Job Description

LIBRARIAN (METADATA SERVICES)

[What the role is:]

You will be part of the team to organise and manage NLB libraries\xe2\x80\x99 knowledge resources by applying the processes of bibliographic/metadata resource descriptions (physical and digital) and subject assignment to enable efficient and effective browsing, searching and retrieval of the myriad range of NLB resources in support of the varied learning and information needs for a wide spectrum of library patrons.

[What you will be working on:]

• Create descriptive cataloguing of English and Chinese language materials in all formats (physical and digital) using international cataloguing and encoding standards. Duties include re-classification of English/Chinese language materials, quality checks on vendors\' cataloguing records of English/Chinese language materials.
• Review bibliographic/metadata records for NLB resources, including digitised and electronic resources (digital and online) as well as donor collections.
• Maintain and implement metadata creation policies, processes and guidelines, as well as application profiles and description sets.
• Extract and analyse data on cataloguing output and records for reporting, and process improvement and data clean-up.
• Supervise bibliographic/metadata work of staff and service partners.
• Develop in-depth knowledge and keep abreast of cataloguing rules and new developments.
• Maintain and implement NLB Cataloguing Standard Practice and Cataloguing Guidelines, new encoding standards (e.g. RDA) and User Guide.
• Identify and index journal articles and book chapters about Singapore; create abstracts and provide the appropriate name and subject headings.
• Work closely with vendors and other divisions and provide administrative, finance, HR and logistics support.
• Attend relevant courses, training and conferences in cataloguing (physical and digital) and content management activities.

[What we are looking for:]

• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in library work with knowledge on cataloguing tools and resources
• Able to read and write in Chinese language
• Meticulous and analytical
• Strong team player with good networking skills
• Motivated individual with drive
• Preferably with experience in the use of Excel for data analysis (Pivot tables, PowerQuery) and basic programming. Familiarity with tools such as OpenRefine and MARCEdit would be advantageous.

Location: Library Supply Centre, 3 Changi South Street 2 S486548

Division: Resource Discovery and Management Division / Resource Management

The successful applicant will first be appointed on a 2-year contract.

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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