Cataloger

RAILS Libraries; Anderson (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Anderson Public Library in Anderson, IN is seeking a Cataloger to maintain an accurate library catalog across formats and support the ILS.

Responsibilities include original and copy cataloging, creating authority records, assisting with ILS operations, and collection maintenance such as weeding, shelf-reading, and mending. A Master’s in Library Science and LC3 or higher licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Information Science required.
• LC3 or higher licensure required.
• 3–5 years of cataloging experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform original and copy cataloging and create authority records.
• Support ILS operations and database maintenance, fix errors.
• Collaborate on collection services and maintenance, including weeding and shelf-reading.
• Ensure compliance with library policies and confidentiality.

Skills

Library science

Cataloging

MARC editing

Dewey Decimal System

LC headings

AACR2/RDA

OCLC

Attention to detail

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Library Information and Science

LC3 or higher licensure

3-5 years of relevant experience

Tools

Integrated Library System (ILS)

MARC format editing

Authority control databases

Job description

Job Summary:

The Cataloger is responsible for maintaining an accurate, consistent library catalog that enables customers and staff to find and access materials in all formats. Provides cataloging expertise and supports the integrity of the library’s integrated library system [ILS].

• Performs original and copy cataloging and creates and maintains authority records following established cataloging standards and local practices.
• Assists with integrated library system [ILS] operations and database maintenance by identifying and correcting errors and inconsistencies in bibliographic and item records to ensure catalog accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborates on Collection Services projects and assists with collection maintenance, including weeding, shifting, shelf-reading, and mending as needed.
• Assists in maintaining department equipment and supplies.
• Complies with Anderson Public Library’s policies, procedures, rules, guidelines, requirements, standards, principles, and practices applicable to the job, including [but not limited to] work scheduling and attendance, customer service, use of Library property and equipment, personal and professional conduct, and confidentiality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Education and Experience:

• Education: Master’s Degree in Library Information and Science is required.
• Certifications or licensure: LC3 or higher is required.
• Years of relevant experience: 3-5 years is required.
• Years of experience supervising: None.
• A valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and reliable personal transportation is required.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of library science.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of cataloging.
• Ability to learn and correctly apply library cataloging procedures and MARC format editing.
• Ability to interpret and apply Library of Congress subject headings, the Dewey Decimal System, the AACR2, RDA, and the Online Computer Library Center [OCLC] manuals in cataloging and classifying library materials.
• Skill in customer service.
• Skill in organizational and general clerical tasks.
• Ability to perform work requiring high attention to detail.

Requirements

Typically performs work sitting in an office that requires frequent walking, light lifting, carrying, bending, grasping, pushing, and other limited physical activities. Requires frequent sustained physical operation of computer, office, and printing equipment, with frequent in-person and phone contacts with customers and library staff.

Physical Demands:

Specific vision requirements necessary for this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Frequently [over 2/3 of work time] sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
• Frequently [1/3 to 2/3 of work time] reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally [less than 1/3 of work time], the employee must: stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently [1/3 to 2/3 of work time] exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift or move objects and must occasionally [less than 1/3 of work time] exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift or move objects.

Equipment Used:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Anderson Public Library
111 East 12th St
Anderson , IN 46016