[DCRM-L] FW: Head of Cataloging and Metadata Creation, New-York Historical Society

[Deborah J. Leslie]

Posted by request--DJL 

 

HEAD OF CATALOGING AND METADATA CREATION

The New-York Historical Society

 

Organization

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.

 

Responsibilities

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.

 

Requirements

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.

 

Preferred

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.

 

Compensation

Salary in the $50,000s, commensurate with experience.

 

For consideration please send cover letter, resume, salary requirements,
and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to
hr1 at nyhistory.org. In the subject line please reference the job title.
The New-York Historical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 


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Henry F. Raine

Head of Library Technical Services

New-York Historical Society

170 Central Park West

New York, NY 10024

 

Voice: (212) 485-9257

henry.raine at nyhistory.org

 

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