Metadata Librarian (Multiple Positions), UMass Amherst, (Amhert, MA)

Posted November 4, 2025

Description

The Metadata Librarian will actively catalog materials in a variety of formats using rules and national standards and best practices. They will participate in discussions relating to discovery, access, retrieval, and management of objects in the Library Services Platform and discovery. Advice on the application of appropriate current and emerging cataloging/metadata schema to facilitate access to digital resources and physical collections. Train others on cataloging/metadata creation and management and work closely with staff throughout the Libraries to provide access to the Libraries’ collections.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain metadata for description, discovery, access, administration, and preservation in line with national standards and best practices.
Assist with metadata quality and authority control, cleanup, editing, enhancement, migration, mapping and transformations.
Collaborate with other library staff in developing strategies for providing discovery and access to the full range of scholarly materials for which the Libraries are responsible.
Train others on metadata creation and management and work closely with staff throughout the Libraries to provide access to the Libraries’ collections.
Contribute to the development, documentation and communication of departmental and Five College metadata workflows, policies, guidelines and procedures.
Engage in outreach with local, regional, national, and international communities, as representatives of the university and the Libraries.
Stay up-to-date with cataloging best practices and procedures, adhering to appropriate standards and guidelines.
Participate in library service and professional development activities as assigned or required to meet departmental goals and objectives.
Demonstrate, foster, and cultivate a positive, proactive internal and external customer service culture amongst staff and student staff.
Perform other related duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the department, the Libraries, and the university.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in library science or equivalent degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or its equivalent in librarianship from another country, or appropriate equivalent experience by date of hire.
Knowledge of metadata standards, authorities, and best practices.
Familiarity with integrated library systems or library services platforms, discovery systems, digital repositories, or OCLC cataloging tools.
Ability to work cooperatively within teams and maintain positive and constructive working relationships.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
A demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion.

Hours and Compensation

Schedule: Full Time

Salary: Librarian I or II. Salary commensurate with experience.

Librarian II salary floor: $70,725

Librarian I salary floor: $63,250

How to Apply

Please visit https://careers.umass.edu/amherst/en-us/job/528743/metadata-librarian-multiple-positions to see full listing and to apply. Along with the application, please submit a resume, cover letter and contact information for three (3) professional references. The search will remain open until filled.

The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.