Special Collections Catalog And Metadata Librarian

2 months ago

Williamstown, Massachusetts, United States Williams College Full time


Special Collections Catalog And Metadata Librarian

JR

Williams College Main Campus

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The Special Collections Catalog and Metadata Librarian will champion an inclusive vision for bibliographic description of rare book and manuscript collections in support of the broad Liberal Arts curriculum of Williams College. The Librarian will be the principal cataloger for rare materials at Williams College, creating original bibliographic description for materials in all formats, including books, visual material, and single item manuscripts. Additionally, the incumbent will coordinate copy cataloging undertaken by students and support staff and work collaboratively with colleagues across the Libraries to ensure effective, efficient, and interoperable functionality of metadata in a variety of forms (for example digital collection metadata, archival description, and administrative records). This position will also grow to engage with an active instruction program and collaboration with the general operations of the Special collections department.

Responsibilities:
  • Creates original catalog records and other bibliographic descriptions for special collections materials in all subject areas and formats. Applies descriptive standards, structural standards, and controlled vocabularies.
  • Works closely with the Special Collections Acquisitions Coordinator to process acquisitions.
  • Keeps abreast of national and international developments in special collections librarianship; establishes a record of service to the Libraries, the College, and the profession. Prioritizes professional development and training related to diversity equity and inclusion.
  • Coordinates preservation treatment of special collections materials.
  • Trains student assistants; plans, directs, and supervises student assistants and, optionally, the Lowe Postbac Fellow.
  • Provides research support for Special Collections, both in person and remotely.
  • Collaborates in the operation of Special Collections functions including outreach through the website and social media, facilities and security maintenance.
  • Develops professionally in order to lead instruction sessions on research with special collections materials, independently and in collaboration with faculty.
Qualifications:
  • ALA-accredited MLIS degree, or equivalent advanced degree. We may consider candidates with extensive experience and a relevant degree in progress.
  • Expertise in national and international standards for cataloging, description, and preservation of rare books and manuscripts
  • Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications and analytical ability
  • Reading knowledge of one or more languages in addition to English
Application review will begin on August 19, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Pay range is from $59,000 to $68,000, commensurate with experience.

Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service.

Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at or email at

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