Metadata Management Librarian at Columbia University Libraries

Responsibilities Metadata Management Collaborate with Libraries IT in the development and maintenance of vendor metadata load profiles, data exports to external systems. Provide quality control and optimal normalization of shelf ready workflows, working with vendors to implement best practices. Collaborate with staff in CAMS and the Rare Book & Manuscript Library regarding special projects with metadata needs Support peers in Collections Strategies in assessing metadata sources and practices for electronic resources. Collection Maintenance and Batch Processing Perform bulk edit changes in the FOLIO inventory as necessary for data remediation or adding retention statements to collaborative collections. Support authority workflows in collaboration with Libraries IT. FOLIO System Implementation and Support Support the implementation and ongoing workflow development for acquisitions and collection inventory maintenance and processes Explore opportunities for automation and optimize FOLIO settings and features. Help manage implementation of future releases of FOLIO versions. Staff Training, Workflow Development, Documentation Facilitate staff in the application of FAST subject vocabularies Assist division librarians in maintaining procedural documentation in wiki-spaces. Explore software solutions and metadata related tools for possible introduction to procedures and workflows. Qualifications Required: Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent experience. Demonstrated experience with multiple library systems, metadata standards and formats, leading to resource discovery. Knowledge of applications and tools relevant to metadata management. Excellent communication, organization, and analytical problem-solving skills. Two or more years experience in an academic (preferably) library setting. Preferred: Experience with Voyager and/or FOLIO library management systems. Understanding of library acquisitions practices and linkage to metadata Experience with database queries and applications, use of SQL, API’s, and various tools and reporting software. Application Instructions Join us in shaping the future of library services and advancing open data initiatives at Columbia University! #J-18808-Ljbffr METRO | 599 Apply tot his job Apply To this Job