Because we are trained in information management, and many of us specialize in management of digital assets. That said, there are many other professions that also have these skills and passion for the digital bit. Since it's Yale, there is likely an employment agreement that the library will hire those with an MLS or equivalent.

Things change slowly in academia - but as librarians explore new roles, so should university libraries consider other types of professions. There's a lot of cross-over.

Kim

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Kimberly Silk, MLS
Data Librarian, Martin Prosperity Institute
Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto
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On 2012-02-07, at 4:27 PM, Ethan Gruber wrote:

> 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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