Library Specialist

2 weeks ago

Baltimore, Maryland, United States Johns Hopkins University Full time
Job Summary

This position serves as a key member of the Technical Services department at Johns Hopkins University's Sheridan Libraries. The Library Specialist is responsible for the complex copy cataloging of special collection materials, both bought and donated. In addition, this role involves updating/maintaining the library's online catalog with holdings changes and assisting with acquisitions receiving and batch record loads.

Key Responsibilities
  • Searches and imports OCLC copy cataloging metadata of special collections materials bought by or donated to the Sheridan Libraries in a variety of formats and languages.
  • Performs complex editing of metadata for special collections using a variety of technologies, such as Alma jobs and sets.
  • Identifies and updates online bibliographic and holdings records to reflect either the withdrawal of print volumes from the library's collections or the transfer of materials from one shelving location to another.
  • Creates item records and barcode volumes for materials lacking item records in the online catalog.
  • Merges duplicate online catalog records incorporating appropriate data from bibliographic, holdings, and item records to be reflected on remaining record in the online catalog.
  • Resolves online record mismatches and holdings conflicts.
  • Periodically assists with acquisitions receiving of volumes for newly ordered titles.
  • Periodically assists in batch loading records into the online catalog.
  • Collaboratively maintains the integrity of library databases by merging and/or deleting old or duplicative metadata, and by participating in database maintenance projects.
  • Creates provisional records for titles lacking OCLC copy.
  • Collaborates on non-MARC metadata projects as needed by entering, editing, or formatting data according to instructions within spreadsheet applications like Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
  • Creates and remediates metadata for digital collections using controlled vocabularies and name authorities like VIAF, Faceted Application of Subject Terminology (FAST), and the Art & Architecture Thesaurus.
  • Contributes to team efforts in the area of identity management, disambiguation, and linked data.
  • Undertakes special projects as assigned.
Requirements
  • Ability to think logically, work accurately, and concentrate on detail.
  • Flexibility.
  • Good problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with at least one Western or non-Western European language.
  • Knowledge of cataloging and metadata standards, such as MARC and Dublin Core.
  • Exposure to automated library systems, such as Alma, preferred.
  • Ability to use macros or other automation tools.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Education and Experience
  • High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.
  • Three years related experience.
  • Additional education may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Special collections cataloging experience.

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