Metadata Assistant - Burnaby, Canada - Simon Fraser University

Simon Fraser University

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Burnaby, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Union/Affiliation:

C.U.P.E. Local 3338

Pay range:

$1,874.26 to $2,124.15 bi-weekly

SFU Department Descr:

Library Acquisitions Serials

Position Grade:

8
- # of openings:

1

Biweekly Hours:

Constructs or creates, edits and maintains bibliographic, item, authority and other records in the library catalogue and other databases to enable library users to access library materials and to contribute records to national and international bibliographic databases.

Constructs records for a variety of materials including sound recordings, multimedia and games. Performs cataloguing and related authority work for, and corrections to, the library catalogue database. Assists others in the division with queries regarding cataloguing procedure and policy. Assists with training new Metadata Assistants. Assists with technical tasks such as evaluating batches of machine-readable cataloguing (MARC) records. Works with spreadsheets and databases to analyse, revise and load data. Assigns metadata, helps organize database maintenance and completes various projects. Works under the direction of the other departmental personnel.

Qualifications:
High school graduation and two years of post-secondary education in Library Technician Program or formal certificate/diploma program equivalent. 3 years of experience. An equivalent combination of formal education, certificate/program of study and experience is acceptable.

Knowledge of tools, online services and simple computer scripting for manipulating MARC records. (e.g. Perl, MarcEdit, etc.).
Knowledge of various standards for encoding bibliographic data (e.g, MARC, Dublin Core, etc.).
Knowledge of library practices for managing electronic resources.
Good knowledge of library terminology, methods, and practices.
Good analytical reasoning and problemsolving skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Good interpersonal and oral communication skills.
Ability to learn new metadata standards, controlled vocabularies, and metadata creation tools as appropriate for each project.
Ability to use spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software at an advanced level (e.g., creating macros).
Ability to create and update records in a variety of databases with efficiency and a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to use databases and computerized library systems (e.g., Alma, OCLC Connexion, Islandora, and other local bibliographic and content management systems) with an advanced understanding of system capabilities.
Ability to provide training to new Metadata Assistants in all job functions.
Ability to exercise accuracy and exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to exercise mature judgment and initiative.
Ability to perform mathematical equations with a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to move loaded book trucks weighing > 25 lbs.
Ability to tolerate close proximity to / handling of dusty materials.
Ability to attend conferences and workshops related to new processes and technologies in library cataloguing procedures.

**Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.