Southern Arkansas University
Library Data Technician
Southern Arkansas University, Charleston, West Virginia, United States
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The department of Libraries at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Library Data Technician.
About the Opportunity Reporting to the Head of Metadata Services at the WVU Libraries, this position provides support for the analysis and visualization of library collections data, including creation of metadata for digital collections and traditional library materials. It is responsible for the execution, optimization, and documentation of scheduled reports as well as the entry of complex library metadata, and for contributions as assigned to the projects and goals of the Metadata Unit, KARM Department, and Libraries.
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
15 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave )
18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking formore retirement benefits information ? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
Wellness programs
What You'll Do Library Collection Analysis Support
At the direction of the Unit Head, optimize, schedule, execute, and visualize data analyses and reports on library collections data. Use database and spreadsheet applications, query or scripting languages, and data transformation tools such as MARCEdit and OpenRefine across multiple data sources and metadata schemas.
Extract and normalize data as necessary prior to analysis including machine readable cataloging (MARC) metadata from the cloud-based Library Management System, WorldShare Management Services (WMS), Dublin Core (DC) metadata from institutional repositories, encoded archival description (EAD) metadata, and vendor provided or open access metadata.
Prepare technical documentation, including interpretation of database, library or content management system structures and metadata schemas, to contextualize reports and analyses. Use flow charts, logic diagrams, and code as appropriate.
Metadata Creation for Digital Projects
In collaboration with the Unit Head and/or Institutional Repository Coordinator, create and/or transform metadata for digital projects for loading to the Research Repository (RR), Library Management System, or other Libraries platforms or for migration between platforms
Participate in project initiation and planning activities to understand project specifications, tasks, and milestones
Metadata Creation for the Library Catalog
Identify records for library use in the OCLC cooperative bibliographic database
Perform original and descriptive cataloging, subject analysis, and classification under the direction of the Head of Metadata or Metadata Librarian when records aren’t available in the OCLC cooperative bibliographic database
Update records in the OCLC cooperative bibliographic database as necessary to meet national cataloging standards
Derive serial records in the OCLC cooperative bibliographic database as necessary to correctly identify unique serial items
Create and set holdings as needed within library management system
Communicate with library stakeholders about the progress of projects and backlogs or local procedures and practices
Library Operations
Participate in departmental and library wide meetings and training sessions
Serve on appropriate interdepartmental committees as a KARM representative
Identify and participate in training opportunities specific to the position
Prepare technical documentation for use on the staff intranet or other shared documentation platform
Provide statistics for annual reporting
Assist student workers with metadata questions and projects as needed
Complete physical processing of library materials
Assist in Departmental projects as assigned
Analyze library, department, and unit needs and make recommendations to improve workflows and projects or enhance access to materials
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer or information science.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or other spreadsheet applications
Basic knowledge of relational database management systems
Ability to use videoconferencing and other teleconferencing technology
Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Google Charts)
Experience with mark-up, semi-structured, and structured data (HTML, XML, JSON)
Experience with scripting and querying languages (SQL, R, VBA, Python)
Familiarity with data transformation tools like OpenRefine or MARCEdit
Familiarity with metadata standards (Dublin Core, MARC, EAD, OAI-PMH, KBART)
Familiarity with identity management and authority control in databases
Familiarity with linked data mark-up and querying languages (RDF, RDFa, SPARQL) or willingness to learn
Strong organizational, problem solving, and time management skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and library users
Ability to manage multiple resource workflows at one time
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with the academic library environment
Experience with linked data and semantic web applications
Experience with digital or institutional repositories
Familiarity with content or library management systems
About WVU West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
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The department of Libraries at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Library Data Technician.
About the Opportunity Reporting to the Head of Metadata Services at the WVU Libraries, this position provides support for the analysis and visualization of library collections data, including creation of metadata for digital collections and traditional library materials. It is responsible for the execution, optimization, and documentation of scheduled reports as well as the entry of complex library metadata, and for contributions as assigned to the projects and goals of the Metadata Unit, KARM Department, and Libraries.
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
15 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave )
18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking formore retirement benefits information ? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
Wellness programs
What You'll Do Library Collection Analysis Support
At the direction of the Unit Head, optimize, schedule, execute, and visualize data analyses and reports on library collections data. Use database and spreadsheet applications, query or scripting languages, and data transformation tools such as MARCEdit and OpenRefine across multiple data sources and metadata schemas.
Extract and normalize data as necessary prior to analysis including machine readable cataloging (MARC) metadata from the cloud-based Library Management System, WorldShare Management Services (WMS), Dublin Core (DC) metadata from institutional repositories, encoded archival description (EAD) metadata, and vendor provided or open access metadata.
Prepare technical documentation, including interpretation of database, library or content management system structures and metadata schemas, to contextualize reports and analyses. Use flow charts, logic diagrams, and code as appropriate.
Metadata Creation for Digital Projects
In collaboration with the Unit Head and/or Institutional Repository Coordinator, create and/or transform metadata for digital projects for loading to the Research Repository (RR), Library Management System, or other Libraries platforms or for migration between platforms
Participate in project initiation and planning activities to understand project specifications, tasks, and milestones
Metadata Creation for the Library Catalog
Identify records for library use in the OCLC cooperative bibliographic database
Perform original and descriptive cataloging, subject analysis, and classification under the direction of the Head of Metadata or Metadata Librarian when records aren’t available in the OCLC cooperative bibliographic database
Update records in the OCLC cooperative bibliographic database as necessary to meet national cataloging standards
Derive serial records in the OCLC cooperative bibliographic database as necessary to correctly identify unique serial items
Create and set holdings as needed within library management system
Communicate with library stakeholders about the progress of projects and backlogs or local procedures and practices
Library Operations
Participate in departmental and library wide meetings and training sessions
Serve on appropriate interdepartmental committees as a KARM representative
Identify and participate in training opportunities specific to the position
Prepare technical documentation for use on the staff intranet or other shared documentation platform
Provide statistics for annual reporting
Assist student workers with metadata questions and projects as needed
Complete physical processing of library materials
Assist in Departmental projects as assigned
Analyze library, department, and unit needs and make recommendations to improve workflows and projects or enhance access to materials
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer or information science.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or other spreadsheet applications
Basic knowledge of relational database management systems
Ability to use videoconferencing and other teleconferencing technology
Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Google Charts)
Experience with mark-up, semi-structured, and structured data (HTML, XML, JSON)
Experience with scripting and querying languages (SQL, R, VBA, Python)
Familiarity with data transformation tools like OpenRefine or MARCEdit
Familiarity with metadata standards (Dublin Core, MARC, EAD, OAI-PMH, KBART)
Familiarity with identity management and authority control in databases
Familiarity with linked data mark-up and querying languages (RDF, RDFa, SPARQL) or willingness to learn
Strong organizational, problem solving, and time management skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and library users
Ability to manage multiple resource workflows at one time
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with the academic library environment
Experience with linked data and semantic web applications
Experience with digital or institutional repositories
Familiarity with content or library management systems
About WVU West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
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