Metadata Systems Librarian

Columbia University Libraries Information Technology (LIT) is seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Metadata Systems Librarian to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advancing our library's metadata discovery initiatives, with a strong emphasis on open-source systems and open data. This position will primarily support the implementation and utilization of FOLIO and other related library services.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Metadata Management:

  
  




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  Collaborate with Collection Acquisition & Metadata Services in the development and maintenance of metadata schemas, standards, and best practices for various collections and materials.

  
  
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  Collaborate with staff to understand their metadata needs and provide tailored solutions.

  
  




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  FOLIO System Implementation and Support:

  
  




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  Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of the FOLIO library services platform.

  
  
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  Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the FOLIO system in collaboration with LIT and other stakeholders.

  
  




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  Open Data and Web-scale Data Initiatives:

  
  




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  Advocate for and support open data practices within the library and the broader academic community.

  
  
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  Collaborate with researchers to ensure their data is appropriately described, stored, and made accessible at web scale.

  
  
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  Develop strategies to manage, share, and preserve metadata.

  
  
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  Participate in campus and national initiatives to promote open data and open scholarship.

  
  




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  Consortial Discovery and Fulfillment Services:

  
  




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  Help manage and support consortial discovery and fulfillment services such as ReCAP and BorrowDirect (ReShare).

  
  
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  Ensure seamless integration of these services with FOLIO, Blacklight and other library systems.

  
  
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  Collaborate with consortial partners to optimize the use and development of these services.

  
  




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  Blacklight CLIO Unified Discovery System:

  
  




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  Support and enhance the Blacklight CLIO Unified Discovery system to ensure optimal search and retrieval of library resources.

  
  
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  Work with IT and other library staff to integrate metadata and improve the user experience in the CLIO system.

  
  




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  Collaboration and Outreach:

  
  




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  Work closely with other librarians, archivists, and LIT staff to integrate metadata into library systems and enhance discoverability.

  
  
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  Participate in professional organizations and contribute to the development of metadata standards and practices.

  
  
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  Engage with the academic community to promote the use of metadata and open data in research and teaching.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

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  Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent education and experience.

  
  
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  Demonstrated experience with metadata creation and management, including familiarity with web-scale data practices and standards.

  
  
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  Knowledge of programming languages and tools relevant to metadata management (e.g., XML, XSLT, Python).

  
  
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  Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

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  Experience with or strong knowledge of the FOLIO library services platform.

  
  
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  Understanding of open data principles and practices.

  
  
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  Experience with consortial discovery and fulfillment services such as ReCAP and BorrowDirect.

  
  
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  Experience in an academic library setting.

  
  
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  Experience with linked data and semantic web technologies.

  
  

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.