Top 5 Metadata librarian Jobs in Boston Ma

Librarian II - Collection Services
Town of Brookline —Brookline, MA
- $34.19 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Communication skills
Resource Management Librarian
Boston College —Chestnut Hill, MA
- $78,100 - $97,650 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- University
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Collections Librarian
Harvard University —Cambridge, MA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Oracle
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Collections Librarian
Harvard Graduate School of Education —Cambridge, MA
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Oracle
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Director of Information & Technical Services
Harvard University —Cambridge, MA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Office
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance

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Librarian II - Collection Services

Town of Brookline -
Brookline, MA

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Job Details

Full-time
$34.19 an hour

Qualifications

Mid-level
3 years
Resource Description & Access
Communication skills

Full Job Description

The Public Library of Brookline is seeking a highly skilled, motivated and patron-focused Librarian to join our team in the Collection Services department at the Public Library of Brookline. This position involves performing administrative, direct service, and professional work in classifying, cataloging, and processing print and non-print materials for the library. The Librarian II – Collection Services will be responsible for processing and maintaining the Library’s “Library of Things” collection.

The Librarian II - Collection Services performs a wide variety of tasks which may include but not be limited to:

Processes and catalogs library materials. Verifies cataloging and classifies all types of library materials for the general collection, including world languages and library of things. Attaches barcodes and branch designations to library materials. Develops one or more collections; evaluates patron recommendations, selects new materials and shares this information electronically with other staff; replaces older or damaged materials; determines which materials are no longer needed based on professional criteria. Maintains budget for collection. Reads professional reviews from various sources.
Verifies that item records will be attached to the correct bibliographic records.
Exchanges materials and information with the Minuteman Library Network (MLN) centralized cataloging department.
Works with MLN to ensure the library complies with network lending agreements and metadata standards.
Prepares continuations, adding, withdrawing, and transferring items which are standing orders and come annually or more frequently.
Searches OCLC to find a matching record for specialized collections and then creates brief records in database and classifies. Checks in and distributes items from processing. Assigns and reviews work of Library Assistants and volunteers. Exchanges materials and information with the MLN centralized cataloging department. Reclassifies specific areas of collections to bring in line with Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal System. Does original cataloging of Brookline Room materials, and creates brief records in MLN database, when needed.
Handles serials record maintenance and cataloging for Reference Department staff and library branches.
Train and provide limited supervision to employees and/or volunteers in various tasks. Provides information and assistance to library patrons as necessary. May be assigned to reference or other public service desk as needed. Changes or delete records in foreign language databases as needed. Performs similar or related work as required.
Serves as Person in Charge as assigned. Has sole charge of the building and all staff working at that particular time/day.

Qualifications:

Master's of Library and Information Science degree, supplemented by additional training in library technology, and two -three years of experience in library operations is required. Familiarity with Dewey classification, AACR, Resource Description and Access (RDA), descriptive cataloging practices, authority control, and serial control. Knowledge of foreign languages in Spanish, Chinese, or Russian is highly desired. Familiarity with Dewey classification, OCLC MARC records. Must have excellent communication skills.

At the Public Library of Brookline, we offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. We value diversity and inclusion, and we encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Starting Salary: $34.19 hourly (37 hours weekly) with great benefits. Please apply with resume and cover letter by July 24, 2026

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