Metadata Specialist

The Metadata Specialist  is responsible for the production, oversight, and editing of bibliographic records using Library of Congress classification and appropriate metadata schema for monographs and other library resources as needed. Responsibilities also include verifying, creating, correcting, and maintaining bibliographic records and holdings in the library’s integrated library system and/or library services platform. This position is also responsible for assisting the Cataloging and Metadata Librarian as needed with training staff in new or complex cataloging procedures. Most of the work of monographs cataloging requires the use of OCLC (Online Computer Library Center), an international automated bibliographic utility, as well as the library’s relevant metadata systems. Employees at this level exercise a general degree of authority, independence and initiative in setting priorities, decision making, or problem solving that requires the use of discretionary judgment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews and edits metadata through copy cataloging of purchased ebooks, print books, and other library resources in different formats with some degree of independence, utilizing international standards, codes, and practices
• Creates, updates, and maintains holding and item records. Processes library resources in a timely manner
• Activates electronic portfolios for electronic books in the library’s catalog to enable access.
• Maintains bibliographic records for specific electronic collections, including licensed demand-driven collection
• Builds and updates library data in batch, utilizing appropriate software
• Imports files of records from vendors or other sources into the library database
• Performs batch updates and changes to descriptive and subject metadata to maintain the library catalog, including withdrawals, item status updates, and location changes
• Provides cataloging and metadata statistics or reports as needed
• Assigns classification numbers to records as needed using the Library of Congress Classification Schedules. Resolves call number conflicts during the cataloging process and makes adjustments as needed
• Trains and supervises student assistants in Technical Services work as needed
• Participates in planning, procedure development and implementation, and policy and decision-making processes for the unit and for the department and library as required
• Resolves and responds to metadata issues reported via online form, library help desk, and library staff. Cross-trains on receiving and processing serial issues and standing orders and corrects serial metadata records as needed

Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education

Other Required Qualifications

Two (2) years of library or related experience in technological or detail-oriented work Basic knowledge of the RDA metadata schema, LC classification, and MARC format Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years experience in an academic library Experience with copy cataloging Experience with OCLC Connexion Client and ExLibris Alma

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is $19.61 to $24.50 per hour.  Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit- https://hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits/index.php

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE Working knowledge of a bibliographic utility and library services platform

SKILLS Excellent attention to detail and high degree of accuracy and efficiency Strong organizational skills, including ability to plan and prioritize multiple tasks to meet established deadlines Problem solving skills including ability to exercise independent judgment within areas of responsibilities Good interpersonal verbal and written communication skills Excellent initiative, teamwork, time management, project management and presentation skills Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)