Job Summary
The Cataloging and Metadata Services team at Fondren Library is seeking a metadata analyst. This position takes a creative approach to library data by gathering datasets, looking for quality indicators, and advising or applying improvements as appropriate. This position collaborates with others on local and regional digital projects. Provides training or technical advice to library staff regarding resource description and metadata assignment.
This position is expected to be full time, hybrid (60% on campus)
Essential Functions
- Assists or manages special cataloging projects undertaken as assigned by the Department Head
- Assists other departments and work groups in developing controlled metadata fields
- Acts as liaison
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- for metadata projects with other departments within the library and/or other campus groups
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- Provides quality control and documentation for metadata relating to cultural heritage and research data repositories
- Provides training or technical advice to library staff regarding resource description and metadata assignment
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Additional Functions
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- Participates in departmental and
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- library‐wide committees and work groups established to further various aspects of the Fondren Library mission
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- May act a project manager on small projects
- Assists in other cataloging activities as needed
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- Performs other duties as assigned
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