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Metadata Analyst and Head of the Cataloging Section Information Delivery, Organization & Retrieval Information Services Division University of Southern California The University of Southern California's Information Services Division (ISD) is seeking an experienced Metadata Analyst and Head of the Cataloging Section. The Metadata Analyst and Head of the Cataloging Section is responsible for management of the Cataloging Section and creation and maintenance of a variety of catalog records (including DC & MARC) using various systems. The work is in transition and involves continuing existing processes and participating in the introduction and deployment of new systems and procedures. As changes are introduced, the mix of responsibilities will shift increasingly toward new metadata control mechanisms for digital resources. The individual will supervise and manage three to five staff including librarians, paraprofessionals, and non-professionals; create and maintain metadata for all types of library resources. The mix of materials is in flux, but increasingly digital. The incumbent will identify and downloads or create descriptive cataloging, verifying and/or supplying appropriate subject headings, category codes, and LC classification; uses Sirsi, OCLC, RLIN, WordCat, LC Authorities, and other systems to accomplish these tasks within established guidelines; works on special projects to add or enhance existing records for various purposes, such as the Open Archive Initiative; reviews and maintains URLs for digital resources based on link checking software; investigates and recommends solutions in various metadata problems as part of introducing new systems and procedures; performs item conversion in Sirsi, including bar-coding items and changing processing status; withdraws library materials, suppresses records, etc.; and maintains statistics using Excel. Campus/Location: University Park Campus. This is a full time position. Minimum Qualifications: Master's Degree with two years experience, however, combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education. Experience as a manager, preferably in a large catalog department; excellent judgment and decision-making skills; ability to deal with change, ambiguity and complex problems and to understand inter-system relationships; library skills, especially in metadata application, cataloging (MARC/AACRII/AACRIII) authority control, database searching, using automated bibliographic systems, equivalent to a minimum of four years of experience; ability to apply traditional cataloging knowledge in evolving metadata management environment; familiarity and facility in working with vagaries of digital media; ability to adhere to rigorous accuracy and thoroughness requirements; ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly; flexibility to work independently and as part of a team; ability to communicate both verbally and in writing for understanding and expressing complex topics effectively; and computer skills: integrated library systems, database systems, word processing, spreadsheets, as well as comfort in dealing with a variety of changes systems licensed for users. For the full position description, including the application procedure, please visit: http://www.usc.edu/bus-affairs/ers/jobs/19439.html USC is an EO/AA Employer ---------------- R. Wayne Shoaf Director Information Delivery, Organization & Retrieval Information Services Division University of Southern California University Village, UVI, Bldg. A 3305 South Hoover Street Los Angeles, CA 90007-3557 213.740.4090 [log in to unmask]