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Subject: POSITION: Metadata Librarian
From: Chris Thornton <cpt3@po.cwru.edu>
Date: Wed, 09 Jul 2003 09:54:54 -0400
To: SERIALST@LIST.UVM.EDU

Metadata Librarian (Level II or III). Library Information Resources
(Position #3194)

The librarian in this position applies knowledge of concepts and
applications used in standards and practices of organizing information
to develop, plan, and lead the integration of metadata use and practices
throughout the library. This employee works under the general
supervision of the Coordinator for Bibliographic Access and Electronic
Cataloguing. RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinates creation of metadata for
image, audio, numeric and text-based digital objects. Works with the
University Library technical staff to develop mechanisms for
incorporating metadata into digital objects acquired, stored and
presented in the University Digital Library.  Also performs original and
copy cataloguing by providing description and complex subject analysis
for a variety of electronic and digital resources using OCLC as the
cataloguing utility, AACR II, LC Subject Headings, LC Classification,
MARC21 formats and other standard cataloguing tools. Collaborates with
other library and other campus units/departments in defining and using
metadata for digital objects developed in the Library as well as outside
the Library so as to be included in the Digital Library collections.
Maintains a strong and active presence in professional activities
related to metadata standards.  Works independently using analytical and
problem solving skills, collegially and effectively in a cooperative
environment. QUALIFICATIONS:  ALA-accredited Masters degree in Library
or Information Science required. Cataloguing experience, including
experience with AACR2, LC Classification, LCSH, LCRI, OCLC, and a local
integrated library system. Ability to work in a complex environment with
a diverse user group; strong verbal and written skills; and knowledge of
library information technology. For Level 3, experience with metadata
standards such as: EAD, TEl, Dublin Core, VRA Core, RDF, CIDOC required.
Experience with HTML or XML. Level 3 requires 5 years of Library
technical experience. Level 2 requires 3 years experience. Experience in
a highly automated academic library setting is highly recommended.

SEE:
<http://www.cwru.edu/UL/LibAdmin/jobs/joblist.html>http://www.cwru.edu/UL/LibAdmin/jobs/joblist.html
for complete job description and requirements.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Comprehensive benefits package including tuition
waiver.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit letter of application, résumé, and names,
telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references to:

Case Western Reserve University
Human Resources Department
10900 Euclid Avenue
           Cleveland, Ohio 44106-7047

Faxed to (216) 368-4678 or e-mailed to
<mailto:careerhr@cwru.edu>careerhr@cwru.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until
the position is filled.

In employment as in education, Case Western Reserve University is
committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity and encourages
applications from traditionally underrepresented groups.

The University Library is a model information provider committed to
excellence and providing collections of physical and virtual information
resources and innovative information services.  The library is a member
of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research
Libraries and is a founding member of the Ohio Library and Information
Network consortium, OhioLINK.  The Library is seeking an innovative,
creative and future-oriented professional to join its staff.

Christopher P. Thornton
Kelvin Smith Library
Bibliographic Access
Case Western Reserve University
11055 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, Ohio 44106
Phone:216-368-6229
e-mail: cpt3@po.cwru.edu
Fax 216-368-3669