The University of Cincinnati Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of:
Digital Metadata Librarian, a tenure-track, 12-month Faculty Appointment
The University of Cincinnati Libraries (UCL) seeks a creative and enthusiastic Digital Metadata Librarian.
The change in UCL from a project-based mode to a comprehensive program for digital collections has
increased the demand for metadata services (e.g. descriptive, administrative, and structural) and the
concurrent need to develop and document associated policies and procedural standards. As more data
types are represented in library collections, there is a growing need to harmonize descriptive metadata
policies and practices across all resources. The successful candidate will participate heavily in nonMARC metadata and establishing practices and standards for non-MARC metadata creation across the
libraries. Candidates should be enthusiastic about supporting expanded access to digital collections and
the ability to follow and anticipate developing technologies will be essential.
Duties Include: establishing procedures for creation and maintenance of metadata for digital and
nontraditional library collections; working with other library departments to establish procedures for
metadata creation; perform quality control on metadata for digital collections; transform metadata
across institutional repository and digital collections platforms; maintain knowledge of current
description standards such as RDA, Linked Data/BIBFRAME, and emerging metadata standards; catalog
library materials using traditional rules (RDA, LCSH, LCC, MARC21, NACO authority work, etc.); and
serving on library committees and teams as assigned; may manage student assistants.
Environment:
The University of Cincinnati is a Carnegie Research 1 institution, offering educational excellence and
real-world experience. A large, public, urban university with a diverse student population of
approximately 42,000, UC was “among the top tier of the Best National Universities,” US News & World
Report, September 2012. UC also holds a reputation for signature architecture that places it among the
world's most beautiful campuses. Visit: http://www.uc.edu/about .
The University of Cincinnati Libraries are a charter member of the Association of Research Libraries. A
Strategic Plan launched in 2014 positions the libraries to become the globally engaged, intellectual
commons of the university, the hub for collaboration, digital innovation and scholarly endeavor on
campus. The libraries provide access to research collections from 10 locations which include more than
4.4 million volumes, an online digital repository of over 500,000 local digital objects, 148 thousand ejournals and 1.3 million e-books. The University of Cincinnati is also a founding member of the OhioLINK
Library Consortium, providing access to resources available across the state. Visit: http://libraries.uc.edu
Cincinnati is a vibrant destination on the scenic Ohio River. The “Queen City” is a culturally diverse city
with all the amenities of a large, bustling metropolis, including art museums, symphonies, opera and
theater, historic architecture, outstanding parks & recreation system, fine restaurants, and sports
events. Visit: http://www.cincinnatiusa.com/
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Delivers metadata services in collaboration with other library departments, university partners,
and external collaborators.
Works with diverse constituents to support the discovery of and access to the Libraries' licensed
and locally created digital content and analog collections
Participate in the facilitating the ingestion and harvesting of metadata records and establishing
approved data models for the UC Digital Repository.
Work with stakeholders to ensure the harmonization of descriptive metadata standards across
UCL in a shared discovery environment
Works collaboratively to investigate and evaluate best practices as part of participation in the
development, implementation, and evaluation of metadata policies, goals, and procedures for
print and digital collections
Perform original and complex copy cataloging to describe, expose and enrich library collections
in a variety of languages and in all bibliographic and physical formats, including serials, media,
electronic resources, and digital collections.
Participate in experimental and innovative programs in support of eScience, eLearning, digital
social sciences and humanities, data analytics, and data mining.
Engages in authority control processes to provide intellectual control as a component of
metadata services.
Qualifications:
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A graduate degree in relevant field such as library science/information science/management or
data analysis field
Familiar with content standards such as Dublin Core, VRA, MARC21, AACR2, RDA, LCSH, LCC,
EAD, MODS
Practical experience with all aspects of metadata creation including selection and
implementation of metadata standards, quality control, and cross walking/mapping data sets
Knowledge of protocols and data models such as OAI-PMH, OAI-ORE, BIBFRAME, DPLA MAP,
Linked Open Data, RDF
Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to problem solving and working
across organizational boundaries
Familiarity with one or more scripting languages and APIs
Aptitude for complex, analytical work with an attention to detail, with the ability to manage
multiple priorities and competing deadlines
Physical requirements include thinking analytically, use effective verbal and written
communication, remember details, keyboarding/typing, concentrate on tasks, attend work
related meetings and directing others.
Salary and Benefits:
Rank and salary are negotiable depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include health
care, retirement plan, 22 days vacation, sick leave, and tuition remission for self and immediate family.
Contact:
Review of applications will begin November 17th and continue until the position is filled. Applications,
including cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references, must
be submitted online at: https://www.jobsatuc.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=89767 (position #
214PV9239) or call 513-556-1553 for assistance.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer