Manager for Metadata Collection

Location Name: Jacksonville Public Library

County: Duval

Region: Northeast Florida

Address: 303 N. Laura StreetCity: JacksonnvilleZipcode: 32202

ALA accredited Masters required: Yes

The Jacksonville Public Library is actively seeking a Manager for Metadata and Cataloging.  The position reports to the Senior Manager of the Library Collection and holds primary responsibility for the Metadata and Cataloging functions of the Library and has ownership of day-to-day operations, strategy, and performance.

Education/Qualifications:

• A Masters’ Degree from an accredited institution in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited program with
• At least four years of progressively responsible professional library work.
• Within that four years must have one of the following:
  • Three years of experience in cataloging and/or digitization.
  • Three years of experience using library cataloging resource materials, formats, and standards such as MARC, LC National Authority Files, NACO, RDA, AACR2R, LCSH, LCC, Dublin Core.
  • Two years of experience with software for editing data in bulk, such as MarcEdit, OpenRefine, pyMARC, etc.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Depending on assignment, a valid driver's license may be required and must be maintained during employment in this class.
• Depending on assignment, must qualify prior to appointment, obtain, and maintain during employment a City of Jacksonville Public Driver Certification.

The City of Jacksonville is a premier local government employer providing a competitive compensation package and an excellent work environment.  Employees are afforded 12 paid holidays plus a paid personal day.  Our comprehensive benefit programs include defined contribution retirement plan, medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents; a 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships.

This is an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate to make a significant contribution in a dynamic, quality-oriented customer-focused organization.  The City of Jacksonville is an equal opportunity/equal access employer.

Contact Person: Employee Services

Contact Email: [email protected]

Contact Phone: 904-255-5600

How to Apply / Instructions:

To be considered for this position you MUST apply online at https://www.jacksonville.gov/jobs.