Quality Control & Linked Data Librarian University Libraries

SAINT LOUIS MO 63105 37.5

Reporting to the Head of Metadata Services the Quality Control & Linked Data Librarian will play a key role in catalog and repository maintenance and implementation of linked data. This role will contribute to identifying and setting linked data priorities and will develop projects and solutions that bridge existing and legacy metadata to libraries linked data future.

• Analyzes opportunities and challenges and makes recommendations on the metadata requirements for the effective implementation of linked data and the effective access and long-term management of collections. Explores designs and carries out solutions for the creation harvesting and repurposing of metadata particularly as it relates to the implementation of linked data.
• Creates authority records that meet NACO collaboration with others develops creates and maintains a local vocabulary dictionary using Linked Data best practices. These vocabularies would be utilized in MARC and non-MARC records.
• Develops and analyzes internal reports in order to implement catalog and metadata remediation and enrichment projects based on changes in metadata standards and preparations for linked data and other emerging technologies.
• Maintains knowledge of current and emerging issues concerning linked data BIBFRAME and semantic web developments and the implications and opportunities available as they relate to metadata practice and the libraries discovery platform. Identifies opportunities for linked data projects and collaborations and develops reparative metadata projects in conjunction with Linked Data priorities. Develops and carries out training for Metadata Services staff on linked data trends and standards.
• In collaboration with others ensures metadata quality interoperability and re-use among and beyond various repositories and discovery systems.
• Contributes to the development implementation and ongoing improvement of local cataloging policies and procedures and maintains documentation.
• Participates in library-wide and staff development activities including department training activities.
• Performs other technical services duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education:

Masters degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Drivers License:

A drivers license is not required for this position.

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Education:

M.L.S. - Master of Library Science

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Academic Libraries Analytical Thinking Critical Thinking Customer Service Interpersonal Communication Library Research Microsoft Office Oral Communications Organizing Special Libraries Teamwork Working Independently Written Communication

G12

$58400.00 - $99700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including ones qualifications and performance equity with others in the department market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and as applicable for the position other background checks drug screen an employment and education or licensure/certification verification physical examination certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation 10 recognized holidays and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges annual health screenings mental health resources mindfulness programs and courses employee assistance program (EAP) financial resources access to dietitians and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care Weve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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