Head for Cataloging, Metadata and Archive Services
Montclair State University
Job posted to this site on May 31st at 11:50am
Application Deadline: July 1st 2023
Full Time
Job Description
Come join us at Montclair State University, where we have a diverse and welcoming campus community. A 35-hour work week helps with maintaining work-life balance, and the library is committed to the professional development of all its employees. Our lovely campus is located 12 miles west of NYC, with an NJ Transit train station right on campus.
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Collections & Discovery, the Head for Cataloging, Metadata and Archive Services provides leadership and strategic direction and oversees the operations of the Cataloging, Metadata & Archive Services Department (CMAS), which is responsible for the creation and management of the Library’s bibliographic and item databases, maintaining the physical condition of the Library’s print and media collections, and the Archive Services function. This is a tenure track position.
SELECTED PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Directs librarians, classified staff, and student assistants in the performance of the duties relating to the cataloging and physical processing of library and archival materials. Supervises and trains cataloging staff in effective cataloging procedures and policies. Manages departmental personnel matters including the performance evaluation process.
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Plans, coordinates and directs the bibliographic organization of library materials, e.g., books, serials, audio-visual materials, etc.. Evaluates and adapts new procedures. Establishes local cataloging and classification policies. Relates the organization of this material to the curriculum of the University.
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Assists in the development of performance standards, library policies, goals, and objectives, and the formulation and implementation of procedures; analyzes workflow, sets priorities, and organizes procedures according to sound administrative principles. Keeps informed of professional trends and practices and University and Library policies and procedures.
EEO/AA Statement
Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.
Additional information can be found on the website at
www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/
Compensation
$85,000 - $131,000 yearly
Application URL or Email
Submit specified application materials to talent@montclair.edu.