Middle East & South Asia Metadata Specialist

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

●     Two-year college degree plus three or more years of experience in an academic library, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

●     Proficiency in reading Arabic, Persian, Urdu & Pashto; ability to process materials in a wide variety of other South Asian and/or European languages and subjects preferred

●     Knowledge of, or ability to learn, romanization of Arabic script according to ALA/LC romanization rules

●     Ability to effectively search bibliographic utilities (e.g., OCLC) for Arabic script materials

●     Knowledge of, or ability to learn, catalog records and MARC21 formats, and to effectively search bibliographic utilities

●     Ability to follow and apply local & national guidelines for abbreviated and minimal level cataloging, including determining basic subject matter and inputting appropriate subject keywords and/or genre terms

●     Ability to learn the assignment of call numbers based on instructions in Classification Web, and shelflist against the local catalog

●     Demonstrated computer literacy using word processing, spreadsheets, email, and ability to learn to use internal communications applications (e.g., Slack)

●     Experience using one or more library automated systems; proficiency in FOLIO (Stanford’s ILS) preferred

●     Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills

●     Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing

●     Ability to work independently and as a team member

●     Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, production-oriented environment and the ability to adapt quickly and work under pressure to meet deadlines and production goals

●     Demonstrated ability to maintain consistent accuracy and attention to detail while maintaining a high level of productivity

●     Good keyboarding skills and physical tolerance for at least six hours of keying per day

●     Record of excellent attendance

Physical Requirements:

●     Ability to push a cart weighing up to 650 lbs. that requires an initial push force up to 70 lbs.

●     Ability to work in an environment that is dusty and or moldy

●     Ability to lift books that are up to 10 pounds

●     Ability to kneel and reach

●     Must be able to stand for many hours

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Working Conditions:

●       May work in confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold; work extended hours, evenings and weekends.

Work Standards:

●        Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

●        Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

●        Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu. 

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

The expected pay range for this position is $30.66 - $38.27 per hour. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.

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