Serials/Government Documents Cataloging Librarian
University of Maryland College Park Employment Site
On-site
Maryland, United States
Physical Demands
Extended periods at a computer screen using a graphical user interface, in a multiple window environment with a variety of font sizes. Maintain sustained concentration with detailed work. Occasionally moves print materials up to 30 pounds, transports book trucks containing up to 120 pounds, and packs/disposes of materials. Work with dusty materials and carefully handle materials in poor condition. Requires traveling to other buildings on campus and working in a variety of situations.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from an ALA -accredited institution or a non- USA equivalent; or a graduate degree relevant to the position’s duties. Experience: Minimum of three years of relevant, progressively responsible, cataloging experience in an academic, special or research library in one or more of the following areas: continuing resources cataloging, monograph cataloging, or government documents processing. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of and proficiency with automated library systems, RDA and related policy statements, LC classification, LCSH and related thesauri, MARC 21 formats, and OCLC Connexion. Understanding of technical services operations, Library of Congress cataloging practices and procedures, emerging cataloging issues and trends. Ability to catalog European language materials. Ability to manage a broad variety of tasks in response to varying time pressures with shifting priorities and changing constraints. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a congenial team environment and to interact effectively with a broad variety of personnel within and outside of Collection Strategies and Services. Ability to communicate clearly, knowledgably, and personably, both orally and in writing, with all persons potentially affected by the scope of the work. Evidence of strong customer service orientation. Ability to meet standards for achieving permanent status.
Extended periods at a computer screen using a graphical user interface, in a multiple window environment with a variety of font sizes. Maintain sustained concentration with detailed work. Occasionally moves print materials up to 30 pounds, transports book trucks containing up to 120 pounds, and packs/disposes of materials. Work with dusty materials and carefully handle materials in poor condition. Requires traveling to other buildings on campus and working in a variety of situations.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from an ALA -accredited institution or a non- USA equivalent; or a graduate degree relevant to the position’s duties. Experience: Minimum of three years of relevant, progressively responsible, cataloging experience in an academic, special or research library in one or more of the following areas: continuing resources cataloging, monograph cataloging, or government documents processing. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of and proficiency with automated library systems, RDA and related policy statements, LC classification, LCSH and related thesauri, MARC 21 formats, and OCLC Connexion. Understanding of technical services operations, Library of Congress cataloging practices and procedures, emerging cataloging issues and trends. Ability to catalog European language materials. Ability to manage a broad variety of tasks in response to varying time pressures with shifting priorities and changing constraints. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a congenial team environment and to interact effectively with a broad variety of personnel within and outside of Collection Strategies and Services. Ability to communicate clearly, knowledgably, and personably, both orally and in writing, with all persons potentially affected by the scope of the work. Evidence of strong customer service orientation. Ability to meet standards for achieving permanent status.