Professional Research Assistant

Natural Hazards Library

University of Colorado Boulder

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

Not Specified

Location

Boulder, CO

Hours

40.00

MLS

Preferred

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Other

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

The Natural Hazards Center is seeking a librarian with experience developing and maintaining websites, programming for the web and solid cataloguing skills.

The successful candidate will develop and maintain library, customer, and Web site information systems and oversee the migration of records to the DSpace open repository system and Koha ILS. 

Responsibilities:

—Updating and enhancing Center web projects using HTML, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery

—Utilize APIs to maintain and extend vendor tools

—Creating original MARC records using Anglo-American Cataloging Rules Second Edition (AACR2) for descriptions, Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) for subject analysis, and local lexicon and classification systems. Editing MARC records using local standards

—Developing and updating protocols and standards for bibliographic entry

—Instructing and supervising student assistants in related technical work

Additional Info & Requirements

The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the ADA Coordinator at hr-ada@colorado.edu.

The University of Colorado Boulder conducts background checks on all final applicants being considered for employment.

Minimum Qualifications 

—One to two years experience cataloging in multiple material types and formats.

—University degree required (BA/BS minimum).

Required Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and abilities     

—Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, web analytics, and content management systems.

—Experience with AACR2 and LCSH.

—Knowledge of MARC bibliographic and authorities formats.

—Demonstrated knowledge of current library technologies, standards, and best practices.

—Working knowledge of metadata standards, particularly Dublin Core.

—Knowledge of and interest in cataloguing trends and emerging standards.

—Knowledge of and interest in web standards, usability, and accessibility

HR Info

Applicants must complete the Faculty/University Staff and EEO Data (application) form, and upload the following required documents:

  1. Letter of Application (Cover Letter)
  2. Resume
  3. Document 1: Statement of Salary
  4. Proof of Highest Degree Earned
  5. List of three professional references, from whom an official written letter of recommendation will be requested by the hiring unit at the appropriate time during the search.

Posted Mar 13, 2015