Digital Media Metadata Analyst

Ball State University Libraries is searching for an energetic, detail-oriented person to join our committed and highly-engaged team of Metadata and Digital Initiatives staff, responsible for evaluating, describing, and codifying a variety of digital assets for inclusion in University Libraries Digital Media Repository, a full-text searchable database of over 260,000 digital assets in over 340 collections of primary source materials and learning objects. If you are excited by the possibilities of this important role, we invite you to consider joining us in our mission "to create transformative experiences for diverse communities of learners."

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define 'inclusiveness' as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

Evaluate, describe, and codify digital assets for inclusion in the University Libraries' online digital resource collections to facilitate user discovery of digital content that supports research, teaching, and learning; support an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative work environment and service culture to advance the strategic direction of the University Libraries.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Over one year of related experience.

Working knowledge of basic Microsoft Office applications.

Library cataloging or archival experience; experience with metadata, controlled vocabularies and/or object description; experience with repositories and/or content management systems; experience with digitization equipment, best practices, and processes.

None.

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (summer: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
Salary Grade 10

Analyze and describe digital artifacts (video, audio, still image, text or other type), including the creation of new standards-based metadata records and subject assignment based on controlled vocabularies.

Organize, evaluate, and codify digital materials, including the adaptation or normalization of existing descriptive data (e.g., scientific or archival databases) for new or existing collections.

Prepare and manage resources for on- or off-site digitization, collect descriptive data, and create/modify digital objects as needed.

Execute other aspects of digital project workflow (e.g., digitization, quality control, OCR processing, or transcription) as needed.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.