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Senior Catalog and Metadata Librarian

The Denver Public Library

Collection Services - Central Library

Application Deadline

Apply By Sep 5th, 2014

Wages

$25.89 to $41.42 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Denver, CO

Hours

40.00

MLS

Required

Minimum Education

Not Specified

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Required

Type of Library

Public

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Job Description

Background Information:

The Denver Public Library’s vision: We are connected.  The Library is making Denver a better place to live by fostering early literacy, preparing our future workforce and connecting people of all ages with information, ideas and experiences.  It’s an exciting and pivotal time at the Library! As a part of the Collection Services Department, this position will provide a leadership role as we move into the exciting future for the library catalog.  

What You’ll Do:

Work downtown at the Central Library in the Collection Services Department to create positive experiences for library customers by overseeing all aspects of cataloging, bibliographic and authority control, including cataloging in all formats using OCLC and the Polaris Library System. Advise and steer the catalog and ILS database maintenance. Review, develop and implement cataloging policies and procedures. Coordinate both regular workflow and linked data projects in coordination with the ILS team. Serve as the expert/lead on cataloging practices and policies within the Cataloging Department and throughout Denver Public Library. Prioritize the expectations of end users by providing quality control, high quality data and a satisfying discovery experience. Serve as a key resource in understanding and troubleshooting issues that impact all modules of the ILS. Provide regular training for library staff at all levels.  Facilitate communication regarding the catalog as it impacts other departments and customers. Regularly communicate with vendors who provide cataloging records and adapt EDI import profiles. Provide excellent customer service to library staff and customers. Supervise the creation and maintenance of serial records and work with public services staff in resolving serial control issues. Supervise a cataloging team of five staff members, including personnel, scheduling and customer service.

You Have:

Knowledge of AACR2, RDA, MARC formats, linked data/BIBFRAME, authority control, Dewey Decimal Classification, Library of Congress Subject Headings and serial control.  Skill in using business software and ILS.  Ability to provide strong, compassionate leadership. Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, positive attitude, cultural sensitivity and sense of humor in working with customers, coworkers and community.  Ability to creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner. Ability to multi-task and prioritize.  Ability to demonstrate innovation and flexibility.  Ability to select, train, motivate and supervise professional and support staff.  Ability to create and maintain positive staff relationships.  Ability to use extensive technology including email, internet, databases, eMedia, social media and other software.  Ability to pass a background check after the offer to hire has been made.  

A Master’s in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution.

At least two years of post-MLS professional-level cataloging work in library, including experience with OCLC, SQL/SQL scripting and EDI.

At least two years of supervisory experience. 

Experience working with Polaris Library Systems and Lean process improvement (preferred, not required).

We Provide:

$25.89 - $33.65 per hour starting salary range; $25.89 - $41.42 per hour full salary range.

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, offers are typically made within the starting salary range and depend on qualifications.  The City and County of Denver benefit package will be offered.

Regular, full-time, 40 hours per week. The schedule will be determined by the needs of the branch and may include evenings and weekend hours.

HR Info

Apply online at http://denverlibrary.applicantpro.com/jobs/ Resumes are not accepted without a completed employment application.

Posted Aug 22, 2014