Metadata Project Assistant

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Metadata Project Assistant Posting Number 24TM0498 Department RUL Schol Comm/Coll Dev Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds 64 of 500 employers and is the 1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Metadata Project Assistant for the RUL Schol Comm/Coll Dev. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Assists with providing non-MARC metadata for the RUcore, the Rutgers institutional repository, including electronic theses and dissertations (ETDs). Assists with providing MARC metadata for monographs. Assists with scholarly deposits into the Scholarly Open Access Repository (SOAR) as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Position Status Hours Per Week 19 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Position Salary $31.84 per hour Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Two (2) years of relevant experience in an administrative function. Certifications/Licenses Preferred Qualifications Master's of Library Sciences with experience in metadata. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of MARC format and resource description conventions. Familiarity with commonly used resource description tools, including OCLC Connexion, a major integrated library system (Ex Libris' Alma preferred), Library of Congress Classification and Subject Headings. Extreme attention to detail. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Open Date 12/13/2024 Posting Close Date 01/13/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus City Piscataway State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. 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For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (). Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience? Yes No Do you have at least two (2) years of relevant experience in an administrative function? Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of Professional References (contact Info) Optional Documents