The Presbyterian Historical Society (PHS) in Philadelphia, PA, is hiring a
full-time, permanent Cataloging and Metadata Librarian. This position oversees
and performs cataloging and metadata work at PHS and does original cataloging
of complex and rare materials; manages and maintains catalog software and
liaises with vendors; leads efforts to implement a reparative and inclusive
approach to description; and contributes to remote reference.
Basic Commitment
This position calls for a basic commitment to the mission of the Presbyterian
Historical Society, the Office of the General Assembly, and the Presbyterian
Church (U.S.A.) as well as a commitment to continue to dismantle white
supremacy, sexism and racism in the Office of the General Assembly and the
PC(USA). The position fosters collaboration, innovation and openness with
colleagues, constituents and the wider church.
Job Duties
1. Assess PHS collection materials needing electronic catalog records.
Prioritize and develop strategy for original and copy cataloging, record
enhancement, and re-cataloging projects.
2. Perform original and complex copy cataloging for a variety of formats,
including monographs, serials, manuscripts, audiovisual materials, and archival
collections. Create and revise name authority (NACO) records.
3. Establish, implement, and document workflows for automated and manual
catalog and database maintenance, including batch import of records, global
editing, and record enhancement.
4. Oversee and train staff in copy cataloging. Supervise one full-time
Archives Technician.
5. Manage relationships with catalog software vendors and oversee
performance of and upgrades to the Koha integrated library system (Calvin) and
Presto integrated databases (Sheppard) and assist with troubleshooting software
issues.
6. Lead and advise staff on efforts to implement a reparative and
inclusive approach to bibliographic, archival, and digital content description,
including development of associated policies and maintenance of terminology
crosswalks.
7. Participate in metadata crosswalking, cleanup, and migration projects
for digital collections.
8. Maintain awareness of, and engagement with, national and international
trends and developments in cataloging and metadata standards, including
learning about and planning for linked data and reparative approaches to
classification and description. Share information on these issues with staff.
9. Contribute to remote reference (10% of time).
10. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor or the Office of the General
Assembly.
Qualifications
· At least three years of professional cataloging experience working
with a variety of formats.
· Experience working with an integrated library system, OCLC Connexion
or another national bibliographic utility, and related cataloging tools (i.e.
Cataloger’s Desktop, RDA Toolkit, Classification Web).
· Significant knowledge of and ability to apply the following
cataloging standards: Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2), Resource
Description and Access (RDA), Describing Archives : A Content Standard (DACS),
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), Library of Congress Classification
(LCC), and MARC21 formats for bibliographic and authority data.
· Experience with batch-loading records and performing global changes.
· Experience with a national cooperative cataloging program such as PCC
(NACO).
· Knowledge of metadata standards for digital collections, such as MODS.
· Strong attention to detail and accuracy with information as well as
good communication skills (both written and verbal).
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively, remain flexible
when needs and goals change, and work well in a small office setting.
Desired Qualifications
· Experience with rare book cataloging and use of DCRM(B).
· Experience cataloging serials.
· At least two years of supervisory experience.
· Knowledge of linked open data standards, systems and formats (RDF,
JSON-LD, SKOS, OWL, SPARQL, schema.org, Wikidata etc.)
· Experience remediating large sets of metadata using tools such as
Open Refine.
· Experience providing written reference responses to patrons.
· Working knowledge of one or more non-English languages.
Education
Master’s degree in library or information science from an ALA-accredited
institution.
Sensory or Physical Requirements
Must be able to do extensive computer work, move 35 lb. boxes, and stoop and
stretch to pull and move books.
Reports to
Director of Programs and Services
Supervises
Archives Technician
Salary Range
$58,000 minimum
Benefits
We believe that a balanced life, with time for work, leisure, and spiritual
nurture, makes us healthier and more productive colleagues. The Presbyterian
Church (U.S.A.) offers a competitive benefits package including Medical,
Dental, Pension Plan, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance
Program (EAP), Flexible Spending accounts, 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan,
Vacation Days, Sick Days, and Paid Holidays.
Presbyterian Church (USA) is committed to being not only an Equal Employment
Opportunity Employer as defined by the U.S. government, but with the inclusion
of gender identity and sexual orientation as well.
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