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Posted: 25-Apr-25
Location: Albany, New York
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Internal Number: 187646
Perform original and complex metadata treatment and authority work for physical library materials including print books and serials, microform, media, realia, and special collections/rare manuscripts within the University at Albany Libraries' shared SUNY-wide Alma environment. Provide insight and expertise for organizing physical collections and contribute to the development and implementation of relevant policies, procedures, and workflows.
Research, publication, and service to the Libraries, University, and profession are expected to satisfy criteria for continuing appointment (tenure) and promotion. Procedures for Promotion and Continuing Appointment for Library Academic Faculty includes details of the procedure, criteria, and expectations.
The UAlbany Libraries work continuously to review organizational structure, assess services, modify roles and responsibilities, adjust workflows, explore new ways of engaging with faculty and campus partners, and plan for future building renovations. It's an exciting time to be part of the University Libraries.
The University at Albany is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive learning, living, and working environment that is free from inequality and discrimination, and to fostering a nurturing and vibrant community founded upon the fundamental dignity and respect of all of its members. More information about diversity and inclusion at UAlbany is available at https://www.albany.edu/diversity-and-inclusion
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Performs original cataloging and classification, including authority work, in accordance with national standards and library-wide policies for physical materials including print monographs, serials, microforms, multimedia resources, and rare books/manuscripts.
- Creates and maintains metadata in the library catalog for physical collections, special collections materials, and rare items requiring detailed description.
- Participates in special cataloging projects focused on physical collections, including retrospective conversion, reclassification, and inventory projects. Provide guidance to staff assigned to assist with projects.
- Performs bibliographic and authority maintenance activities for physical collection records, ensuring search quality and accuracy.
- Works collaboratively to develop and maintain cataloging and metadata documentation for physical materials, makes recommendations for process improvement.
- Works closely with Head of Resource Management to develop goals and projects regarding physical materials cataloging.
- Assists with automating and integrating workflows for metadata creation and related processes (such as processing and preservation documentation).
- Collaborates with Special Collections & Archives staff on metadata needs for rare and unique materials.
- Assists in supervising student employees, graduate assistants, and interns working with physical collections.
- Produces accurate statistics and reports related to physical materials cataloging tasks.
- Performs functions normally expected of the University Libraries academic faculty, including contributing to the profession, Libraries, and University through scholarship and service.
- Provides leadership, oversight and direction to direct reports (if assigned) to assure goals, programs, activities, and personnel practices are consistent with and contribute to the University's goals and strategies. Lead employees for maximum performance and dedication. Complete performance management feedback and goals timely and per requirements.
- Reports to Head of Resource Management
- May require occasional lifting and handling of library materials
- May work in temperature-controlled rare book/special collections environments
- Demonstrates excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills as well as empathy, patience, and tact.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
- Ability to handle rare and fragile materials with care.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization by date of application. Candidates who will not hold the degree by this date will not be considered.
- Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.
- Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging, relative to their role.
- 1 to 3 years of experience cataloging physical materials in a library or archival environment.
- Experience using cataloging standards, including MARC, RDA (Resource Description and Access), and AACR2.
- Experience using controlled vocabularies (e.g., Library of Congress Subject Headings, Library of Congress Genre/Form Terms, Library of Congress Demographic Group Terms)
- Experience creating metadata/catalog records using a bibliographic tool or application.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience cataloging materials for special collections
- Reading knowledge of a second language
- Experience using or creating Linked Data in library catalogs
- Experience using Marc Edit or other record manipulation software
- Experience using Alma and Primo
- Experience directing the work of others
- Experience contributing to meta data crosswalks for data migrations
- Experience with reparative description processes
- Experience creating metadata for physical multi-media collections (e.g. audio, video)
Additional Information:
Professional Rank and Salary Range: Senior Assistant Librarian, N3, $65,000-$70,000.
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