Collections and Metadata Specialist

Job description

The Collections & Metadata Specialist is responsible for maintaining the physical and descriptive integrity of the library’s general collections to support teaching, learning, and research, in alignment with the university’s mission and strategic plan. This position ensures that the library’s general collections are properly arranged, stored, and preserved so they remain accessible to patrons. Tasks include processing new acquisitions, overseeing shelving, supervising staff, and maintaining accurate bibliographic records to enhance discoverability and support the library’s collections. Duties: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. - Facilitate collection maintenance tasks. Responsibilities include supporting deaccessioning and shifting projects, handling the processing of donations, completing book repair, maintaining stack signage, shelving order and cleaning, locating and requesting replacements for missing ma...