[Web4lib] Job Posting: METADATA/CATALOGING LIBRARIAN, University of California, Santa Cruz

[Lai-Ying Hsiung]

Metadata / Cataloging Librarian

The University of California, Santa Cruz 
<http://library.ucsc.edu/home.html>Library has an opening for a bold, 
innovative, knowledgeable, and service-oriented individual to become 
a member of the Technical Services section leadership group.  The 
person we are seeking will supervise the Metadata/Cataloging Unit, 
participate in the reorganization of a library now experiencing 
transformative growth and change in California's premier public 
university system, and join in the development and implementation of 
new approaches to bibliographic services.  Reporting to the Head of 
Technical Services, the incumbent will assist in researching, 
recommending, planning and implementing new metadata/cataloging and 
acquisitions systems, tools, technologies, procedures and policies 
across the UCSC Library. As part of UC systemwide library efforts, 
the incumbent will also participate in systemwide cataloging, 
metadata and acquisitions initiatives.

About UC Santa Cruz:  With an enrollment of 15,000 undergraduate and 
graduate students, UCSC is one of ten campuses of the University of 
California.  In a survey of 60 elite universities, UC Santa Cruz 
ranked 15th for the percentage of its students whose bachelor's 
degree led to doctorates.  Another study ranked UCSC as 11th in the 
country among public universities for the quality of its research 
productivity. Researchers at the University of California, Santa 
Cruz, attracted a record $128.5 million in external grants and 
contracts to the campus in the 2005-06 fiscal year.  UCSC is 
distinctive as a major research university with an uncommon 
commitment to teaching and public service. UCSC is especially 
interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and 
excellence of the academic community.
The UCSC Library has collections of approximately 1.5 million 
volumes, more than 22,000 serials, two library buildings, and a staff 
of 120. The Library has the most intensely used collection in the UC 
system.  Deeply embedded in the Library's culture is a tradition of 
flexibility and innovation, which has enabled the Library to 
participate actively in the University's instruction and research 
programs.  Excellent service is another hallmark of the UCSC Library, 
as is partnership with the other UC libraries and the California 
Digital Library. The UCSC Library uses the Innovative Interfaces 
Inc.(III) ILS and adds approximately 35,000 records to the III and 
the Melvyl system catalogs each year.

Rank:  Associate Librarian
Beginning of Appointment Salary Range:  $43,860, salary commensurate 
with qualifications and experience
Position Available:  January 3, 2007

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Reporting to the Head of Technical Services, the 
incumbent is responsible for the overall supervision of the 
Metadata/Cataloging Unit and works closely with the Acquisitions Unit.

    * Ensure that all information resources in all formats (print or 
non-print, monographic or serial resources, media and archival 
materials) are promptly and accurately described in the online 
catalog and other finding tools.
    * Develop, implement, and maintain departmental policies and 
procedures for the bibliographic control of a diverse variety of 
materials in all formats.
    * Plan, organize, and direct the workload and workflow of the 
Metadata/Cataloging Unit in the provision of access to all 
formats.  Supervise, hire, train, and conduct performance reviews for 
the unit.
    * Act as a resource for the interpretation and application of 
national cataloging rules and local cataloging conventions for all 
formats and on matters relating to database maintenance and digital 
initiatives.
    * Perform complex cataloging and database maintenance, as well as 
complex problem resolution involving materials representing a wide 
variety of formats, languages, subjects and levels of difficulty.
    * Implement innovative technological methods for expediting workflow.
    * Work with other UCSC Library staff to develop cost effective 
and efficient strategies for producing metadata.
    * Identify and apply metadata schemas as appropriate.
    * Develop and implement creative approaches to bibliographic 
services to enhance discovery and utilization of resources by users.
    * Represent the UCSC Library and stay abreast of new technology, 
national developments, and best practices by attending conferences 
and participating in collaborations with other libraries within the 
UC system and elsewhere.
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent.
Minimum of 2 years professional original cataloging experience.
Professional understanding and knowledge of cataloging procedures and 
principles including but not limited to: OCLC copy and original 
cataloging, adding and maintaining authority records in academic 
libraries, AACR2R, LCRIs, LC classification, LCSH, MARC21 formats, 
cataloger web sites, and electronic lists.
Professional understanding and knowledge of non-MARC metadata 
schemas, standards, best practices, and their applications (e.g 
Dublin Core, XML, METS, MODS, OAI).
Current awareness of national trends and developments in cataloging, 
metadata standards, information retrieval and acquisitions practices.
Experience with library integrated database systems.
Demonstrated project management, analytical, and problem solving 
skills, with an aptitude for complex and detailed work.
Proven excellent communication, interpersonal and time-management 
skills with a strong service orientation.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a 
dynamic environment.
Prior successful supervisory experience, ability to motivate staff 
and set priorities, and effective organizational skills.
Demonstrated experience or ability to work with diverse populations 
of students, faculty, and staff.

Preferred qualifications: Acquisitions experience; professional 
experience in non-MARC metadata schemas and standards; experience 
with a national cooperative cataloging program such as PCC (NACO, 
BIBCO, or SACO); experience with at least one scripting language; 
demonstrated initiative investigating new ideas and implementing 
change; working knowledge of at least one modern European language 
and facility in working with other western languages: prior    Priot; 
prior experience in an academic research library; participation in 
professional organizations or groups relevant to the position; 
experience with emerging bibliographic information systems.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Professional librarians at UC are academic appointees and are 
represented by an exclusive bargaining agent, University Council 
-American Federation of Teachers (UC-AFT). They are entitled to 
appropriate professional leave, two days per month of vacation leave, 
one day per month of sick leave, and all other benefits granted to 
non-faculty academic personnel. UC has an excellent retirement system 
and sponsors a variety of group health, dental, vision, and life 
insurance plans in addition to other benefits. Relocation assistance 
is provided.
Appointees to the librarian series at UC shall have professional 
backgrounds that demonstrate a high degree of creativity, teamwork, 
and flexibility. In addition to professional competence and quality 
of service within the library in the primary job, advancement in the 
librarian series requires professional involvement and contributions 
outside of the library, university and community service, and 
scholarly activities. Candidates must show evidence or promise of 
such contributions.

APPLY TO: All applicants should submit a letter of application; 
curriculum vitae or resume; names, addresses, email addresses, and 
phone numbers of three references that can be contacted.  Send materials to:
  Library Administration
321 McHenry Library
University of California              Please refer to Position 
#T07-14 in all correspondence.
1156 High Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Or electronically to: <mailto:liboff at library.ucsc.edu>liboff at library.ucsc.edu



CLOSING DATE:  This position is open until filled. Review of 
applications will begin on Monday, October 16, 2006. To ensure full 
consideration, applications must be received by this date.

UCSC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

8/29/06


Lai-Ying Hsiung
Acting Head of Technical Services
University Library
University of California, Santa Cruz
1156 High St
Santa Cruz, CA 95064

lhsiung at ucsc.edu
831-459-5166