Metadata Manager

About the Opportunity

Northeastern University Library is hiring a Metadata Manager to join a great group of colleagues at the Northeastern University Library in Boston, MA.

Situated in the Resource & Discovery Services department, the Metadata Manager creates and manages metadata for licensed and purchased resources available from the library catalog, including print collections, serials, eBooks, ejournals, databases, and other material. With an emphasis on providing optimal discovery and access, they supervise all metadata activities in the Resource & Discovery Services department, including original and copy cataloging, batch-loading of vendor metadata records, and implementation of vendor- or community-provided indices and collections.

They supervise all metadata activities, including original and copy cataloging and batch-loading of vendor metadata records. The Metadata Manager is responsible for hiring, training and evaluating staff in the Metadata Unit, for managing the priorities and day-to-day activities of the Unit, and for ensuring that the Unit runs efficiently and smoothly. They work closely with and are knowledgeable in the relevant systems used in the Department. They work collaboratively with staff in other Departments to test new software and troubleshoot issues with existing software. The Unit Manager also develops and maintains a broad and deep understanding of metadata and related technical services best practices. The successful candidate will identify and address metadata remediation needs, as well as the adoption of new or updated standards and vocabularies in support of the University Library's commitment to incorporating diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racist efforts into our daily work.

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited master's degree in library science required.
• At least 5 years demonstrated successful experience in increasingly responsible positions managing or supervising metadata services with demonstrated experience in cataloging electronic resources, in academic or research libraries.
• Knowledge of library metadata standards, such as MARC, BIBFRAME, RDA and linked data.
• Experience with library management software for cataloging and inventory control required. Experience with Ex Libris Alma software strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of established and emerging national and international standards relating to metadata. Some experience with cooperative programs, consortial initiatives, and operational workflow analyses desirable.
• Advanced knowledge of identity management and authority work preferred.
• Working knowledge of one or more high-level scripting languages and markup languages preferred (such as XML and Python).
• Experience working with APIs , normalizing data, and scripting transformations of structured metadata preferred.
• Knowledge of trends and issues in academic libraries, scholarly communications, higher education, publishing, preservation, and emerging technologies.
• Excellent planning, analytical, interpersonal, communication, supervisory, project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work internally and externally with a wide variety of individuals at all levels, a strong service orientation, and a demonstrated commitment to staff development and diversity in the workplace.

First consideration will be given to candidates who apply by September 15, 2024.

Please feel free to share this posting with anyone who may be interested! We welcome applications from candidates that meet some of our qualifications and have a strong interest in developing their skills. We expect this position to be an ongoing learning experience and are committed to supporting ongoing professional development for all staff members. If you have any questions about the position or the institution, please reach out to Janet B. Morrow at [email protected].

About the Resource & Discovery Services Department

In support of the research, teaching, and learning needs of the Northeastern University global community, the Resource and Discovery Services department leverages experience and expertise to efficiently and mindfully acquire, organize, manage, and make discoverable scholarly resources for the University community. We are responsible for the acquisition, access, metadata, and management of library materials in physical formats for the Boston campus and electronic formats for all Northeastern University campuses.

About the Library

The Northeastern University Library supports the mission of the University by working in partnership with the University community to develop and disseminate new scholarship. The Library fosters intellectual and professional growth, enriches the research, teaching, and learning environment, and promotes the effective use of knowledge by managing and delivering information resources and services to library users.

Additional Information:

This position is based in Boston and is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Specific arrangements can be negotiated at the time of hire.

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.

The salary range for this position is $73,730-$114,285.

Position Type

Library

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.


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