Cataloging/Metadata Librarian

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites applicants to apply for a full-time, twelve-month tenured faculty position. Librarian Rank will be assigned at the initial appointment to the position. The role of the Cataloging/Metadata Librarian is to provide support and direction in all areas and guidelines of the integrated library system that is used within the USMAI library consortium. This position is a key factor in all libraries due to the acquisition and maintenance of the library collection.

Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays paid leave, annual leave 22 days per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year.

Responsibilities:

• Performs original & copy cataloging records for print, non-print & digital

items.

• Assists in the maintenance & operation of the library's automation system

for bibliographic control.

• Supervision of Library Services Tech and student assistants.
• Information literacy instruction.
• Reference desk assistance & other related duties assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in library science or related degree from an ALA

accredited institution

• Must be able to work rotating Saturdays

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Familiar with all aspects & guidelines of cataloging tools & principles

(Integrated Library Systems, LC Subject Headings & Classification, OCLC

bibliographic formats & authority files

• MARC, AACR2, OCLC experience
• Integrated library system & OCLC system experience
• Collection development experience
• Ability to work as a team member and/or work independently
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to communicate effectively

Physical Demands:

• May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk.
• May require lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and

internally.

• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Preferences:

• One to two years of recent cataloging experience.

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Best Consideration Date: N/A

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Department

UMES-LBSC-Library Sciences

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$55,000

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.