Librarian, Catalog and Systems

POSITION SUMMARY:  

Provide cataloging for items in the Library collections; administer configuration of the Library’s integrated library software system.

RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Serve as cataloger for new materials, overseeing the work of other library and/or student staff in their cataloging of specific media. (Books, periodicals, e-books, A/V and other digital media)
• Provide original cataloging as needed
• Maintain all client-side configuration settings for the Library’s integrated library software (ILS) system
• Assist library staff with issues involving use of the ILS, including user accounts and troubleshooting
• Oversee the processing function for library materials

ANCILLARY DUTIES:

• Assist other members of the professional staff in their areas of responsibility
• Participate in relevant national and regional professional library associations

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Library of Congress (LC) classification and subject headings
• Knowledge of cataloging rules for descriptive cataloging (AACR2, RDA)
• Knowledge of MARC bibliographic formats
• Familiarity with current ILS platforms
• Working knowledge of any of the following languages will be beneficial: Spanish, German, Latin
• Ability to communicate and provide instruction to staff and student workers
• Ability to be accurate with complex information using established standards
• Experience with personal computers, office suite software, Internet, e-mail, technical library cataloging software (e.g., OCLC Connexion)

EDUCATION:

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program
• A second Master’s degree is preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Cataloging experience working with the Library of Congress Classification system
• Experience working with newer forms of media to include e-books, on-line journals, and other digital media.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED:

Student workers in processing