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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Palatino Linotype","serif";
color:#1F497D'>Posted by request--DJL <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b>HEAD
OF CATALOGING AND METADATA CREATION</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b>The
New-York Historical Society</b><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b>Organization</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>The
Library at the New-York Historical Society is one of the oldest independent
research libraries in the United States. Collection strengths include
local history of New York City and State; colonial history; the Revolutionary
War; American military and naval history; religion and religious movements,
18th and 19th century; the Anglo-American slave trade and conditions of slavery
in the United States; the Civil War; American biography and genealogy; American
art and art patronage; the development of American architecture from the late
18th century to the present; and 19th and 20th century portraiture and
documentary photographs of New York City. The collections include 2
million manuscripts, 500,000 photographs, 400,000 prints, 350,000 books and
pamphlets, 150,000 architectural drawings, 20,000 broadsides, 15,000 printed
maps, 10,000 newspapers, 10,000 dining menus, and vast collections of other
ephemera.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b>Responsibilities</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>The
Library of the New-York Historical Society is seeking an experienced,
enthusiastic, and forward-thinking librarian to join its management team as
Head of Cataloging and Metadata Creation. Reporting to the Director of
Library Technical Services and Digital Initiatives, the position is responsible
for: supervising, training, and evaluating staff in cataloging and metadata
creation; performing original cataloging of books, pamphlets, serials, archival
collections, and other formats; supporting the Library’s digital program
through the creation of metadata for digital collections; performing quality
control and catalog maintenance, as needed; developing and maintaining
cataloging policies and metadata standards; creating and updating written documentation
for the department; gathering statistics and drafting reports on cataloging
projects; developing creative solutions to address cataloging backlogs;
assisting in developing and drafting grant applications for new projects;
keeping up to date with new trends, issues and standards in library cataloging
and metadata; and working closely and collaboratively with other Library
departments.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b>Requirements</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>MLS
from an ALA-accredited library school; at least three years’ professional
experience cataloging and creating metadata in a research or academic library
setting; experience supervising professional and paraprofessional cataloging
staff, volunteers, and interns; knowledge of USMARC 21 formats, AACR2, LCSH, LC
Classification, DACS, and rules for descriptive cataloging of rare materials;
experience with cataloging monographs, serials, and archival materials;
experience with non-MARC metadata schema; demonstrated leadership ability; good
attention to detail; excellent oral and written communication skills; flexibility,
and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b>Preferred</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Significant
experience working with rare books and special collections materials; knowledge
of American history; familiarity with emerging standards and technologies relating
to cataloging and metadata; experience with the Ex Libris Aleph cataloging
system; experience with the CONTENTdm digital assets management system; strong
record of participation in professional organizations relevant to the position.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b>Compensation</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>Salary
in the $50,000s, commensurate with experience.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'> <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'>For
consideration please send cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and names,
addresses, and phone numbers of three references to <a
href="mailto:hr1@nyhistory.org" target="_blank">hr1@nyhistory.org</a>. <b>In
the subject line please reference the job title</b>. The New-York
Historical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#000099'>Henry
F. Raine</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#000099'>Head
of Library Technical Services</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#000099'>New-York
Historical Society</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#000099'>170
Central Park West</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#000099'>New
York, NY 10024</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#000099'>Voice:
(212) 485-9257</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#000099'><a
href="mailto:henry.raine@nyhistory.org" target="_blank">henry.raine@nyhistory.org</a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
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