Old Dominion University is hiring an Electronic Resources Metadata Librarian. The Electronic Resources Metadata Librarian oversees and performs cataloging and electronic resources management activities to ensure that all of the Libraries’ electronic resources are fully integrated into our inventory and easily findable and accessible to all users. Position will be responsible for activating and managing new and existing e-resources, managing regular workflows and quality control for e-resources, identifying and leading projects for e-resources cataloging and record cleanup, serving as a resource for staff for difficult e-resource questions, working with the Resource Discovery Librarian on user access issues, and working with Resource Fulfillment/Acquisitions on new and cancelled subscriptions for e-resources.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master of Library Science from an American Library Association-accredited institution or international equivalent
- Demonstrated basic knowledge of current trends and issues in cataloging and metadata creation
- Demonstrated basic knowledge of electronic resources management practices and strategies
- Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a demanding and rapidly changing, service-oriented environment
- Basic knowledge of electronic resources cataloging, authority control, and database maintenance practices
- Basic knowledge of RDA, LC Classification, LCSH, and MARC 21 formats
- Successful experience working in a team environment with both professional and support staff
- Demonstrated basic experience working with OCLC and with cataloging and electronic resources management modules of an integrated library system
- Demonstrated awareness of national trends and developments in cataloging and metadata, as well as general trends in electronic resources, discovery, and user behavior
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical, organizational, communication, and project management skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of at least one foreign language
- Demonstrated record of professional development, service, and scholarly activity
- Two or more years of relevant library technical services experience
- Experience with original cataloging
- Experience with batch editing and loading MARC records
- Experience with Ex Libris integrated library system (Alma preferred)
- Experience with Discovery tools (Primo preferred)
- Project management experience
How to Apply: Interested candidates must apply at https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/22433and attach the following with their online application:
- A cover letter.
- A curriculum vitae.
- Unofficial graduate transcripts.
- Contact information for 3 professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors.
Applications should be submitted by March 17, 2025, for full consideration.
About ODU: Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
