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Reporting to the Unit Lead for Digital & Distinctive Collections Cataloging, the Library Cataloger will be responsible for providing original and complex copy cataloging, retrospective conversion, and authority work for materials in the Libraries' Special Collections Department and University Archives. This position will plan and manage cataloging projects and coordinate all Special Collections and University Archives cataloging activities following prescribed national and local standards, and in accordance with the Library's priorities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Cataloging and Processing of Materials (100%) :
Actively participates in the development, evaluation, and implementation of cataloging and metadata policies, standards, goals, procedures, and workflows in the Libraries
Creates local cataloging and physical processing documentation for student and staff use.
Corrects and/or updates bibliographic, holdings, and item records identified through system-generated reports, monitoring programs, library staff and user requests, and other quality control mechanisms
Identifies and resolves authority control issues in the online catalog and other discovery tools
Assists in training student workers or fellow staff catalogers in local cataloging practice.
Must be able to work with materials which may produce a moderate dust environment and be able to lift 30 pounds, push 50+ pounds, and reach while on a stool or ladder
Communications, Relationships, and Service (ongoing)
Maintain helpful and supportive customer service behavior with all library customers internal and external.
Establish effective and supportive interdepartmental relationships and participate in cross training opportunities to increase library and unit effectiveness and to effectively disseminate information.
Communicate frequently and effectively with all University staff, faculty, and administrators in a timely manner regarding procedures, policies, and other necessary information.
When possible, participate in committees and teams within and outside the Libraries to provide services to the Libraries, University, and the Community.
In pursuit of the Libraries' and University's strategic objectives, model the University's "DIRECCT" values (diversity, integrity, responsibility, excellence, compassion, creativity, and teamwork) and actively works to promote them.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Supervisor is the Unit Lead for Digital & Distinctive Collections Cataloging.
SUPERVISION GIVEN
This individual may supervise student workers in the absence of another supervisor.
LEVEL OF CONTACTS
The individual works with all levels of library faculty and staff, student employees and library patrons. In all contacts, the incumbent is expected to be professional and courteous.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree
Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience. Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
Experience and knowledge of library and archival vocabularies, standards, and schemas such as AACR2, RDA, DACS, DCRM(B), AAT, RBMS vocabularies, LCSH, EAD, MARC
Knowledge of authority control practices
Experience working with integrated library systems and bibliographic utilities
Analytic and critical thinking skills
Aptitude for accuracy and detail
Ability to work cooperatively and productively with others
Ability to work independently in a team environment
Good oral and written English language communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Prior experience in copy cataloging preferred
Awareness of and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse population of students, staff, faculty, and community members.
Ability to learn new technologies and incorporate them into existing operations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Familiarity with the Alma library services platform.
Working knowledge of one (1) foreign language
Understanding of academic library standards, policies, and procedures.
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Job Status:Full time
Employee Type:Staff
Pay Grade:A6
