Metadata Assistant IV - Los Angeles, United States - J. Paul Getty Trust, The

J. Paul Getty Trust, The Los Angeles, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion at Getty:
Getty believes diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion are essential to our excellence and to the execution of our mission. The Getty community values differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. We are committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve and includes individuals who bring a diversity of values and experiences. Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary:

The Getty Research Institute seeks a Library Assistant/Metadata Assistant IV to work with the Research Services team at the Getty Library to fulfill Reproductions and Permissions requests submitted in the Special Collections Reading Room, mostly from Getty staff and onsite requestors. Reporting to the Metadata Specialist I, the Metadata Assistant IVs primary duties are to assist in the processing of daily requests for image orders, reviewing rights information and entering metadata into the OpenText Media Management System (OTMM) the Gettys Digital Asset Management System (DAM), thereby facilitating delivery, use, and re-use of each image requested for reproduction. Other duties may include, paging, shelving, and circulating Special Collections items using the Gettys integrated library system, Ex Libris Alma and Primo, to manage library materials and patron requests, and working with colleagues to maintain storage vaults.

The Metadata Assistant IV provides services to a wide variety of staff and researchers, replies to routine queries, and refers more complex queries to the Metadata Specialist, reference librarians, or curators as appropriate. Participates in additional projects as assigned.

The Getty Research Institute is dedicated to furthering knowledge and advancing awareness of the visual arts and their various histories through its expertise, ongoing collecting program, public programs, institutional partnerships, exhibitions, publications, digital services, and residential scholars programs. Among the worlds premier art libraries, the Getty Library and its Special Collections include over 1.5 million volumes, rare materials, and digital resources, which serve a vast international community of scholars and the interested public. The Institute's activities and scholarly resources guide and sustain each other and collectively provide a unique environment for research, critical inquiry, and scholarly exchange.

Major Job Responsibilities:

Search, identify, verify, evaluate, create, and edit metadata based on established procedures, standards, and best practices.
May interact with external researchers, and colleagues
May prepare materials for digitization
Applies comprehensive knowledge of technical standards, guidelines, theories and/or concepts
Work is guided by supervisor yet, may act under little to no supervision to define methods and procedures based upon expertise
Applies job skills and departmental policies and procedures to complete a wide range of complex tasks in creative and effective ways
May serve as a resource to others to resolve complex problems and issues
May contribute to the development of new concepts and techniques

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in art history or a related discipline preferred
Graduate course work in library & information science, art history or a related discipline preferred
Minimum 4 years related experience, preferably in an academic, arts, or cultural institution
Supervisory and training experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Excellent communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Familiarity with one foreign language preferred
Ability to work in partnership to solve problems
Asks questions and offers input for positive results
Adapts behavior and work methods, as needed based on new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles
Some familiarity with standards and best practices for cataloging and/or archival processing preferred
Ability to handle rare and unique materials with care
Ability to learn new technologies and software applications
Experience with database or content management systems preferred
Moderate knowledge of bibliographic metadata structure and guidelines
Some familiarity with and knowledge of intellectual property and copyright issues
Ability to lift at least 40 pounds

Benefits and Perks:

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan with up to 5% Getty Match
Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
Educational Assistance and professional development
Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
12 Paid Holidays
Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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Metadata Assistant IV - Los Angeles, United States - J. Paul Getty Trust, The

Description

Metadata Assistant III

Metadata Assistant III