Experience contributing to the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC), including to BIBCO, CONSER, NACO, or SACO.
• Knowledge of emerging cataloging and metadata standards and technologies such as artificial intelligence and linked data.
• Experience in an academic library setting.
• Demonstrated success managing projects, leading and implementing change.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with various groups, both internally and externally.
• Ability to independently learn new skills and techniques to improve efficiency and work outcomes.
• Experience writing clear and effective procedures and documentation.
• Experience preparing and providing instruction or training to diverse learners.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to the Library's Values.

Document requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter

Reference requirements:

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

References will only be contacted for individuals under serious consideration.