Metadata and Discovery Librarian

METADATA & DISCOVERY LIBRARIAN

Institution: Cleveland State Community College
Department: Library
Reports to: Director of Library Services
Campus

Location:

Cleveland, Tennessee
Salary Range: $44,155-$55,194
Position Status: Exempt / Full-Time

The Metadata & Discovery Librarian supports student success and lifelong learning by ensuring library resources are accurately described, easily discoverable, and consistently accessible. This position creates and enhances metadata, manages discovery services, and maintains library systems that enable seamless access to both physical and digital collections.

• METADATA CREATION & CATALOGING (35%) – Improve existing records, maintain accurate metadata, perform original and copy cataloging, ensure compliance with national standards.
• LIBRARY SYSTEMS AND DISCOVERY SERVICES (25%) – Administer Alma and Primo, optimize discovery layer, maintain library software, troubleshoot issues, collaborate with IT.
• ACCESS SERVICES (20%) – Deliver circulation support, provide research assistance, develop online learning objects.
• COLLECTION MANAGEMENT (15%) – Manage print collection, support evaluation, train staff.
• NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (5%) – Serve on committees, participate in professional development, promote library resources, assist with reporting.

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program.
• Minimum one year of experience in cataloging, metadata, library systems, or related technical services work.
• Additional two years of experience in cataloging, metadata, library systems, technical support, administration, access services, information literacy instruction, or research assistance.
• Knowledge of national cataloging and metadata standards.
• Knowledge of a cloud-based library services platform.
• Knowledge of HTML and CSS is valued.
• Knowledge of web accessibility and ADA compliance standards is valued.

• Strong analytical skills and experience with spreadsheets and data analysis.
• Effective organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to build strong working relationships.
• Effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to support a collaborative, high‑performance work environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards.
• Strong problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA/HAS
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Educational Assistance:
  Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity Pay
• Retirement Options:
  Tennessee Pension, 401a, 401k, 403b, 457
• Fourteen Paid Holidays/Year
• Sick and Annual Leave
• State Employee Discount Program

To apply , submit an online application by February 5 2026
. Applications can be assured full consideration if submitted by the deadline.