Head of Metadata Services - Senior Librarian
Head of Metadata Services - Senior Librarian
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Job Description
The University of Texas at Dallas Libraries and Archives are seeking an innovative collaborative and serviceoriented candidate for the Head of Metadata Services position. With a usercentered mindset the Head of Metadata Services provides forwardthinking leadership and is responsible for original and copy cataloging authority control and development of standards and policies for resource description. Reporting to the Assistant Director for Technical Services the Head of Metadata Services will lead the department in the creation and ingestion of metadata that facilitates the discoverability of information resources held locally and globally.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Perform original and/or complex copy cataloging and establish authority control. Manage vendorprovided MARC files and work with Acquisition and eResources to find the best solution to provide access for purchased electronic contents. Provide leadership and strategic direction to the department and oversee the operations of cataloging and processing of all library resources. Lead the department in the evolution of metadata practices in both MARC and non MARC formats and ensure compliance with national and local standards. Plan implement and manage quality control projects and oversee metadata ingestion and database maintenance activities. Analyze workflow set priorities and organize procedures to fulfill the librarys goals and the Universitys mission. Recruit train and supervise librarians and staff for growth and professional development. Establish and maintain good communication and work relationships with all members of Technical Services other library departments and the stakeholders of the University. Participate in continuing education committee service in the library and professional engagement activities related to metadata and scholarly resource description.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
