Head of Cataloging & Metadata Services (University of Miami)
The University of Miami Libraries seeks an innovative professional to provide leadership and management for the Libraries’ Cataloging & Metadata Services for digital, print, media, and other materials.
POSITION: Reporting to the Director for Information Management and Systems, the Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services is responsible for the planning , development, and assessment of cataloging and metadata operations, procedures, services, and activities; supervises, evaluates, develops, and mentors four faculty and 16 staff; provides leadership and directs the enhancement of metadata infrastructures and practices; develops assessment strategies and maintains statistics; investigates, evaluates, makes recommendations, implements, and monitors outsourced cataloging and/or processing; identifies, investigates, and implements new procedures, and promotes the use of the latest technologies to effectively support the organization of and access to electronic information; works collaboratively with acquisitions staff to manage electronic resources tools & services; oversees development departmental web development; responsible for the integrity of descriptive data records; coordinates policies and procedures with Information Management and Systems and other library department heads; serves as a standing member of the Department Representatives Group; works collaboratively and effectively with faculty, staff, administrators, and students; supports participation in national cooperative cataloging programs; keeps abreast of trends, best practices, and standards for cataloging and metadata; participates in services activities for the Libraries and the University.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required: ALA accredited master’s degree in Library and Information Science; minimum of 5 years of increasingly responsible professional cataloging and metadata practice and management experience in an academic or research library; demonstrated knowledge and experience in the application of national cataloging standards and practices [AACR2, LC Classification, LCSH, MARC formats], issues and trends; extensive knowledge and experience in metadata creation, practices, and standards [e.g. Dublin Core, XML, METS, MODS, Precis, and/or VRA], and awareness of national and international issues and trends; demonstrated innovative & creative approaches for improving technical services operations and an interest and involvement in emerging digital information environments; demonstrated successfulsupervisory experience and proven management skills; demonstrated ability to manage a budget and produce analytical reports based on statistical data; experience with national bibliographic utilities (OCLC) and integrated library systems, preferably Innovative Interfaces, Inc.; demonstrated commitment to user-centered library service and the ability to work flexibly and creatively in a changing and fast-paced environment with a culturally diverse population; demonstrated effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; evidence of continued professional development, involvement, and contribution.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications of the person selected. This is a non-tenure track twelve-month faculty appointment at the Associate, or Professor rank. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including: paid pension plan; partially paid medical and dental insurance plans; life, disability, and long-term care insurance available; tuition remission; 13 paid holidays; and 22 days annual vacation. Additional employment benefits available include credit union; Employee Assistance Program; bookstore, and sporting event discounts; optional fee-based membership in a state-of-the-art wellness center, moving allowance, and no state or local income taxes. More information on benefits can be found at: http://www.miami.edu/benefits/pdf/bensum-faculty06.pdf.
THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Miami is one of the nation’s leading research universities in a community of extraordinary diversity and international vitality. The University is privately supported, non-sectarian institution, located in Coral Gables, Florida, on a 260-acre subtropical campus. The University comprises 11 degree granting
schools and colleges, including Architecture, Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Communication, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Music, Nursing, and Marine and Atmospheric Science (www.miami.edu <http://www.miami.edu/> ).
THE LIBRARY: The University of Miami Libraries (www.library.miami.edu <http://www.library.miami.edu/> ) ranks among the top 50 research libraries in North America with a combined collection of approximately 3 million volumes, 48,000 current serials, and over 33,000 E-journal titles. The Otto G. Richter Library lies in the heart of the campus and serves as the central library for the University. Other University of Miami libraries include the Paul Buisson Architecture Library, the Judi Prokop Newman Business Information Resource Center, and the Marta & Austin Weeks Music Library, the Marine and Atmospheric Science Library, and the Louis Calder Memorial Library. The campus also has an independent Law library. The Libraries provide support and services for approx. 10,100 undergraduates, 5,100 graduate students, and 10,000 full and part time faculty and staff. The Libraries has a staff of 37 Librarians and 86 support staff and is a member of ARL, ASERL, CLIR, NERL, OCLC, RLG, and SOLINET.
APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications and nominations will be accepted until a suitable candidate is selected. Applications should be submitted electronically and must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and the names of three references.
The references will not be contacted before the appropriate time. Send nominations and applications to:
Rudy Montejo, Human Resources Coordinator
Otto G. Richter Library
University of Miami
P.O. Box 248214
Coral Gables, FL 33124-0320
e-mail: richter.recruiting@miami.edu
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. The University has a strong commitment to diversity and encourages applications from candidates of diverse cultural backgrounds.