Why are MLS degrees always required for these sorts of jobs?

Ethan

On Tue, Feb 7, 2012 at 4:21 PM, <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in
> New Haven, Connecticut. Conveniently located between Boston and New York,
> New
> Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that
> include two major art museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater,
> state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture,
> Art, Drama, and Music.
>
> **The University and the Library**
> The Yale University Library, as one of the world's leading research
> libraries,
> collects, organizes, preserves, and provides access to and services for a
> rich
> and unique record of human thought and creativity. It fosters intellectual
> growth and is a highly valued partner in the teaching and research
> missions of
> Yale University and scholarly communities worldwide. A distinctive
> strength is
> its rich spectrum of resources, including more than 12.5 million volumes
> and
> information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed
> books
> to electronic databases. The Library is engaged in numerous digital
> initiatives designed to provide access to a full array of scholarly
> information. Housed in the Sterling Memorial Library and twenty school and
> departmental libraries, it employs a dynamic, diverse, and innovative
> staff of
> over 500who have the opportunity to work with the highest caliber of
> faculty
> and students, participate on committees, and are involved in other areas of
> staff development. For additional information on the Yale University
> Library,
> please visit the Library's web site at[http://www.library.y
> ale.edu/](http://www.library.yale.edu/).
>
> **Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library**
> The Beinecke Library is Yale's principal repository for literary papers and
> early manuscripts and rare books. In addition to distinguished general
> collections, the library houses the Osborn Collection, noted for its
> British
> and literary and historical manuscripts, and outstanding special
> collections
> devoted to American literature, German literature, and Western Americana.
> The
> Beinecke's collections include materials ranging from medieval manuscripts
> to
> born-digital electronic records, audio and video. The Beinecke has
> undertaken
> an ambitious digitization program and offers online access to over 150,000
> images through its Digital Images Online database, as well as access to
> streaming audio and video, and to a host of online exhibitions and digital
> projects involving blogs, podcasts, and social-tagging. The Beinecke is
> currently engaged in bringing intentionality to the development of the
> Library's digital resources and projects, and to providing responsive and
> effective services to online users of the Beinecke's materials as well as
> thoughtful integration with other digital efforts at Yale. For additional
> information about the Beinecke Library, visit[
> http://www.library.yale.edu/bein
> ecke/.](http://www.library.yale.edu/beinecke/)
>
> **General Purpose**
> Under the general direction of the Head of Technical Services and working
> in
> close collaboration with the Head of Technology and Digital Assets, the
> Digital Imaging Studio Production Manager, and units across the Beinecke
> Library, the Head of Digital Projects & Metadata plays a leading role in
> creating, describing, and delivering digitized resources and in exploring,
> proposing, and developing innovative tools and services that improve the
> ability of scholars, students, and educators to make use of existing and
> emerging digital resources.
>
> **Responsibilities**
> The Head of Digital Projects & Metadata is responsible for the day-to-day
> management of a variety of digital projects and is responsible for
> overseeing
> and creating metadata across a wide range of materials including
> manuscripts,
> photographs, ephemera, art objects, maps, prints and drawings, books, and
> other printed material. The Head of Digital Projects & Metadata provides
> leadership and technical expertise in the investigation and application of
> new
> metadata standards; defines input standards; devises quality control
> routines;
> proposes local policies and procedures; maintains and enhances current
> metadata infrastructure and practices; prepares and evaluates material for
> digital capture; participates in managing the workflow of the Digital
> Studio
> and coordinates and supervises metadata creation by staff, student
> assistants,
> and interns; hires and supervises Digital Projects & Metadata staff;
> provides
> guidance, training, skill development, and performance evaluation;
> participates in the formulation of policies and procedures for the
> Technical
> Services Department. The Head of Digital Projects & Metadata is a liaison
> to
> the Technology and Digital Assets Department and works collaboratively with
> other Library staff to develop and employ improved interfaces and delivery
> tools. The Head of Digital Projects & Metadata represents the Beinecke in
> Yale
> University Library-wide and nationally, in discussions and committees
> pertaining to metadata, cataloging standards, and digital initiatives for
> digital library development at Yale, and is active professionally. May be
> required to assist with disaster recovery efforts. May be assigned to work
> on
> West Campus.
>
> **Qualifications**
> MLS from an ALA-accredited library science program. Cataloging experience
> in a
> research or academic library setting, preferably with special collections
> materials. Demonstrated familiarity with the basic principles and standards
> for descriptive cataloging of rare printed materials, archival and
> manuscript
> material, or visual materials. Knowledge of established and emerging
> metadata
> schemes (Dublin Core, EAD, EAC-CPF,MODS, MARC, VRA Core, CDWA), content
> standards (AACR2, DCRM, DACS, CCO), and thesauri (LCSH, NAF, AAT, TGM).
> Bibliographic knowledge of at least one modern Western European language.
> Excellent technical aptitude with computer applications such as MS Excel
> and
> MS Access. Experience with library management systems such as Voyager.
> Experience with digital reformatting projects; experience with project
> management tools and techniques; demonstrated ability to use databases and
> develop functional requirements for them; knowledge of the principles,
> standards, and technological framework of digital preservation; strong
> commitment to enhancing service through teamwork and responsiveness to
> clients
> and project partners, both internal and external. Ability to excel in a
> rapidly changing environment. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
> across units, organize and coordinate work, handle multiple projects
> simultaneously, meet deadlines, and be an effective contributor to a
> production-oriented, project environment. Excellent written and oral
> communication skills. Supervisory experience required. One year of
> professional experience required. For appointment to the rank of Librarian
> II
> requires two years of professional experience and professional
> accomplishments. For appointment to the rank of Librarian III requires five
> years of professional experience and professional accomplishments.
>
> **Salary and Benefits**
> We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and
> excellence of
> a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale
> University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and
> true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide
> variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and
> educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive
> recreational
> facilities, and much more.
>
> Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and
> contact
> information of three professional references should be sent by creating an
> account and applying onlineatfor immediate consideration - the
> STARS req ID for this position is 15467BR. Please be sure to reference #
> 15467BR in your cover letter.
>
> Background Check Requirements
>
> All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment
> background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle and
> credit checks based on the position description and job requirements.
> Internal
> candidates may be subject to a motor vehicle or credit check for this
> position
> based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are
> contingent on successful completion of the required background
> check.
>
> Please visitfor additional information on the background check
> requirements and
> process.
>
>
> Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale
> values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly
> encourages
> applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.
>
>
>
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