Electronic Resources Metadata Specialist
William Paterson University
Wayne

Electronic Resources Metadata Specialist (William Paterson University, New
Jersey)

Job Code 624ALA William Paterson University invites applications for a twelve
month tenure-track position as an Electronic Resources Metadata Specialist.
Working under the direction of the Coordinator of Bibliographic Services, this
position is responsible for providing original and complex copy cataloging of
all electronic resources, as well as a variety of other formats, using MARC,
RDA, AACR2, LCCS/LCSH, OCLC and the Voyager integrated library
system. S/he resolves discrepancies, develops and
implements best practices for batch processing routines, especially in the
area of emerging formats, including metadata standards such as
Bibframe. The successful candidate participates in
departmental planning and projects, as well as the User Education and Liaison
programs. Serves on Library, University, regional and
national committees as appropriate. ALA-accredited MLS, or equivalent (by time
of appointment) is required. A second graduate degree is required for tenure.
Additional requirements include advanced course work or
experience in cataloging; familiarity with established and emerging metadata
standards; demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member;
excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills; strong
commitment to service and professional development. Experience cataloging
digital and non-print materials in an ILS (Voyager preferred); familiarity
with creating queries and reports using Microsoft Access or similar tool is
preferred. William Paterson University is a public institution of higher
learning. The University offers more than 250 undergraduate and graduate
academic programs which range from liberal arts and sciences to pre-
professional and professional programs; it enrolls nearly 11,500 students from
across the country and from over 40 nations. The University is situated on a
beautiful, 370 acres suburban campus in Wayne, New Jersey, just twenty miles
west of New York City. Candidates should submit a letter of application, CV,
and contact information for three (3) professional references to Pamela
Vovchuk at [[log in to unmask]](mailto:[log in to unmask]) or via
mail to her at William Paterson University, 300 Pompton Road, Cheng Library,
Wayne, NJ 07470. Electronic submission preferred. Must
reference Job Code in letter of application. Review of applications will begin
immediately and continue until position is filled. For
additional information about the University visit
[www.wpunj.edu](http://www.wpunj.edu). William Paterson University is an equal
opportunity employer that actively values and supports diversity among
faculty, staff and students. Women, minorities, and members of under-
represented groups are encouraged to apply.



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